written by: Sohail Bawa, Khatam-e-Nabuwwat Academy London
Date: April 28, 2026

An irrational question is often posed by the followers of Mirza Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani:
“If Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is the most superior, why is he buried beneath the earth, while Prophet Isa (peace be upon him) was raised alive to the heavens?”
At first glance, this may appear thought-provoking—but in reality, it is built on a deeply flawed assumption.

Divine vs. Man-Made Criteria

The core error lies in defining superiority among prophets based on man-made standard —whether someone is in the sky or in the earth. This is not a divine criterion; it is a man-made standard.

Allah grants each prophet distinct miracles according to the needs of their time and people. These differences do not establish superiority rankings based on human logic. Assigning ranks among prophets is not our privilege—it is the supreme authority of Allah; He elevates whom He wills.

If This Logic Is Applied Consistently…

If one insists on using such superficial criteria, then they must also answer these questions:

Prophet Isa (peace be upon him) was born without a father by the command of Allah, while Prophet Muhammad ﷺ had a father. Who is superior by that logic?

Prophet Nooh (peace be upon him) lived for 950 years. According to Mirza Qadiani, Prophet Isa (peace be upon him) lived 125 years, while Prophet Muhammad ﷺ passed at 63. Does lifespan determine superiority?

The heavens are the abode of angels, while most prophets are buried in the earth. Are angels then superior to prophets?

Followers of Mirza Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani walk on the earth, while he himself is buried beneath it. Who is superior then?

Birds fly in the sky while qadiani followers walk on earth. Is a crow sitting on a wire superior to them?

Pearls lie deep beneath the sea, while foam floats on the surface. Is sea foam more valuable than the pearl?

The Conclusion

These examples expose the flaw: physical position, lifespan, or unusual circumstances cannot define rank of a prophet.

Each prophet holds a unique status, granted by Allah alone. However, the belief of the entire Ummah is clear and unwavering:

The most superior of all prophets is Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

This is not based on where he rests, but on what Allah has declared, and the status He has granted him above all creation.