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Subject: Islamic View of Crucifixion? |
Bible Note: Colin, excuse me, but you too are so close - yet so far away. There ARE numerous places in the Quran which specifically support the fact that Jesus DID die. (Surah 2:87; 3:55; 4:157,158; 19:33; 5:116:117) By recognizing what the Quran DOES say, AND acknowledging the fact that it DOES contradict itself continually, makes it easier to point out those numerous places where it DOES AGREE with Scripture. Like in Surah 19:33-34: “Peace on me the day I was born, and the day I die, and the day I shall be raised alive! Such WAS Jesus, son of Mary, (this is) a statement of the truth concerning which they doubt.” And as far as "Muhammad curses believers in Jesus" – actually very often the Quran tells its readers to follow the Gospel’s teaching. For example: Surah 5:72 – O people of the Book (these are what he called “believers in Jesus”), ye have no ground to stand on until you observe the Taurat (Old Testament) and the Ingil (Gospels) and that which hath been sent down to you from your Lord”. In Surah 4:49-50 it states in effect, that the Gospels confirm the Old Testament and that those who don’t follow Scriptures are going to be judged by God. (I agree with both of these portions, don't you?) Knowing that Muslims attempt to cancel those verses using the excuse, "The Bible has been corrupted because it doesn’t agree with the Quran”, one can ask when, how, where it was corrupted. Asking them about the Arabs who found the manuscripts (Red Sea Scrolls) that predate the Quran and confirm the Scriptures is a good follow-up. Later, when they "see the light" they quickly and easily understand that it is the Quran that is filled "with errors". But in the mean time ... And I have read those “writings” explaining what the Quran says (when it doesn’t) or doesn’t say (when it really does). Understanding these simple truths help Muslims see the truth for themselves. Asking questions that lead, as Jesus did, makes it important not to merely make a statement "off the cuff". They don’t believe God had need of a son. Yet, they admit that Jesus didn’t have any "earthly" father, and unlike Adam, Jesus did have a mother. They believe Mary, as a virgin, gave birth to Jesus. They believe that Jesus remained perfect and sinless. They believe everyone else, including Muhammad, sinned. They believe that Jesus raised the dead, healed the blind, etc. They acknowledge that Muhammad never did. They believe it is Jesus who is coming back to judge the living and the dead. They believe soooooo much more truth than even some "Christians" do, contary to what the "NEWS" would depict. Colin, have you ever talked with a former Muslim who now follows Christ? Have you ever heard the prayers, seen the excitement or watched the enthusiasm as they share what great things Jesus has done in them, with them and for them? Have you ever read the 99 names or characteristics of God, according to a Muslim. The names themselves gives us 99 “door-openers”. The First. The Last. The King. The Friend. The Physician. The All-Loving. The Lord of Glory and Honor. The Avenger. The Provider. The Merciful. The Forgiver. The Just. The Judge. The Giver of Strength. The Light. The Guide. Acknowledging these attributes as those of my God, gives me an avenue to "talk truth" with them. Using ONLY the Quran, Muslims have understood and believed the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. They, by pointing out those hidden verses in the Quran, understand exactly HOW God can have a Son, offer Him up for a sin offering. That is why I stated what I did about being sooooo close. Yes, Praise His Holy Name – they are fast coming into the knowledge of the truth, just as His precious Word promises they will. Before someone tries to point out all the errors of the Quran - I KNOW! I KNOW! Contrary to Islam being a "peaceful" religion, the Quran is filled with promoting violence (much like the Old Testament). But like us (you and me), MOST Muslims love family, peace, quiet, and their God. Now, BEFORE you became a believer, were you as NEAR to the truth as many Muslims are today, or as far away as some would hope all Muslims should stay forever? Blessings, Taleb |