Is it true that a man Mohammed went into a cave and just came out with a book and said it was from God and that's the whole basis of the religion. I am not trying to be facietious or demeaning in any way. I just what to know and don't want to ask my Muslim friends.
2006-10-21 00:17:57 · 18 answers · asked by Jennifer w 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Why shouldn't that be the basis of their religion, christians believe something just as strange
2006-10-21 00:19:33 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Early in the 600s, Mohammed began to follow the ways of Arab seers seeking the spiritual enlightenment. He resorted to the Mount Hira, near Mecca. Soon he claimed to be experiencing visitations from Gabriel, an archangel mentioned by Jews and Christians. Gabriel, he said, appeared to him on behalf of the same God that Jews and Christians worshiped. Mohammed called that God Allah, the Moon God of Arabia. Mohammed proclaimed himself a prophet.
However, Koran itself shows that his knowledge of the Jewish sacred books was shockingly deficient. Not even once in 27 tellings of the Exodus saga did Mohammed include the most integral component of the story Passover.
I am reading the book "Secrets of the Koran" by Don Richardson. I am actually trying to find evidence for Islam being a peaceful religion because I have had an opportunity to get to know wonderful friends who are Muslims. I believe that we are here to learn to love one another.
2006-10-22 02:03:04 · answer #2 · answered by SeeTheLight 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religion is one thing that people believe without asking questions. Islam is a religion which has won followers through threat and violence. Once inside, these people have been used to brainwash others. It is not possible to say or write or even change to other religions once you have converted to Islam. You will be killed. Islam is known to be the most repressve religion. You must also take into account that it is also the religion with highest percentage of illiteracy.
2006-10-21 07:26:31 · answer #3 · answered by the.buster 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you get a Koran which is the their "bible" and read it then you will see why they believe what they believe or at least have a better understanding of what they believe. I do not follow Islam, so I am not sure of what they believe, and i do not think anyone here is going to take the time to explain to you even if you do know. So if really you want to know that is what I suggest you do, educate yourself. One can never gain to much knowledge. Good luck and God Bless
2006-10-21 07:26:40 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try reading 'The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam' by Robert Spencer. Available at Amazon or Barnes and Noble. Educate yourself. Ignorance is not Bliss.
2006-10-21 07:21:08 · answer #5 · answered by dwbehrens1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first of all : Mohamed peace be up on him cant read or write .
he was sitting in a cave just look around him self thinking about who create this .. at the same time his ppl was worshiping the
fetishes or idols and he didn't believe in this crap he sitting away from them until the god (s.w.t) sent the truth to him .
and the qur'an didn't sent to him when he only at the cave at all.
u can learn more about him :
http://islamtomorrow.com/muhammad/
2006-10-21 07:37:47 · answer #6 · answered by Alone 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it is not true and dont wory to ask your friend about you will find a lot of useful information the quran has been sent in 23 year and every moment it has been written down so you could find sth which is not manipulated you can not find two different quran if you arew christian you will find a part about your religion which is respect fut towards maryia one more thing muslims believe christianity part of their sect
at last it worth to read it one time
best wish
2006-10-21 07:27:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not that we believe BLINDLY in what we been taught by our parents and Imam scholars. trust me the choise is always yours. The Holy Quran specifically stated that it challenge non-believers to proof whether or not quran is authentic. laymen says if you believe then proof it. if you believe the quran is wrong then proof it. if you believe that the quran is right then proof it.
Nope the quran didnt magically appear just like that. God give Revelations to Muhammad(PBUH) just like that way Prophet Moses(PBUH) and Prophet ISA(Jesus)(PBUH) did. These people are massenger of GOD.
Being illetarate(his not educated) His subordinate who noted down of what ever did he says. Do take note that it takes years for the whole book to be compiled. God promise that the quran will be protected by HIMSELF The true Creator not by muhammad or anybody else. Muhammad(PBUH) just like any prophets(including Jesus) is just mere messenger. God says that this is his FINAL message to Mankind.
if you are a non muslim reading this. my tips to you is to forget about islam and its believers. Just Think that they are a bunch of idiots(thats what u usually do). But ther this Book in our hands that is so precious more precious then any diamonds or any oil in the world available. That is direct word of GOD, Al'Quran. it has not been change a single stroke for 1400 years. That book can tell you anything and everything you wanna know be it business, banking, personal hyguine and ettiqutte, chemistry, biology, geography, solar system ect. (do take note that Muhammad is UNeducated.)
FACT: do you know that "DAYS" is mention in the entire Quran 7 times. "Weeks" in 4 times and "Months" in 12 times.
Again i say hack care about islam and its followers. Take a look at the Book we holding. That is our ultimate faith!
2006-10-21 08:02:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask your muslim friends... not only will you show an interest in them as a person with beliefs, but you'll get their perspective and a better understanding. be prepared to share your views as well. that's what friends are for.
2006-10-21 07:21:01 · answer #9 · answered by tampico 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Muslims believe for the same reason cristitians believe...childhood brainwashing.
2006-10-21 07:19:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋