Another prophecy which Muslim scribes apply to Muhammad is that of Jesus regarding the coming of a “helper” or “comforter”. Says Ali, in his footnote comment on Sura 3:81: “In the New Testament as it now exists Muhammad is foretold in the Gospel of St. John 14:16; 15:26; and 16:7. The future Comforter cannot be the Holy Spirit as understood by Christians, because the Holy Spirit already was present, helping and guiding Jesus.”
However, note that Jesus said that his going away would make his apostles orphans, but not for long, as the “spirit of truth”, the paraclete, the “helper” or “comforter”, was to come. He further told them that they would be baptized with this spirit of truth “not many days after this” and that they were to remain in Jerusalem until this spirit came. Surely all these promises and commands would not make sense if the apostles were to wait six centuries until Muhammad came.
Would be interested to know what you think?
2006-12-08 18:36:52 · 5 answers · asked by Emma 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Gospel of John chapter 16 verse 7:
"Nevertheless I tell you the truth; it is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you".
"Ahmed" or "Muhammad" meaning "the one who praises" or "the praised one" is almost the translation of the Greek word Periclytos. In the Gospel of John 14:16, 15:26, and 16:7. The word 'Comforter' is used in the English translation for the Greek word Paracletos which means advocate or a kind friend rather than a comforter. Paracletos is the warped reading for Periclytos. Jesus (pbuh) actually prophesised Ahmed by name. Even the Greek word Paraclete refers to the Prophet (pbuh) who is a mercy for all creatures.
Some Christians say that the Comforter mentioned in these prophecies refers to the Holy Sprit. They fail to realise
that the prophecy clearly says that only if Jesus (pbuh) departs will the Comforter come. The Bible states that the Holy Spirit was already present on earth before and during the time of Jesus (pbuh), in the womb of Elizabeth, and again when Jesus (pbuh) was being baptised, etc. Hence this prophecy refers to none other than Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).
2006-12-08 18:44:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 5⤋
Is muhammed a spirit? No, I dont think so. ALso the Holy spirit was with Jesus, but he didnt embody all believers in Christ until Pentecost
2006-12-09 02:43:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 2⤋
Intro's got it right on. Amen my brother in Christ
2006-12-09 02:46:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
You are correct about the Jesus mentioning the coming of Pophet Muhammad
Mankind’s need for the Messengers:
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=13957&ln=eng
Who was Muhammad(peace and blessings of Allah be upon him)
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=500&ln=eng
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=11575&ln=eng
Evidence for the truth of the Prophethood of Muhammad
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=2144&ln=eng
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These are about him being mentioned in the Bible.
Muhammad (peace be upon him) in the bible
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=10116&ln=eng
Is the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) mentioned in the Bible?
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=44018&ln=eng
Foretelling of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) in the Bible
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=185&ln=eng
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More questions and answer about the Prophet Muhammad-His Biography:
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=376&ln=eng
This is a really good book. It also has some points from non-muslim scientist etc. www.islamguide.com
http://www.searchtruth.com/chapter_display.php?chapter=1&translator=5
The Holy Qur’aan
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=10197&ln=eng
Evidence that the Qur'aan is the Word of Allaah
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=13804&ln=eng
Who wrote the Qur’aan and how was it put together?
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=10012&ln=eng
The revelation of the Qur’aan in seven styles (ahruf, sing. harf)
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=5142&ln=eng
Texts of the Revelation which confirm that Islam is a divinely-revealed religion
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=84352&ln=eng
http://www.angelfire.com/il2/islamicpage/science
Guidelines of the true religion
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=9607&ln=eng
Is there a Creator of this universe?
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=4548&ln=eng
The creation of man:
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=13286&ln=eng
The Lord of the Worlds
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=14010&ln=eng
Mankind’s need for religion
http://islamqa.com/index.php?ref=14055&ln=eng
Contact epyon000@hotmail.co.uk
http://www.amaana.org/ismailim.html
2006-12-09 15:14:15 · answer #4 · answered by Mr Stick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.muslimsonlypage.com
2006-12-09 02:40:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋