Why Ummah Of This Time Is Considered Inferior
It is clearly mentioned in the Quran that it is nothing but our deeds that will determine our status in the eyes of God. This is not birth time which makes one superior to others. Opportunities are available for everyone to attain the highest status. Those from the past who are praised, are praised for their deeds. And also, they were warned by God and sometimes met some kind of punishment when they lagged. As we see in the Battle of Uhad and Hunain. Their trial was very hard. So those who passed it are praiseworthy. Their ways are open to follow.