These two books are held in great reverence by billions of people. It's valuable to research them, to understand the words that are influence the lives of so many.
Understanding The Bible Part One The Canons Of The BibleEdward Hahnenberg
The first in a six-part series examining how to understand the Bible using the historical-critical method. The subject of Part One is the Canons of the Old and New Testament, how they were decided, and the difference between the Catholic and Protestant canons.
Understanding The Bible Part One The Canons Of The BibleEdward Hahnenberg
The first in a six-part series examining how to understand the Bible using the historical-critical method. The subject of Part One is the Canons of the Old and New Testament, how they were decided, and the difference between the Catholic and Protestant canons.
Given the dire need for Islamic studies material in schools incorporating the subject in English. Dar-us-salam has endeavored to publish an Islamic Studies series covering all the grades, from grade one through grade twelve.
This series covers all areas of Islamic studies: tafseer, hadeeth, tawheed, fiqh, seerah, and general etiquette relating to different areas and situations. Given the importance of authentic Islamic knowledge, every effort has been made to ensure that the material presented in the series is authentic. Also, given the importance of Arabic Islamic terms, most of the terms are presented in their original Arabic script, along with the transliteration and the translation of their meanings. This also applies to supplications which have to be memorized in their Arabic version. The aim here is to help the reader read the original text and understand its meaning. Each lesson is followed by exercises covering questions about the lesson.
One striking feature in the series is the colorful artwork used in it will certainly appeal to children. This is certainly bound to attract the young readers’ attention, stimulate them, amuse them as well as educate them.
This series aims to acquaint the student with the teachings of Islam in every aspect: beliefs, practices and moral conduct. This series, with its unique features, certainly fills a gap in this area which has long been partially neglected.
This slide program explains Islamic teachings from Quran and Sunnah of our beloved Prophet (SAW) about death and dying and grave. It gives guidelines how to remember our death and prepare for our death.
Introduction
Its revelation
Makkan and Madinan Suwar
Its writing down
Its collection
Abrogating and abrogated verses
About ‘clear’ and ‘unclear’ verses
Orientalists and the Qur’an
Translation of Qur’an
Modern interpretation of Qur’an
Language of Qur’an
Reading and recitation of Qur’an
A brief presentation on 12 spiritual disciplines that Richard Foster identifies within Christianity. Find more on discipleship, spiritual formation, and living a life of faith at http://nathanrhale.com
The Prophets and prophecies are recorded through out the Bible from genesis to Revelation: from Noah, to King David, from John the Baptist to Jesus to the lesser known prophets in the early church. The prophets communicate God's messages different ages and can have multiple fulfillments.
Given the dire need for Islamic studies material in schools incorporating the subject in English. Dar-us-salam has endeavored to publish an Islamic Studies series covering all the grades, from grade one through grade twelve.
This series covers all areas of Islamic studies: tafseer, hadeeth, tawheed, fiqh, seerah, and general etiquette relating to different areas and situations. Given the importance of authentic Islamic knowledge, every effort has been made to ensure that the material presented in the series is authentic. Also, given the importance of Arabic Islamic terms, most of the terms are presented in their original Arabic script, along with the transliteration and the translation of their meanings. This also applies to supplications which have to be memorized in their Arabic version. The aim here is to help the reader read the original text and understand its meaning. Each lesson is followed by exercises covering questions about the lesson.
One striking feature in the series is the colorful artwork used in it will certainly appeal to children. This is certainly bound to attract the young readers’ attention, stimulate them, amuse them as well as educate them.
This series aims to acquaint the student with the teachings of Islam in every aspect: beliefs, practices and moral conduct. This series, with its unique features, certainly fills a gap in this area which has long been partially neglected.
This slide program explains Islamic teachings from Quran and Sunnah of our beloved Prophet (SAW) about death and dying and grave. It gives guidelines how to remember our death and prepare for our death.
Introduction
Its revelation
Makkan and Madinan Suwar
Its writing down
Its collection
Abrogating and abrogated verses
About ‘clear’ and ‘unclear’ verses
Orientalists and the Qur’an
Translation of Qur’an
Modern interpretation of Qur’an
Language of Qur’an
Reading and recitation of Qur’an
A brief presentation on 12 spiritual disciplines that Richard Foster identifies within Christianity. Find more on discipleship, spiritual formation, and living a life of faith at http://nathanrhale.com
The Prophets and prophecies are recorded through out the Bible from genesis to Revelation: from Noah, to King David, from John the Baptist to Jesus to the lesser known prophets in the early church. The prophets communicate God's messages different ages and can have multiple fulfillments.
NO DOUBT THIS LIFE IS AN EXAMINATION
WHICH NEEDS YOUR FULL CONSIDERATION
AS TO WHAT YOU WILL TAKE TO
YOUR FINAL DESTINATION
ONLY TRUE BELIEF AND GOOD DEEDS ARE
YOUR WAY TO SALVATION
(Muhammad Sherif)
Izhar al-Haq (The Truth Revealed)
By Rahmatullah Kairanwi
This book, internationally recognized as one of the most authoritative and objective studies of the Bible, was originally written in Arabic under the title Izharul-Haq (Truth Revealed) by the distinguished 19th century Indian scholar, Rahmatullah Kairanvi, and appeared in 1864. The book was subsequently translated into Urdu, and then from Urdu into English by Mohammad Wali Raazi.
Rahmatullah Kairanvi wrote the book in response to the Christian offensive against Islam during the British rule in India, and specifically to counter the subversive attack made by the Rev. C. C. P. Fonder. Rev. Fonder had written a book in Urdu entitled Meezanul Haq, the open intention of which was to create doubts into the minds of the Muslims about the authenticity of the Qur’an and Islam.
Kairanvi’s intention in his book was first of all to show that the Bible cannot in any way be considered as a directly revealed book. He does this very effectively by means of his voluminous and authoritative knowledge of the Jewish and Christian scriptures. He demonstrates beyond doubt that the Books of the Old and New Testaments have been altered, almost beyond recognition, from their original forms. The work is even more notable in the light of subsequent Jewish and Christian scholarship and the various discoveries that have since been made in this field which all bear out the truth of Kairanvi’s thesis.
Islam is not the name of some unique religion presented for the first time by Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) who should, on that account be called the founder of Islam.
The Qur'an states that Islam - the complete submission of man before his one and only Unique Creator - is the one and only faith and way of life consistently revealed by God to humankind from the very beginning. Noah, Solomon, David, Abraham, Moses, Isaac and Jesus - prophets who appeared at different times and places - all propagated the same faith and conveyed the same message of Tawheed (Oneness of God), Risaalat (Prophethood) and Aakhirah (the Hereafter). These prophets of God were not founders of different religions to be named after them. They were each reiterating the message and faith of their predecessors.
However, Muhammad (pbuh) was the last Prophet of God. God revived through him the same genuine faith which had been conveyed by all His Prophets. Since there was to be no messenger after Muhammad (pbuh), the Book revealed to him (i.e. the Qur'an) was preserved word for word so that it should be a source of guidance for all times.
"Verily, We have sent down to you (O Muhammad (S)) the Book (this Quran) for mankind in truth. So whosoever accepts the guidance, it is only for his own self, and whosoever goes astray, he goes astray only for his (own) loss. And you (O Muhammad (S)) are not a Wakeel (trustee or disposer of affairs, or manager) over them." (The Noble Quran 39:41)
Is this old expression in the Bible? Can Christians say that this expression is true? Moses told Joshua to be strong and courageous. Jesus told us to fear not. Paul faced persecution.
Around the world, church buildings, many of them beautiful cathedrals, are being repurposed in many different ways - sometimes into locations for activities condemned by the Church.
Don't live out your relationship with God according to what others tell you. God wants to be closer to you than anyone else. And He will always provide everything you need. There are too many so-called church leaders who really don't care about you or God.
The Bible stands alone as an incredible ancient book. It is forcefully substantiated by thousands of ancient copies and thousands of fulfilled prophecies. It has always been powerful.
God created all we know, and all we can possible know, including His very thoughts today. But how He reveals this information to the hearts of individuals is like the wind. It can't be institutionalized.
Almost 2,000 years ago the Paul, the Apostle, traveled to the city of Corinth in what is now Greece and founded a Christian church there. That city still exists. Paul loved and obeyed Jesus dearly.
That Jesus Christ died because He was crucified is a well-established historical fact. Anybody who looks close enough will find the truth. Why was His death necessary? Why follow an executed criminal?
What you say is very important to God. He is not casual about spoken words. Your words are your fruit, your produce, and you are known by the fruit you bear. Do your words give life? Or are they poisonous? You choose your own words.
Historical Context for the Bible: RevelationRick Bruderick
It is wise to consider the historical context in which are found the actual events of the particular Bible passages we are studying. The first book we present is the last book of the Bible, the Revelation of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Focus on where you WANT to go. Fix your eyes on your target. Why? Because you will certainly go to what you are looking at. But you can decide where to look.
When American founders declared independence from England, they did it with reference to God the Creator. What was their motive? How is independence important in Christians today?
The Bible records events in which Jesus discusses His mother. He gave public credit to His followers for being His mothers and His brothers. Spiritual mothers should be honored.
God gave Moses the 10 Commandments, and hundreds of other laws. Human institutions always create rules, commandments, laws and bylaws to keep their members institutionally moral.
The One who made Heaven and Earth and all of us who dwell here didn't plan on it being permanent. It will all be destroyed, with only a few survivors. Who survives? Those who love God.
The world is a dangerous place, especially for those who are called to love God and neighbor. Will you be attacked and suffer? If Jesus would have protected Himself, there would be no Easter to celebrate.
In northern Kentucky, along I-75, is a full-scale replica of Noah's Ark and, just 30 minutes away, along I-275, is the Creation Museum. These sites are committed to the literal Holy Bible.
The authorities in our lives expect our silence and agreement. If we speak up, we will be punished, excluded, or worse. God expects us to fear Him above all others. Jesus taught the same.
Jesus demonstrated what it means to serve others and the early Church demonstrated what it means to serve each other. If we call ourselves Christians, then we become servants to others.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
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HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
3. The Quran
The Quran has been described as
the closest thing to the incarnation
of Allah, the very essence of God,
proof of the truth of Islam, perfect,
miraculous, literary excellence,
preeminent in its beauty, and
unmatchable.
4. The Quran
The Quran has 5 defenses:
1)It defends itself;
2)It has fulfilled prophecies;
3)It contains mathematical
patterns;
4)It reveals scientific truthes before
their discovery; and
5)It has never changed.
5. The Quran
However, upon investigtion:
1) Everyone proclaims their own innocence,
especially the guilty;
2) It has no major prophecies, and at least one
of its prophecies - that the Quran itself will
be protected from change (15:9) - has failed;
3) Mathematical patterns can be found in the
texts of many books, including fiction;
4) The scientific presentations are incorrect;
and
5) Historical records show that the Quran has
been changed, especially in the early years.
6. The Holy Bible
People with even the slightest
learning about the Bible know that it
is a collection of 66 books written in
several different periods of ancient
history: 39 from Judaism and 29
specific to the teachings of Jesus
Christ. These books were written by
a variety of authors in their
languages - Hebrew, Arabic and
Greek - as inspired by the Holy Spirit.
7. The Holy Bible
Many of the books in the Bible
contain anecdotes in chronological
order of actual historical events.
Several of the books contain
prophecies, most of which have
already been fulfilled but many yet
to be fulfilled. Some of the books are
more like collections of poetry, songs
and proverbs. Some are lists of laws
and instructions for godly living. All
represent the mind of God.
9. The Quran
The whole Quran is said to be
revealed only to Muhammad by
revelations given to him by the
angel Gabriel. There are no other
authors, witnesses or
corroborators. The biggest
challenge this method presents
are Muhammad's claims about
himself as written in the Quran.
10. The Holy Bible
It's common to have Bible books and
passages which repeat the telling of an
event. This adds to the Bible's
credibility. Multiple witnesses confirm
and validate the stories and facts
presented in the Bible. The Bible records
that Jesus made claims about His own
deity, but He never personally wrote any
of the passages of the Bible.
12. The Quran
The Quran says of itself that it will
be protected from change. (15:9)
Islamic teachers says that,
though the Bible has changed
over the years, the Quran never
has.
13. The Quran
According to hadith, the Quran came
to Muhammad a few verses at a
time in his personal times in the
cave. Being illiterate, Muhammad
spoke the verses to literate
Muslim followers.
However, . . .
14. The Quran
However, over time, his own version of
the verses changed enough to cause
heated arguments between those
who heard them from Muhammad's
own mouth at different times. Upon
hearing the arguments, Muhammad
didn't set the record straight, he just
told them to stop arguing. (Sahih
Bukhari, vol. 6, book 61)
15. The Quran
The Quran had not been collected into a single
book in Muhammad's lifetime. After he
died, Muslim leaders realized that there
were too many differing versions of the
verses, so Zaid ibn Thabit set out to collect
all of the verses and put them in one
standard book. His task was difficult, but
when he finished, he gave the book to
Muhammad's widow to protect it. It was
later found that Zaid had left a section out,
accidentally. It was added.
16. The Quran
Later, khalifa Uthman ordered that the Quran be
standardized, again, took the widow's book,
edited it, made and distributed copies of the
new version, and then ordered all previous
versions to be burned. However, some
people, like Ubay ibn Ka'b, a man that
Muhammad had set aside as "the best reciter
of the Quran", disputed Uthman's version,
because they had heard left out verses
directly from Muhammad, and continued to
recited them.
17. The Quran
It is thought that, because the Quran is
still written in only its original
language, and never translated, it is
perfectly unaltered. In fact, within
a century of Muhammad's death, a
council of Muslim leaders met
purposely to "fix" the Quran in
order to strengthen their political
power.
18. The Quran
With regards to the hadith, though, even
the earliest written biographies of
Muhammad, which came hundreds of
years after he died, admit to
purposeful alterations. They were
altered to remove shameful,
distressing and unbelievable stories of
Muhammad. In essence, he was
Photoshopped to be more attractive
each time his stories were retold.
19. The Quran
How do experts today explain the
many variations of the Quran,
especially in the early years?
They say it was the will of Allah.
But if that is so, then why do so
many dismiss the facts and
claim that the Quran has never
changed?
20. The Holy Bible
Very few scholars seriously question the
accuracy of the common translations of
the Holy Bible. And as time goes on,
more and more archeological discoveries
reveal documents closer to the original
writings, such as the Dead Sea Scrolls,
and significant discrepancies have never
been found. In fact, today's translations
are probably more accurate than they
were in Muhammad's time.
22. The Quran
The Quran is available in several languages, but
is only considered inspired and authentic
when in Arabic. The Quran has many
references to the Book (the Holy Bible) which
is presented as God's inspired word, both Old
and New Testaments. The 66 books of the
Bible had already been canonized for more
than 200 years before Muhammad started
the Quran. His wife's cousin was a Christian,
as well as other influential people in his life.
Muhammad was illiterate, though. He spoke
the Quran in Arabic to scribes.
23. The Holy Bible
Has been translated to more than 2500
languages, and each is considered to
authentic. God originated the multitude
of languages at the Tower of Babel for
the purpose of spreading people across
the globe. All languages are His
languages, and His Word is just as clear
and true in all of them.
25. The Quran
The Quran mentions Muhammad by
name only 4 times. But what the Quran
says about him is self-proclaimed, since
Muhammad wrote it. If it praises
Humammad, he was praising himself.
Here are 2 references: Muhammad is
the ideal model of conduct for Muslims
(33:21), and true believers are not
allowed to question his decisions
(33:36).
26. The Quran
Muslims teachers claim that the
Holy Bible (the Book) prophecies
the coming of Muhammad in
Deuteronomy 18:18 and John
16:12. But, read in context, the
man in Deuteronomy is Jewish
and the Comforter in John is
clearly the Holy Spirit.
27. The Holy Bible
The Gospels record the conversations of
Jesus. He spoke of many things, teaching
the ways of God, explaining how faith
works, expressing His love for people,
criticizing religious hypocrites and those
who lacked faith, and prophesying the
future. Before His crucifixion, Jesus often
told His followers that He would die, be
buried for 3 days and rise again. Those
prophesies came true in His lifetime.
28. The Holy Bible
Jesus also prophesied about the
destruction of Jerusalem, which came
true in 70AD. He prophesied the
outpouring of the Holy Spirit, which
happened about a month and a half
after He ascended to Heaven. And He
prophesied events of the end times and
Judgment Day, including His return to
gather the saints. We are stil waiting for
those prophesies to be fulfilled. .
30. The Quran
In quoting from the Quran to defend the
goodness of Islam, verses are quite
often taken out of context. For
example, 5:32, a verse quoted to say
that murder is wrong in Islam, is
actually immediately sandwiched
between a reference to not murdering
Jews specifically, and an order to
murder and dismember those who
fight against Islam.
31. The Holy Bible
In quoting the Bible to defend the goodness of
Christians, verses are quite often taken out of
context. For example, in John 3:16, Jesus tells
someone that believing in God's Son will get a
person eternal life, and is the most quoted verse
in all of Christianity. However, it's recorded in
Matthew, Mark and Luke, when another man
asks Jesus about acquiring eternal life, Jesus tells
him to sell all that he has, give the money to the
poor, then follow Jesus. These verses, though
repeated in the Gospels, are almost never
quoted by so-called Christians today.
33. The Quran
The Quran has never undergone a
systematic examination of the earliest
manuscripts against the entire Quranic
tradition. About a century after
Muhammad's death the Quran was
modified to command political and
religious unity to support the growing
political power of the time, rather than
to be preserved perfectly from the
time of Muhammad.
34. The Holy Bible
During the last 300 years, the New Testament
has undergone rigorous textual research,
studies of how well the text has been
transmitted from the earliest available Greek
manuscripts through today. Those studies
have demonstrated that the transmission of
the New Testament books from their original
forms until now has happened faithfully
without calling into question any cardinal
doctrine of the Christian faith.
36. The Quran
Since the Quran recognizes the Book,
meaning the Holy Bible as we have
it today, Creation, the Flood, the
Tower of Babel, the calling of
Abraham, the Exodus of the Jews
from Egypt, the kings of Judah and
Israel, and the prophets of God are
all considered actual historical
events.
37. The Holy Bible
The Holy Bible as we have it today, records
in a fair amount of detail the Creation of
the world, the Flood of Noah, the Tower of
Babel, the calling of Abraham, the Exodus
of the Jews from Egypt, the kings of Judah
and Israel, and prophets of God, and many
other events, people and places. All of
these are considered actual historical facts
that have been or could be verified with
evidence from archeaology.
39. The Quran
In the Hadith writings, the earliest
of commentaries on the Quran
and Muhammad, we learn
about Muslim traditions that
are based on how Muhammad
lived his life.
40. The Holy Bible
After the ascension of Jesus into
heaven, about 120 of His disciples
received the Holy Spirit, as Jesus
had promised. This was the birth
of the Church. The book of Acts
records many events related to
the initial growth of the Church.
41. The Holy Bible
By the time Muhammad died, some 600
years later, the Church had undergone many
changes. One of the largest of which was
the establishment of government protected
institutions, the largest of which was the
Roman Catholic Church, led by a pope.
There were several non-Roman Catholic
church institutions, however, and it wasn't
uncommon for churches to compete for
political authority.
42. The Holy Bible
Very often church institutions
which claim to represent the
living Body of Christ in the world,
behave in ways quite opposite to
what Christ had taught and what
His disciples reinforced.
43. The Holy Bible
Today, in very general terms, there are
2 types of Christians: those who believe
in heirarchial structure of a human
organization where only the top leaders
are led of the Holy Spirit; and those
who believe that the Holy Bible can be
read and understood by all people and
individuals can be filled with God's Holy
Spirit and led by Him.
45. The Quran
Hadith are books about the traditions
surrounding Muhammad that were
assembled about 200-250 years after
Muhammad died. Ibn Hisham and Sahih
Bukhari are two highly respected
authors. Ibn Ishaq’s "Sirat Rasul Allah" is
also an important source, having been
written less than 200 years after
Muhammad's death. But some scholars
disapprove of Ibn Ishaq's methods.
46. The Quran
There are no historical documents from
the same time period as Muhammad
to confirm the accuracy of the Hadith.
These books were not written in at a
time close to the event, nor were they
written by eyewitnesses. The stories in
the Hadith were passed orally by
respected men, although tools for
writing books were well developed by
the seventh century.
47. The Quran
To many Muslims, respecting the
honored leaders of old is more
important than establishing the
accuracy of what those men said. Is
there factual historical data from
independent sources revealing the
greatness of the legendary leaders,
the imams who passed on the
traditions in the hadith?
48. The Quran
Consider and example: Today, while former US
President Bill Clinton is still alive, there are
people who revere the ex-president and love to
share many stories of his accomplishments,
and there are people who despise him and love
to insist that he was so bad as president that
he was impeached - and he was a terrible
human for lying and cheating. After 200 years
of only the people who respect Bill Clinton
retelling the stories, but never writing anything
down, will the final story be in any way
accurate? Not likely.
49. The Holy Bible
While Christians find great
interest and inspiration in the
writings of many authors and
historians, the Holy Bible stands
alone. It can be logically
understood and appreciated by
all who have the ability to read
and think critically. No other
books or articles are needed to
understand it.
50. The Holy Bible
Unfortunately, many leaders of
Christianity today, including leaders of
denominations and Christian
universities overly complicate the Holy
Bible and some are foolish enough to
add or take away portions of the Bible
that they say are no longer relevant.
Such people are called false teachers,
and should be ignored.
52. The Quran
The Quran is rarely used at all as a
reference book. And even more
rarely as a standalone authority.
53. The Holy Bible
The Holy Bible is often used as the
final authority in settling spiritual
matters. It's interpretation is to be
open, not to be restricted to
anyone, regardless of social status.