Jesus in Islam
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Debates (2)
3:07:20Mohammed Hijab vs David Wood — Trinity or Tawhid?
A full structured debate between Mohammed Hijab and David Wood on the core theological question: Is God's nature best understood through the Islamic concept of Tawhid (absolute oneness) or the Christian doctrine of the Trinity? Hosted by York College MSA in New York.
1:48:00Shaykh Uthman vs Captain Tazaryach — Is the Bible the Word of God?
A heated debate between Shaykh Uthman Ibn Farooq (Muslim) and Captain Tazaryach (Hebrew Israelite) on whether the Bible is the preserved Word of God. Shaykh Uthman presents multiple internal contradictions in the Old Testament — including three conflicting accounts of King Saul's death, contradictory ages for King Ahaziah, and irreconcilable genealogies of Jesus in Matthew vs Luke vs 1 Chronicles. The debate concludes with an extensive discussion on underage marriage in biblical tradition, including Rashi's commentary on Rebekah's age and early Christian sources on Mary's age at marriage.
Debate Excerpts (5)
Individual points from debates discussing this topic
“Does the New Testament clearly teach the Trinity?”
Paul's writings treat Jesus as subordinate to the Father — 1 Corinthians 8:6 distinguishes 'one God, the Father' from 'one Lord, Jesus Christ.' In John 17:3, Jesus himself defines eternal life as knowing 'the only true God' — the Father — and Jesus Christ whom he sent, making a clear distinction. Mark 12:29 records Jesus affirming the Shema: the Lord our God is one Lord. Even the Trinitarian proof-text Matthew 28:19 ('baptising in the name of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit') appears in a form that Luke 9:26 and Acts 2:38 contradict.
“What about the 'I AM' claim and Isaiah 9:6 (Emmanuel)?”
Emmanuel means 'God is with us' — it's a theophoric name, not an ontological claim. Hebrew names routinely contain God's name: Elijah ('my God is Yahweh'), Daniel ('God is my judge'). Nobody claims Elijah is literally Yahweh because of his name. Similarly, 'Mighty God' in Isaiah 9:6 is debated — the Hebrew 'El Gibbor' can refer to a mighty hero or ruler. Even if it means 'Mighty God,' the same title is applied to human judges in Psalm 82.
“What about 'Umm al-Kitab' and 'Kalimatullah' (Jesus as Word of God)?”
'Umm' in Arabic does not only mean 'mother' — it means 'origin,' 'source,' 'foundation,' or 'essence.' 'Umm al-Qura' (Makkah) means 'the foundational city,' not that Makkah has a literal mother. 'Umm al-Kitab' means the 'source/foundation of the Book' — the preserved archetype. As for Jesus being 'Kalimatullah': this means he was created by God's command ('Be!' — kun fayakun). He is a word from God in the sense that he came into being by God's direct creative word, not that he is an eternal divine person.
The 'believing faction' in Surah 61:14 refers to those who believed in Jesus's prophetic message — monotheism. They became dominant initially (the Jewish-Christian movement). The later Pauline faction that deified Jesus is what Islam considers the deviation. The Ebionites — Jewish Christians who rejected Jesus's divinity — represent the original 'believing faction.' Their suppression by Pauline Christianity is exactly what Islam says happened: the original message was corrupted.
“If Jesus's original disciples were Jews who believed in monotheism, when and how did they start worshipping him as God?”
This is the key question of historical Christology. The earliest sources (Q source, early Mark) show Jesus as a prophet who prays to God, submits to God's will, and distinguishes himself from God. The christological titles escalate across the Gospels — from 'teacher' in Mark to 'I and the Father are one' in John, the last gospel written (c. 90-100 CE). This is literary development, not historical memory. The disciples never worshipped Jesus as God — that was a gentile Christian innovation under Paul's influence.
Questions (5)
In what ways was Prophet Muhammad ﷺ similar to Moses, as Deuteronomy 18 prophesied?
Deuteronomy 18:18 prophesies a prophet 'like Moses from among their brethren.' When tested against six key biographical criteria, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ matches all six — natural birth, marriage with children, natural death, bringing a new law, worldly leadership, and acceptance by his own people. Jesus (peace be upon him) matches none of the six criteria, making Muhammad ﷺ the unique and precise fulfillment of this prophecy.
Is Jesus God, the Son of God, or a Prophet?
According to both the Bible and the Qur'an, Jesus was a mighty Prophet and Messenger of God — not God Himself nor literally God's son. The Bible records that Jesus prayed to God, called God 'greater than me,' and declared the greatest commandment to be 'The Lord our God, the Lord is one.' The Qur'an honors Jesus as the Messiah, born miraculously, but worships God alone.
What does Islam say about Jesus (Isa)?
Islam reveres Jesus (Isa ibn Maryam) as one of the greatest prophets and the Messiah. Muslims believe in his virgin birth, his miracles, and his return before the Day of Judgment, but do not accept his divinity or crucifixion as understood in Christianity.
What is Original Sin, and does Islam reject it?
Original Sin is the Christian doctrine — most fully developed by Augustine in the 4th century CE — that Adam's transgression in the Garden of Eden passed a state of inherited guilt and moral corruption to every human being, requiring Christ's atoning sacrifice for redemption. Islam firmly rejects this, teaching instead that every human is born in a state of pure fitrah (natural purity), that no soul can bear the sin of another, and that God forgives through sincere repentance alone — without any blood sacrifice. The Hebrew Bible's own prophets — Ezekiel, Jeremiah, Isaiah, and Micah — all explicitly affirm individual accountability and deny that children bear the guilt of their parents.
What was the original message that Jesus preached?
Jesus preached the same message as every Prophet before him: worship the One True God alone. When asked about the greatest commandment, Jesus replied: 'The Lord our God, the Lord is one' (Mark 12:29) — a direct quote from the Old Testament. He never claimed divinity or asked people to worship him. Islam teaches that Jesus confirmed the message of Moses and the earlier Prophets.
Articles (8)
Biblical Prophecies on the Advent of Muhammad ﷺ, the Prophet of Islam
Evidence from the Bible pointing to the coming of the final Prophet
Islamic Research Foundation
The Biblical prophecies on the advent of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ are evidence of the truth of Islam for people who believe in the Bible. This article examines prophecies from Deuteronomy, Isaiah, John, and Genesis that point to a prophet like Moses — from among the Ishmaelites — into whose mouth God would put His words.
Contradictions in the Bible: A Comprehensive Case Study
An evidence-based examination of internal contradictions within the Biblical text
TheOpenQuran Research
The Qur'an states that if a scripture were from other than Allah, people would find within it much discrepancy (4:82). This article presents a comprehensive, categorised examination of over 100 internal contradictions found within the Bible — spanning creation narratives, historical records, genealogies, the life of Jesus, resurrection accounts, and theological doctrines. Each contradiction is presented with exact chapter-and-verse references so readers can verify independently. The Islamic position is not that the original revelations (Torah, Psalms, Gospel) were flawed, but that human transmission has introduced alterations — precisely as the Qur'an warns.
Did Jesus Die for Our Sins? A Biblical and Qur'anic Response
Examining the doctrine of atonement — what the Bible actually says about sin, sacrifice, and forgiveness
Sheikh Ahmad Deedat
The doctrine of atonement — that Jesus died to pay for humanity's inherited sin — is the cornerstone of mainstream Christianity. Yet the Bible itself, in its most direct prophetic statements, teaches the opposite: that sin is personal and non-transferable, that God does not require blood sacrifice to forgive, and that the path to salvation is repentance and righteous action. This article examines the doctrine of Original Sin and its foundation in the sacrifice narrative, the Islamic understanding of Jesus as 'Word of God' and 'Spirit from God,' and what Luke 24 reveals when Jesus himself corrects the misconception that he is a resurrected spiritual being.
Jesus in His Own Words: Bible Verses That Challenge the Claim of Divinity
A systematic look at what the Bible records Jesus saying about himself, God, and the limits of his knowledge and power.
TheOpenQuran Research
Muslims, Christians, and Jews all hold Jesus in esteem — but they disagree profoundly about his nature. This article does not rely on the Qur'an alone. It examines what the Bible itself records Jesus saying about God, about his own limitations, about his need to pray, and about his role as a sent messenger. The evidence — drawn from Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Acts, Hebrews, and the epistles — presents a consistent portrait of a man who was subordinate to God, had limited knowledge, experienced human needs, and directed worship to the Father. This article presents that evidence systematically and acknowledges the Christian interpretive response at each point.
15 Common Misconceptions About Islam — Addressed and Clarified
A comprehensive response to the most widespread myths surrounding Islam, Muslims, and the Qur'an
Compiled from Islamic Scholarship
From headlines linking Islam to extremism to centuries-old myths about the nature of Allah and the status of women, misconceptions about Islam are among the most pervasive in the modern world. This article systematically addresses fifteen of the most common misunderstandings — drawing from the Qur'an, the authenticated Sunnah, and the findings of non-Muslim historians and scholars — to offer a clear, evidence-based clarification for any sincere seeker of truth.
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in the Bible, Torah, and World Scriptures: The Complete Evidence
How the Torah, Gospels, Hindu Vedas, and Buddhist scriptures all prophesied the final Messenger of God
TheOpenQuran Research
Is Muhammad ﷺ mentioned in the Bible, Torah, and world scriptures? Yes — and this is the complete evidence. From Deuteronomy 18:18 and Isaiah 42 to Song of Solomon's 'Muhammadim' in Hebrew, the Gospel of John's Comforter, the Hindu Bhavishya Purana naming him explicitly, the Vedas' Narasansha, and the Buddhist six-criteria prophecy — every major tradition points to one man.
Is Muhammad ﷺ Really in the Bible? The Evidence, the Objections, and the Answers
A rigorous examination of the Quranic claim, the textual evidence, and every major scholarly challenge
TheOpenQuran Research
The Quran explicitly claims that Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is described by name in the Torah and the Gospel, and that Jesus himself predicted him. Critics raise four major objections to the Muslim textual evidence. This article presents the strongest case for each objection — and then systematically answers each one using historical, linguistic, and logical analysis drawn from the work of Dr. Zakir Naik, comparative religion scholars, and the Quran itself.
Original Sin: What the Bible and Qur'an Actually Say
Does the Bible support the doctrine that all humans inherit Adam's guilt? The answer may surprise you.
TheOpenQuran Research
One of Christianity's most distinctive doctrines — Original Sin — holds that Adam's transgression in the Garden of Eden passed a state of inherent guilt and corruption to every human being, requiring Christ's sacrifice for redemption. This article examines that doctrine through two lenses: first, what the Qur'an teaches about human nature (fitrah and personal accountability); and second — crucially — what the Bible's own prophets say about inherited guilt, individual responsibility, and how God forgives. The biblical evidence against inherited sin is direct, extensive, and largely overlooked.
Qur'an Verses (1)
إِذْ قَالَتِ الْمَلَائِكَةُ يَا مَرْيَمُ إِنَّ اللَّهَ يُبَشِّرُكِ بِكَلِمَةٍ مِّنْهُ اسْمُهُ الْمَسِيحُ عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ وَجِيهًا فِي الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةِ وَمِنَ الْمُقَرَّبِينَ
Idh qalat il-mala'ikatu ya Maryamu innallaha yubashshiruki bikalimatin minhu ismuhu al-Masihu 'Isa ibnu Maryama wajihan fid-dunya wal-akhirati wa min al-muqarrabin
“[And mention] when the angels said, 'O Mary, indeed Allah gives you good tidings of a word from Him, whose name will be the Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary — distinguished in this world and the Hereafter and among those brought near [to Allah].'”
Hadith (8)
وَالَّذِي نَفْسِي بِيَدِهِ لَيُوشِكَنَّ أَنْ يَنْزِلَ فِيكُمُ ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ حَكَمًا عَدْلاً
Walladhi nafsi biyadihi la yushikanna an yanzila fikum ibnu Maryama hakaman 'adlan
Narrated by Abu Hurairah
أَنَا أَوْلَى النَّاسِ بِابْنِ مَرْيَمَ، وَالأَنْبِيَاءُ أَوْلاَدُ عَلاَّتٍ، لَيْسَ بَيْنِي وَبَيْنَهُ نَبِيٌّ
Ana awla an-nasi bi ibni Maryam, wal-anbiya'u awladu 'allat, laysa bayni wa baynahu nabiyy
Narrated by Abu Hurairah
لاَ تُطْرُونِي كَمَا أَطْرَتِ النَّصَارَى ابْنَ مَرْيَمَ، فَإِنَّمَا أَنَا عَبْدُهُ، فَقُولُوا عَبْدُ اللَّهِ وَرَسُولُهُ
La tutruni kama atrat an-Nasara ibna Maryam, fa innama ana 'abduhu, fa qulu 'Abdullah wa Rasuluhu
Narrated by Umar ibn al-Khattab
كُلُّ بَنِي آدَمَ يَطْعُنُ الشَّيْطَانُ فِي جَنْبَيْهِ بِإِصْبَعِهِ حِينَ يُولَدُ، غَيْرَ عِيسَى بْنِ مَرْيَمَ، ذَهَبَ يَطْعُنُ فَطَعَنَ فِي الْحِجَابِ
Kullu bani Adama yat'unu ash-Shaytanu fi janbayhi bi isba'ihi hina yulad, ghayra 'Isa ibn Maryam, dhahaba yat'unu fa ta'ana fil-hijab
Narrated by Abu Hurairah
مَنْ شَهِدَ أَنْ لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لاَ شَرِيكَ لَهُ، وَأَنَّ مُحَمَّدًا عَبْدُهُ وَرَسُولُهُ، وَأَنَّ عِيسَى عَبْدُ اللَّهِ وَرَسُولُهُ، وَكَلِمَتُهُ أَلْقَاهَا إِلَى مَرْيَمَ وَرُوحٌ مِنْهُ
Man shahida an la ilaha illallahu wahdahu la sharika lahu, wa anna Muhammadan 'abduhu wa rasuluhu, wa anna 'Isa 'abdullahi wa rasuluhu, wa kalimatuhu alqaha ila Maryam wa ruhun minhu
Narrated by Ubadah ibn as-Samit
تُحْشَرُونَ حُفَاةً عُرَاةً غُرْلاً
Tuhsharuna hufatan 'uratan ghurlan
Narrated by Abdullah ibn Abbas
رَأَى عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ رَجُلاً يَسْرِقُ فَقَالَ لَهُ أَسَرَقْتَ قَالَ كَلاَّ وَاللَّهِ الَّذِي لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ هُوَ. فَقَالَ عِيسَى آمَنْتُ بِاللَّهِ وَكَذَّبْتُ عَيْنِي
Ra'a 'Isa ibnu Maryama rajulan yasriqu fa qala lahu: a saraqta? Qala: Kalla, wallahi alladhi la ilaha illa Huwa. Fa qala 'Isa: Amantu billahi wa kadhdhab-tu 'ayni
Narrated by Abu Hurairah
إِذَا أَدَّبَ الرَّجُلُ أَمَتَهُ فَأَحْسَنَ تَأْدِيبَهَا وَعَلَّمَهَا فَأَحْسَنَ تَعْلِيمَهَا ثُمَّ أَعْتَقَهَا فَتَزَوَّجَهَا فَلَهُ أَجْرَانِ
Idha addaba ar-rajulu amatahu fa ahsana ta'dibaha wa 'allamaha fa ahsana ta'limaha thumma a'taqaha fa tazawwajaha falahu ajran
Narrated by Abu Musa al-Ash'ari