The Quran commands us to honor and glorify Muhammad just as we do Allah.

The verses in question (Surah 48:8-9) appear to command Muslims to both honor and glorify Muhammad alongside Allah. However, a closer examination reveals that the grammatical structure implies that the pronouns refer primarily to Muhammad. This leads to a significant theological dilemma: if Allah requires help or honor from His creation, it contradicts the notion of His omnipotence. Conversely, if the verses are interpreted as elevating Muhammad to a status of reverence akin to Allah, it borders on idolatry, which is strictly prohibited in Islam. Furthermore, respected scholars have noted the chaotic nature of the text, suggesting that it cannot be understood without recognizing the implications of attributing divine honor to a human prophet. Thus, the interpretation that all pronouns refer to Muhammad raises serious concerns about the Islamic understanding of monotheism and the uniqueness of Allah.