Azahari Hassim During the caliphate of ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb, a remarkable incident occurred involving a Jewish rabbi. It is reported in authentic hadith collections that the rabbi approached ʿUmar and said: “If this verse had been revealed to us in our scripture, we would have commemorated the day of its revelation as a festival.” TheContinue reading “The Jealousy of Rabbis: A Verse from the Quran and a Prophecy from the Bible”
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Why Does the Quran Frequently Mention Abraham Alongside His Son Isaac and Grandson Jacob?
Azahari Hassim The Quran repeatedly mentions the patriarch Abraham together with his son Isaac and grandson Jacob, highlighting their unique roles in the tapestry of prophetic history. This frequent association is rooted in both their familial lineage and their significant spiritual legacy, as outlined in several Quranic verses. The Divine Trust and Distinction Abraham’s lifeContinue reading “Why Does the Quran Frequently Mention Abraham Alongside His Son Isaac and Grandson Jacob?”
The Fulfillment of Prophecy: The Jewish Rabbi’s Admiration for Islam’s Sacrificial Legacy
Azahari Hassim Religious traditions frequently assert their divine fulfillment, searching for validation of their legitimacy and divine favor within their scriptures. A notably significant moment in Islamic history illustrates this dynamic—when a Jewish rabbi came to Caliph ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb with a remarkable confession: “If a verse like this had been revealed to us Jews,Continue reading “The Fulfillment of Prophecy: The Jewish Rabbi’s Admiration for Islam’s Sacrificial Legacy”
Reexamining the Abrahamic Covenant: Ishmael’s Primacy in Islamic Tradition
Did Abraham, Isaac and Jacob know about Mount Sinai and its sacredness? The biblical accounts suggest that Mount Sinai and its sacredness were not known to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The significance sacred of Mount Sinai is primarily associated with the story of Moses and the Israelites’ liberation from Egypt, as described in the BookContinue reading “Reexamining the Abrahamic Covenant: Ishmael’s Primacy in Islamic Tradition”
Prophetic Completion in Islam and Psalm 118:22 – A Comparative Reflection
The Prophet Muhammad said, “My similitude in comparison with the other prophets before me, is that of a man who has built a house nicely and beautifully, except for a place of one brick in a corner. The people go about it and wonder at its beauty, but say: ‘Would that this brick be putContinue reading “Prophetic Completion in Islam and Psalm 118:22 – A Comparative Reflection”
Ishmael: The Rightful Heir of the Abrahamic Covenant – Revisiting Biblical Circumcision and Lineage
Azahari Hassim The Abrahamic covenant stands as a foundational pillar in the sacred histories of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Central to this covenant is the rite of circumcision, instituted by God as a binding sign between Himself and Abraham’s descendants. Traditionally, Jewish and Christian interpretations assert that Isaac, the son born to Abraham and Sarah,Continue reading “Ishmael: The Rightful Heir of the Abrahamic Covenant – Revisiting Biblical Circumcision and Lineage”
Gog and Magog: Medieval Jewish Link to the Khazars
Azahari Hassim The Jewish Encyclopedia (published 1901–1906) does indeed discuss the connection between the peoples of Gog and Magog and the Khazars, reflecting both medieval Jewish traditions and interpretations circulating at the time. Key Points from the Jewish Encyclopedia 1. Biblical and Apocalyptic Origins: Gog and Magog are originally biblical figures and nations mentioned inContinue reading “Gog and Magog: Medieval Jewish Link to the Khazars”
Gog and Magog: Their Religion and Obsession with the “Town”
Azahari Hassim The figures of Gog and Magog—known in Islamic tradition as Yajuj and Majuj—are shrouded in apocalyptic mystery across Abrahamic religions. While the Quran and Hadith literature provide limited but evocative details about them, interpretations and speculation abound. Among these is the idea that Gog and Magog may adhere to the Jewish faith andContinue reading “Gog and Magog: Their Religion and Obsession with the “Town””
Divine Immutability vs. the Trinity: Insights from the Tanakh, New Testament, and Arianism
Azahari Hassim The statement that “the idea of immutability is at odds with the Christian understanding of God in relation to the Trinity” highlights a profound theological tension. Let’s explore how this idea interacts with the scriptures of the Tanakh and the New Testament, as well as how it resonates with the Arian perspective. 1.Continue reading “Divine Immutability vs. the Trinity: Insights from the Tanakh, New Testament, and Arianism”
Reimagining Gog and Magog: Could Zionism Fulfill an Ancient Prophecy?
Azahari Hassim Reimagining Gog and Magog: Could Zionism Fulfill an Ancient Prophecy? What if everything we thought about biblical prophecy was backwards? Across the Abrahamic faiths—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—Gog and Magog (known in Arabic as Ya’juj and Ma’juj) are end-times forces associated with chaos, war, and divine judgment. But what if those names don’t pointContinue reading “Reimagining Gog and Magog: Could Zionism Fulfill an Ancient Prophecy?”