Azahari Hassim From the Islamic perspective, Ishmael was the fruit of Abraham, while Isaac was a gift of God to Abraham due to his willingness to sacrifice his firstborn son, Ishmael. What is the explanation for this? In Islamic tradition, both Ishmael and Isaac are revered as prophets and are the sons of the ProphetContinue reading “Ishmael was the fruit of Abraham, while Isaac was a gift of God to Abraham”
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Ishmael’s Story and Scriptural Alterations in The Torah: Islamic Perspectives
Azahari Hassim Genesis 21, verses 9 to 10, reads: But Sarah saw that the son whom Hagar the Egyptian had borne to Abraham was mocking, and she said to Abraham, “Get rid of that slave woman and her son, for that woman’s son will never share in the inheritance with my son Isaac.” Genesis 22,Continue reading “Ishmael’s Story and Scriptural Alterations in The Torah: Islamic Perspectives”
Is the prophet Haggai foretelling the coming of Muhammad?
Azahari Hassim What is the biblical controversy surrounding Haggai 2, verse 7? The controversy surrounding Haggai 2, verse 7, revolves around different interpretations of the verse and its implications. In this verse, Haggai prophesies about the coming of the Messiah and states, “And I will shake all nations, and the Desire of all nations shallContinue reading “Is the prophet Haggai foretelling the coming of Muhammad?”
Jesus, Muhammad, and the Davidic Messiah
Azahari Hassim In Matthew 22, verse 45, Jesus posed a question to the Pharisees. How can the Messiah be considered David’s descendant if David himself refers to him as ‘Lord’? The following is an excerpt from Willmington’s Bible Handbook notes on Matthew 22, verses 42 to 45: Jesus now asked a question of the Pharisees:Continue reading “Jesus, Muhammad, and the Davidic Messiah”
Jerusalem in the Qur’an
Azahari Hassim The book “Jerusalem in the Qur’an“ by Imran N. Hosein is a detailed exploration of the role Jerusalem plays in Islamic eschatology and its significance in the context of global historical events. The primary message conveyed throughout the book is that Jerusalem holds a central place in the end-times narrative as understood withinContinue reading “Jerusalem in the Qur’an”
The Invention of the Jewish People
Azahari Hassim “The Invention of the Jewish People“ is a non-fiction book written by Shlomo Sand. The book was published in 2008 by Resling Publishing House. As of 2021, it has been translated into 23 languages. Contents of the Book: The book deals with the proto-national and national historiographical tradition that exalted the existence of aContinue reading “The Invention of the Jewish People”
The Matrix of Gog
Azahari Hassim What is the significance of the title “The Matrix of Gog” authored by Daniel Patrick in the context of the book? The title “The Matrix of Gog” authored by Daniel Patrick holds significant meaning in the context of the book. The term “Matrix of Gog” refers to the fulfillment of Bible prophecy, specificallyContinue reading “The Matrix of Gog”
Reexamining Abraham’s Sacrifice: An Islamic Perspective on Potential Scribal Interpolation in Genesis 22
Azahari Hassim Micah 6, verse 7, reads: “Will the Lord be pleased with thousands of rams, with ten thousand rivers of olive oil? Shall I offer my firstborn for my transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul?“ Jeremiah 8, verse 8, reads: “’How can you say, “We are wise, forContinue reading “Reexamining Abraham’s Sacrifice: An Islamic Perspective on Potential Scribal Interpolation in Genesis 22”
Comparing the Popularity of “Servant of the Lord” and “Son of God” Titles for Jesus
Azahari Hassim What is the reason for the lesser popularity of the title “Servant of the Lord” in reference to Jesus, in comparison to the widely recognized title “Son of God,” despite the description given in the well-known book of Isaiah 42? The lesser popularity of the title “Servant of the Lord” in reference toContinue reading “Comparing the Popularity of “Servant of the Lord” and “Son of God” Titles for Jesus”
King Solomon, King Cyrus, and the Messianic reference to Muhammad by Jesus
Azahari Hassim What distinguishes King Solomon from King Cyrus in relation to messiahship? The main distinction between King Solomon and King Cyrus in relation to messiahship is: So in summary, the key distinction is that Cyrus was explicitly called a messiah in Scripture for his role in facilitating the return from exile, while Solomon, thoughContinue reading “King Solomon, King Cyrus, and the Messianic reference to Muhammad by Jesus”