Page 35 - The Prophet Moses (pbuh)

Harun Yahya (Adnan Oktar)

THE PROPHET MOSES (PBUH)
REQUESTS THE PROPHET AARON

(PBUH) AS A COMPANION

he Prophet Moses' (pbuh) answers to the revelations from
Allah are replete with numerous examples of his sincerity.
T The Prophet Moses (pbuh) told Allah frankly that he was
hesitant and asked for His guidance. For instance, he expressed his concern
that he might be killed by an Egyptian seeking vengeance, for having killed
another Egyptian. He also stated that he was concerned of his inability to
express himself fluently, fearing not being able to address Pharaoh proper-
ly. That is why he asked for the Prophet Aaron (pbuh), his brother, who
was better at speaking, to accompany him. The related verses read:
He said, "My Lord, I killed one of them and I am afraid they will kill
me; and my brother Aaron is more eloquent than me so send him
with me to support me and back me up. I am afraid they will call me
a liar." (Surat al-Qasas: 33-34)
"My brother Aaron. Strengthen my back by him and let him share
in my task, so that we can glorify You much and remember You
much."(Surah Ta-Ha: 30-34)
Therefore, we should understand that the other wisdom why the
Prophet Moses (pbuh) asked for the Prophet Aaron (pbuh) as companion
was to help him better remember Allah. He thought the company of anoth-
er person would make him glorify Him more. Indeed, the company of oth-
er believers and their mutual spiritual encouragement are essential in ward-
ing off heedlessness, for which reason, in many verses of the Qur'an, Allah
admonishes the believers to remain together. This is another lesson believ-

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