Which Prophet expressed the wish to be part of the Ummah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

Explanation

On the night of Meraj, when Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) met Prophet Musa (A.S.) in the heavens, Musa (A.S.) wept and expressed his desire to be included among the Ummah of Muhammad (PBUH). He said that a Ummah that would enter Paradise in greater numbers than his own was truly blessed. This highlights the exalted status of the Ummah of the final Prophet (PBUH) among all previous nations.

Good to know

During the miraculous journey of Meraj, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) met several previous Prophets at different levels of the heavens. When he reached the sixth heaven and met Prophet Musa (A.S.), Musa (A.S.) was moved to tears upon learning about the immense number of followers of Muhammad (PBUH) who would enter Paradise. He then expressed his heartfelt wish to be counted among this blessed Ummah, reflecting the special rank and mercy granted to the followers of the final Messenger.

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