The Qur’an mentions Ahmad explicitly in Surah As-Saff (61:6): “And [mention] when Jesus, the son of Mary, said, ‘O Children of Israel, indeed I am the Messenger of Allah to you, confirming what came before me of the Torah and bringing good tidings of a Messenger to come after me, whose name is Ahmad.’” This prophecy highlights the continuity and culmination of divine messages through Ahmad (s). In Shia thought, this signifies a promise of guidance and the ultimate completion of the prophetic mission.
3. The Prophetic Legacy
Ahmad (s) is revered not only as the final prophet but also as a transformative figure, bringing forth a comprehensive system of beliefs and ethical standards. Shia teachings emphasize the concept of imamate, positing that leadership after the prophet should be through divinely appointed successors. The acknowledgment of Ahmad (s) as the last prophet underscores the significance of his teachings and the need for a guiding authority in the absence of the prophet himself.
