As for the term “purpose,” a group of speculative theologians use it [such as the Qadarīs. A group of affirmers of predestination likewise say, “He acts for a purpose,” as is stated by those affirmers of predestination who discuss this matter—Quran commentators, jurists, and others. However, jurists and other affirmers of predestination generally refrain from using the term “purpose,” even if they use the term “wisdom,” because it may suggest wrongdoing and need. When people say, “So-and-so did this with an ulterior motive,” or, “So-and-so has an ulterior motive concerning so-and-so,” they often mean some blameworthy intention involving wrongdoing, indecency, or something else. Allah Most High is exalted above willing anything whose willing would be blameworthy] (1).
[Commentary on his statement, “He sent the messengers to guide the world”]
As for his statement:
“He (2) sent the messengers (3) to guide the world.”
The great majority of Ahl al-Sunnah likewise state that Allah [Most High] (4) sent Muhammad—may Allah’s blessings and peace be upon him—as a mercy to the worlds. Those who deny that His acts are grounded in reasons say: He sent him and made his sending a mercy for those who believe in him, (6 or for him and for others 6) (5). (7 They also say, “This mercy was made to occur in conjunction with that,” just as they say 7):(6) regarding all other matters