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”
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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”
The Departure of Hagar and Ishmael: Analyzing Biblical Text and Midrash Interpretations
Azahari Hassim According to biblical accounts, Ishmael is described as a teenager at the time he and Hagar depart from Abraham’s household. In contrast, Islamic tradition presents him as an infant or young child whom Hagar nurses as they leave Abraham’s residence. Was Ishmael placed on Hagar’s shoulder by Abraham in Genesis 21 before theirContinue reading “The Departure of Hagar and Ishmael: Analyzing Biblical Text and Midrash Interpretations”
How does the Quran obliquely refer to Muhammad as the “Shiloh”?
Azahari Hassim Some believe that Surah 2, verse 129 and 133 of the Quran points to Muhammad as the “Shiloh” prophesied by Jacob in Genesis 49, verse 10. How is this argument articulated? The argument that Surah 2, verses 129 and 133 of the Quran point to Muhammad as the “Shiloh” prophesied by Jacob inContinue reading “How does the Quran obliquely refer to Muhammad as the “Shiloh”?”
Jesus, Kingdom of God, and Islam
Azahari Hassim Is the Kingdom of God proclaimed by Jesus in the gospels the same as the fifth kingdom mentioned in Daniel 2 and 7? The question of whether the Kingdom of God proclaimed by Jesus in the Gospels is the same as the fifth kingdom mentioned in the book of Daniel is a topicContinue reading “Jesus, Kingdom of God, and Islam”
Ishmael and Isaac in Islamic Tradition: The Sons of Abraham
Azahari Hassim Ishmael was the fruit of Abraham, while Isaac was a gift from God to Abraham. 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,Continue reading “Ishmael and Isaac in Islamic Tradition: The Sons of Abraham”
Messiah
Azahari Hassim The term “Messiah” signifies the anointment of an individual with consecrated oil, designating them as God’s representative. Who in the Old Testament is anointed with sacred oil to be God’s messiah? In the Old Testament, the term “Messiah” refers to anointed individuals who were consecrated with sacred oil to serve as God’s representatives.Continue reading “Messiah”
Does Isaac possess the necessary credentials to be considered an appropriate sacrifice?
Azahari Hassim Does Isaac possess the necessary credentials to be considered an appropriate sacrifice? According to the Mosaic law, the offering must consist of the first-born and must be completely flawless. It seems Isaac does not possess the necessary qualifications to be considered as a suitable sacrifice due to the fact that he was notContinue reading “Does Isaac possess the necessary credentials to be considered an appropriate sacrifice?”