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A Look at ISLAM

A Look at ISLAM. An Overview of What Muslims Believe & Practice. ISLAM … Second in a Series. Last lesson, presented an overview of Islam This lesson, review last week’s lesson and put forth some contradictions between the Bible and the Koran Also, some contradictions within the Koran

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A Look at ISLAM

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  1. A Look at ISLAM An Overview of What Muslims Believe & Practice

  2. ISLAM … Second in a Series • Last lesson, presented an overview of Islam • This lesson, review last week’s lesson and put forth some contradictions between the Bible and the Koran • Also, some contradictions within the Koran • Our desire should always be for the truth (John 8:31,32; 17:17)

  3. ISLAM • One of the fastest growing religions today • The correct name of the religion of Mohammed • Many false ideas exist about Islam • This is the 2nd largest religion in the world • This is the religion of many in the US, as well as in Eastern countries like Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, India, Saudi Arabia, etc. • The Islam of Iraq is not exactly the same as that of India or Africa, but they agree on Allah and Mohammed • What if true? Would you/I change? • Overview lesson on the religion of Muslims

  4. ISLAM… • Islam today is comprised of two principle schools: Sunni (90%) & Shi’ite (10%) • The minority school is the very militant, aggressive • In addition, there are millions of Muslim mystics are called Sufis • Also, we are aware in US of the dominant militant, predominantly black, belligerent movement • Believes the Koran/Quran/Qu’ran is God’s final revelation to man

  5. ISLAM…Mohammed’s life • Also spelled Muhammed/Muhammad • Mohammed was born in Mecca & illiterate • Claimed revelations from angel Gabriel • Married to many women…even a 9 year old slave girl • Exception to marriage law for Mohammed (only up to 4 wives allowed by Koran) • Lived from approximately ca 570-632 AD

  6. ISLAM…On God • The God of Islam is referred to as “Allah” • Muslims believe in this one and only God • This is NOT the God of the Holy Bible, for Muslims teach that the God of Christians is a pagan, false god (idol) • Scholars agree that pre-Mohammed, Allah was but one of the pagan deities of the pre-Islamic Arabic pantheon (collection of gods) and not even the central deity

  7. ISLAM…On Jesus • Claim to believe in the true Jesus Christ • Teach that Jesus is a prophet of God • Believe that Jesus is not God/deity • Teach that Jesus did not die on the cross for the sins of the world • Advocate that Jesus was not raised from the dead • Believe Mohammed is a superior prophet than Jesus in giving the final revelation from God in the Koran (Quran)

  8. ISLAM…On the Holy Bible • Muslims believe that Allah gave numerous revelations, including the Old and New Testaments, as well as the Koran • Teach that the Bible is filled with many errors, having been corrupted by Christians • Therefore, the Bible to the Muslim is not trustworthy

  9. ISLAM…On The Koran • Quran literally means reading or recitation • Muslims accept only the Koran as the Word of God today • The Koran was not written by Mohammed, as he could not read or write • Mohammed wondered at first whether these revelations were from God or devil (jinn = evil spirit) • Later, decided from God speaking to him in Arabic • The Muslims like to say that it is not possible to translate the Koran • There are 114 “suras” (like chapters) that make up the Koran

  10. ISLAM…Basic Beliefs • 6 Essential Beliefs/Articles of Islamic Faith • Faith in Allah • Angels • The Holy Books • The Prophets • Predestination • The Day of Judgment

  11. ISLAM…5 Fundamental Duties • Known as Pillars of Religion (obligatory) • Reciting the creed of Islam • Prescribed daily prayers (5) • Month of fasting – Ramadan • Giving of alms to the poor • Pilgrimage to Mecca • Jihad (optional to some): Holy War

  12. ISLAM…It’s Influence • 2nd largest religion in Europe, 3rd in US • Claims to be the fastest growing religion • Over 50% of people in countries on three continents are Muslims • In ’74 in France, only 1 mosque; now 1600+ • Powerful influence politically, militarily, and very aggressive

  13. ISLAM… Two Propositions • In October ’74, brother Hiram Hutto met Dr. Salah El Dareer in B’ham, AL in debate • “Jesus the Messiah is the only begotten Son of God, was crucified for the sins of the world, and the New Testament is God’s final revelation.” • “The advent of the Prophet Mohammed is clearly foretold in both Old and New Testaments, and the Koran is God’s final revelation.”

  14. The Koran vs. The Holy Bible Which are we to believe???

  15. Is the Koran inspired of God? SINCE • Jesus promised the apostles they would be guided into all truth Jn. 16:13 • The apostles rec’d all truth 2 Pet 1:3 • Paul preached whole counsel of God Acts 20:27 AND • If we go beyond the teaching of Christ, we don’t have God 2 Jn 9 • If we preach another gospel, we are accursed of God Gal. 1:6-9 • We must not add to nor subtract from (Rev 22:18,29) because “the faith was once delivered to the saints” Jude 3 THERE IS NO ROOM FOR THE KORAN!

  16. There is no NEED for the Koran SINCE • The gospel of Christ is for every creature (Mk 16:15), in every nation (Mt 28:19) and is to last until the end of the world (Mt 28:20), and • In Christ we are “complete” (Col 2:10), and • The scriptures furnish us completely unto every good work (2 Tim 3:16) There is no need for any additional revelation: not the Koran, the Book of Mormon, Mrs. Ellen G. White, nor any other. QUESTION: What TRUTH does the Koran reveal that Jesus and the New Testament failed to reveal? It is clear, therefore, that there is no need for the Koran. When we consider that the Koran denies the sacrificial death of Jesus, ignores His resurrection, and perverts the very nature of God and His Son, we have no use for the Koran. THE NEW TESTAMENT IS FINAL!!!

  17. A Comparison … NEW TESTAMENT KORAN - Jesus wrote nothing - He promised Holy Spirit to guide apostles - They taught publicly & privately - Different copies arose - Compare, collate, collect - Originals not in existence Now - Our copy authentic? Yes! - Mohammed wrote nothing - No such promise - He taught publicly & privately - Different copies arose - Compare, collate, collect and burn all the rest!!! - Originals not in existence Now - Our copy authentic? Yes!

  18. Koran contradicts Old Testament 1 KORAN OLD TESTAMENT Noah Abraham Lot’s wife Potiphar Joseph All Saved Gen 7:1-5 Did not leave him Gen 11:32; Gen 12:4; Acts 7:4 Did not stay behind Gen 19:16 Potiphar not home Gen 39:16 Put Joseph in prison Gen 39:20 Imprisoned for resisting Potiphar’s wife Gen 39:20 Joseph tells interpretation Gen 41:4-13 Son drowned 11:42-43 Left his father 6:75; 19:47ff Stayed behind 26:171 Potiphar near door 12:25-29 Urged Joseph forgive her 12:29 Imprisoned for resisting a group of women 12:30-34 Cupbearer tells interpretation 12:43-49 Pharaoh’s Dream

  19. Koran contradicts Old Testament 2 KORAN OLD TESTAMENT Joseph Moses Reveals 2nd visit Acts 7:13 Pharaoh’s daughter Ex. 2:2-8 7 Daughters Ex. 2:16-19 God appears after 40 years Acts 7:30 Reveals self @ 3rd visit 12:70-82 Pharaoh’s people pick up Moses & P. wife urges Pharaoh not to kill him 28:7-13 Met in Midian by 2 of Jethro’s Daughters 28:23 God appears after 10 years 28:25-29 (Moses’ family with him and in the valley 20:10; 27:7f) Pharaoh became a believer at the Red Sea. Body only saved 10:90 Moses Moses Pharaoh

  20. Koran contradicts New Testament 1 KORAN NEW TESTAMENT John Baptist Marriage Marriage Divorce Divorce Opponents Oaths Silent 9 mos. Lk 1:13,20,24,57f 1 Wife – 1 Husband I Cor 7:2 No Marriage there Lk 20:35 1 reason Mt. 19:9 Married for life Rom 7:2 Love enemies Mt 5:44 Swear not at all Mt. 5:34; Jas 5:12 Father silent 3 days 3:41 Polygamy encouraged 4:3 In Paradise 52:20; 44:54 Easy – many reasons 2:229-232 Exchange wife 4:20 Kill them 8:38-41; 9:29; 61:4 Permitted 66:2; 2:224-225 (Even permitted to break some)

  21. Koran contradicts New Testament 2 KORAN NEW TESTAMENT Sacred Months Jesus Jesus Retaliation Condemned Gal 4:10; Col 2:16 Is God’s Son Mt 16:18; 2 Pet 1:17 Was crucified Lk 23:33 Turn other cheek Mt 5:39 Observe 9:36; 5:2 Not God’s Son 9:130; 19:135 Not crucified 4:157-159 Commanded 3:140; 9:130

  22. Koran contradicts Koran KORAN VERSUS KORAN No compulsion in religion 2:256 If anyone desires a religion other than Islam…never will it be accepted of him 3:85 Christ did die 19:33 Fight and slay the pagans wherever ye find them… 9:5,29 Any who believes in God whether Jews, Christians, or Sabians shall have their reward with the Lord 2:62 Christ did not die 4:157

  23. Koran and the “worst sin” Which is REALLY the “worst” sin? • Lie against God 7:37 • Falsely claim inspiration 6:93 • Reject Him and His signs 8:22; 6:21 • Polytheism 4:48 Good, better, best - Bad, worse, worst

  24. ISLAM…References • The Facts on Islam, by Ankerberg & Weldon • The Hutto – El Dareer Debate • Introduction to Islam, by Dr. Muhammed Hamidulla • Inside Islam, by Reza F. Safa • Understanding Islam, by Yahiya Emerick • The Koran, translated by N J Dawood • The Meaning of the Glorious Koran, an explanatory translation by Mohammed Marmaduke Pickthall

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