Jews are referred to as "people of the book"/ children of Israel. As for the whole "pigs and monkeys" myth linked to this verse from the Quran:
{Say: Shall I inform you of (him who is) worse than this in retribution from Allah? (Worse is he) whom Allah has cursed and brought His wrath upon, and of whom He made apes and swine, and he who served the Shaitan; these are worse in place and more erring from the straight path.}(Al-Ma’idah 5: 60)
This verse was addressed to some Jews who have deviated from the path of Allah (swt) and Allah (swt) punished them just like He punished other people who submitted to Him then showed rebellion and ungratefulness. Allah's (swt) punishment is not exclusive to Jews who disobey Allah (swt) but Christians, Muslims, ...etc.
If you've read the Quran there is a lot for praise for Jews who obeyed Allah (swt) and followed Moses and were rightous:
*{O Children of Israel! call to mind the [special] favor which I bestowed upon you, and that I preferred you to all others [for My message].}* Surah 2, verse 47
45:16 AND, INDEED, [already] unto the children of israel did We vouchsafe revelation, and wisdom, and prophethood; and We provided for them sustenance out of the good things of life, and favoured them above all other people [of their time].
2:62 Those who believe (in the Qur'an), and those who follow the Jewish (scriptures), and the christians and the Sabians,- any who believe in Allah and the Last Day, and work righteousness, shall have their reward with their Lord; on them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.
So, Allah really doesn't discriminate based on ethnicity/religion rather deeds. Specifically saying they are not all the same (Jews).Those who disobey Allah (swt) and do wrong are criticized and punished/promised punishment. Those who were rightous and pleased Allah (swt) were praised. Allah is to judge.Any story mentioned is for Muslims and mankind to learn from and be aware not to fall in the same mistake others did. Those Muslims who address Jews like that are acting unIslamic, as it's racist. Not all Jews disobeyed Allah nor suffered that punishment. Nor does one carry the sin of their ancestors in Islam. Those Muslims who call Jews children of "pigs and monkeys" are ignorant and are in wrong with this unjust labelling. The Quran addresses Jews as "people of the book" or "children of Israel" so did Mohammed. We should follow the the Quran and Mohammed's practice of it not ignorant Muslims.
peace unto you
2006-09-08 13:49:22
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answer #1
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answered by gsumayya 3
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No. Like with the Christian Bible, there are SOOO many stuff contained in the Qur'an that are SOOO misinterpreted and twisted to coach Islam into an evil faith in the previous the eyes of the international...
2016-09-30 11:56:49
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answer #2
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answered by bungay 4
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No, not at all.
I seriously don't know why some people are saying yes?!!!
I bet they're just haters who never even touched the Qoran.
The Sandy Be... is making stuff up too!
WOW
2006-09-08 13:04:15
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answer #3
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answered by Anonymous
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Thank you so much for corresponding with Ask about Islam.
One could fall into serious misconceptions if he or she picks a word out of context such as “Jews as pigs”, and jump to the conclusion that the Qur’an describes all Jews alone, past and present, as pigs, and then proceed to make three further jumps: The Qur’an is racist, Arab Muslims (who are mainly Semite) are anti-Semitic, and, finally, Islam is a violent anti-peace doctrine.
In the verse which gives the meaning of:
*{Say: Shall I inform you of (him who is) worse than this in retribution from Allah? (Worse is he) whom Allah has cursed and brought His wrath upon, and of whom He made apes and swine, and he who served the Shaitan; these are worse in place and more erring from the straight path.}* (Al-Ma’idah 5: 60)
The meaning of the word swine (or pigs in other translations) should be explained in the context of the complete verse. Similarly, the verse should be interpreted in the context of the whole surah, and the whole issue should be understood in the framework of the whole Book (Qur’an) and the message (Islam). Further, one should be fully aware of historical facts and be alerted of common (forcibly publicized) stereotypes.
The reference in the verse is obviously to some who acted in a mischievous manner towards God, His messages, and Messengers. The rationale behind cursing some for their sinful stances and deeds could be gradually unfolded if you read through the preceding verses which give the meaning of:
*{O you who believe! do not take for guardians those who take your religion for a mockery and a joke, from among those who were given the Book before you and the unbelievers; and be careful of (your duty to) Allah if you are believers. And when you call to prayer they make it a mockery and a joke; this is because they are a people who do not understand. Say: O followers of the Book! do you find fault with us (for aught) except that we believe in Allah and in what has been revealed to us and what was revealed before, and that most of you are transgressors?}* (Al-Ma’idah 5: 57-59)
Objective in-depth reading of the chapter and other parts of the Qur’an leads logically to the following:
The words “monkeys and pigs” here are not to scold or revile these persons; rather, they express condemnation of their deeds. They do not condemn a specific race or a whole race, but only those whose mentality and conduct are as described. So, it is their deviation from the proper divine guidance that makes such individuals deserve to be turned into monkeys (behaving thoughtlessly) and pigs (neither bashful nor shy of wicked acts).
The deviations and blunders for which they deserved such severe descriptions are not only those referred to in Surah 5 (Al-Ma’idah) of the Qur’an, but are expounded in more details in Surah 2 (Al-Baqarah). Further examples can be traced in other scattered locations of the Qur’an, from which you can form a long list.
In listing these deviations, the Qur’an does not so much aim to discredit Jews or Christians as it serves five of the major objectives of Islam:
1. Emphasize the unity of the message of God which He sent to all His prophets and messengers, starting with Adam then Nuh (Noah), Ibrahim (Abraham), Musa (Moses) and `Isa (Jesus); ending with Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon them all), and including all genuine prophets of God.
2. Remind mankind that all the messages of all the prophets prior to Muhammad have been tampered with: either lost, compromised with pagan beliefs, or intentionally distorted. Revealed texts were either neglected, modified, or replaced with human texts given the status of “holy” books.
3. Offer Islam—as presented in the Qur’an and the detailed guidance of the Last Messenger—to be the final universal message to mankind. Thus it was to be (and has been) preserved unchanged to the end of time.
4. Keep a permanent reminder and warning to those who accept Islam, not to repeat the mistakes of some of the followers of previous messages.
5. Present Islam as a universal message and an open invitation to all nations and all generations. Being a universal message, Islam does not recognize superiority for a particular race, color, or language; nor is it based on wealth, social status, or personal talents. Superiority is based only on sound faith, sincere obedience to God, pious behavior, and positive competition in all types of charity and good deeds. It is only along these scales that people are differentiated in Islamic law and in the Hereafter.
Applying the guidance of this unique book, the Qur’an, the global nation of Islam was like a crucible, in which all races, cultures, and environments were fused into one unprecedented “global civilization.” It was the only genuine “global system” of unity, equality, justice, and welfare ever witnessed on this earth.
If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to ask. Thanks.
2006-09-08 16:46:24
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answered by BeHappy 5
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Negative, dude. Although in Us magazine it does say that John Mayer dumped Jessica!
Priorities, homeboy!
2006-09-08 12:58:03
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answer #5
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answered by Anonymous
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The koran is satans bible
2006-09-08 13:10:35
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answer #6
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answered by Beavis 2
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No.
If you're really curious, buy a Koran and read it - you can find at most bookstores, including Chapters.
2006-09-08 12:59:33
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answer #7
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answered by Anonymous
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Not just Jews, but ALL unbelievers. The Koran says, I quote, "Fight the Unbelievers who gird you." Now, does fight mean 'argue' or 'battle'? Ask any Muslim cleric, and he will say "The Unbeliever must be killed or convert".
Trust in Jesus.
He is the Only Way!
-The Sandy Beach Bum
2006-09-08 12:55:40
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answered by The Sandy Beach Bum 2
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No
What Poki Poki said. I didnt recall it earlier.
2006-09-08 12:56:13
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answered by Anonymous
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no it doesn't refer to all Jews.
it tells a story about those who broke the sabbath and went against what God told them to do so he punished them and turned them into apes.
NOT ALL JEWS ONLY THOSE WHO DISOBEYED GOD.
peace.
2006-09-08 12:58:08
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answered by Anonymous
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