Surah az-Zukhruf (Ornaments) 43 : 31

Explanatory Note

The Qur'an describes their confused values and standards as they objected to the choice of Muhammad (peace be upon him) as the one to bring them light and the message of the truth: "They also say: Why was not this Qur'an revealed to some great man of the two cities?" (Verse 31) The two cities they referred to were Makkah and Ta'if. The Prophet belonged to the most distinguished family in the clan of Hashim of the Quraysh tribe, which were the elite among Arabs. He was also known to be a man of high principles and fine manners, even before he was chosen as God's messenger. However, he was not a tribal chief, while his environment placed much store on such considerations. Hence their objection: "Why was not this Qur'an revealed to some great man of the two cities?" (Verse 31)

God certainly knows best whom to entrust with His message. He chose the man whom He knew to be best suited to the task. Limitless is God in His glory! He chose a man whose paramount qualities were his morality and dedication, both of which are part of the nature and essence of the Islamic message. For the delivery of His message, He chose neither a tribal chief nor a man of wealth or social influence. This because He did not wish any earthly value to cast a shadow over the message bestowed from on high. It should neither be adorned with an earthly jewel nor be influenced by any alien effect. Thus, no one would embrace it to achieve ambition, and no one would seek it for unfair gain.