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Did the Prophet (PBUH) seek forgiveness for others in the Quran?
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In certain verses of [[Surah An-Nur]], [[Allah]] commands the [[Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)]] to seek forgiveness on behalf of others. In other verses, he is instructed to pray for the [[forgiveness]] of believing men and women, including those who have committed sins. However, the Quran also explains that the Prophet's (PBUH) request for forgiveness will not benefit [[hypocrites]] unless they repent, in which case, if the Prophet (PBUH) prays for them, Allah will grant them forgiveness.

Commentators interpret the Prophet’s (PBUH) [[intercession]] for others as a sign of his compassion and kindness toward them. [[Shaykh Tusi]] views the Prophet’s (PBUH) seeking forgiveness as an act of grace that brings about Allah's mercy. These verses support the concept of intercession.

According to Quranic verses, other prophets, including [[Abraham (AS)]], [[Jacob (AS)]], and [[Moses (AS)]], also sought forgiveness for others, including believers and certain family members. The [[Quran]] also mentions angels seeking forgiveness for humans and believers seeking forgiveness for each other.