Hi MuslmRose,
I'm sorry but Muhammed cannot be considered a Bible prophet as nothing in the Bible was written by him. The last bible prophet was actually John the Baptist.
The Christian interpretation of the Paraclete is that it is the Holy Spirit. I can see why Islam would interpret it differently, but to ask Christians to do so would be like asking Jews to accept that Jesus was the Messiah!
What you have pointed out is a reference point as to where our faiths have separated, but contains no reason for either Christian or Muslim to change what they believe.
We are all worshipping the creator of the universe, but interpreting his signs in our own ways.
2007-02-26 03:35:49
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answered by dm300570 2
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In Galatians Chapter 1 verse 6-10, the apostle Paul warns Christians against false teaching, indeed verse 8 states "But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel other than the one we preached to you, let him be eternally condemned!".
Islam claims that Muhammad began receiving revelations from God (Arabic: Allah) from the age of 40, delivered through the angel Gabriel over the last 23 years of his life.
This seems to be just what we were warned against.
I do not deny that Muhammad may have been sent by God, but I personally think he got a rather garbled message that conflicts with both the Jewish faith and the Christian faith.
2007-02-26 03:23:44
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answered by Nebulous 6
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Why don't you just give us the verses in the Bible as they are written and let us make our own interpretation rather than listening to yours. You can take verses in the Bible and twist them to say anything that you want. Besides if you think the Bible has any validity to it then why don't you accept the last verses of the Bible which say that we are not to add anything more to it or take anything away from it. You need to either accept what the Bible says or not use it all.
2007-02-26 02:46:26
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answered by oldguy63 7
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I may actually study those things fully ... but its hard macheting ones way through swathes of cleverly constructed lies. Theologians who knowingly lie are going to get into a lot of trouble with God at the last judgement.
I believe you muslims have been sold a lie with the hope (from Satan's perspective) of getting you to share the fallen angels' punishment. Inevitably in taking Mohammed's view you are rejecting God's saviour. Jesus was sent to provide salvation for us. There is no plan B from God. Its necessary to believe in Jesus as who he claims he is to be at all sure of receiving that. You should read the New Testament for yourself and not accept mohammedan theologians' words - "if the blind lead the blind both may fall in the pit". Jesus warns that "the broad and easy way" does not lead to salvation - I know Islam is quite 'easy to do' and doesn't involve having to accept you are sinner in need of grace.
With regard to 'paraclete':
In John 14:16 The paraclete is given to the disciples INCLUDING THOSE SPOKEN TO (in the 30s AD not 600s AD). Also He will be with them forever. Mohammed died in 632 AD I think. It also says in the same verse thats He's the Spirit of Truth, not a man. Also in the next verse it says He will live in the christians, and that can't be said of any human. Mohammed is dead and gone and awaits judgement as all mortals. He is not an all-present Spirit, even as a vague moral influence he plays no part in the lives of christians, as to accept him they would have to disrespect Jesus' and the apostles' teaching.
In John 16:12-15 Jesus says this Spirit of Truth is going to come, and when he comes will guide them into all the Truth.
This coming happened in Acts 2. Its such a dramatic and central event in the early church and so obviously fulfils John 16:13 and Luke 24:49. In each new believer the Holy Spirit comes and makes his home. You would have to deny that that epistle was true to in order to maintain the idea that the paraclete is the mortal, Mohammed. However experientially christians know who the Holy Spirit is, know He came at Pentecost , and have His presence in their lives. Real christians are not fooled as they have the anointing from God - the Holy Spirit - in them.
2007-02-26 05:56:38
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answered by Cader and Glyder scrambler 7
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I am a Christian and my job is to witness Christ, not witness against Muhammad.
The problem with Islam and Catholicism and many other religions is that they depend on people to teach them the way. This never works because when you put your faith in people they lead you astray. All people are sinners.
This is how the Catholic Church got involved in the Crusades and the Inquisition and how Islam became involved in this "Islamic Jihad", following the words, ways and teachings of people.
You have to put your faith in God and God alone. People can encourage you to put your faith in God, but, if a person ever tels you that you have to listen to them or you are sinning, run!!!!
Listen to people and check it out in scripture, then Pray on it. If it fails scripture and the Holy Spirit does not tell you the truth of the scripture it is not of God.
PS: God is the comforter in the form of the Holy Spirit that we may be saved by Grace and not subject to salvation in the Law or the interpretation of the Law by people.
2007-02-26 02:50:41
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answered by Anonymous
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When Christ was about to ascend into Heaven, He stated that He would send another, the Comforter or Paraclete, to aide mankind. This occurred on Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit (also known as the Paraclete) descended on Mary and the Apostles.
Islamics have tried to say that the Paraclete was not the Paraclete, but that Muhammed was it. This is not only incorrect, but it is trying to rewrite a holy scripture.
No offense, but this interpretation invites much sin.
2007-02-26 02:43:34
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answered by Jay 6
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I will not question your faith. As a Christian however, I can only say that I do not agree that the teachings of Islam are correct. The decision however must be yours. May God Bless you in your search.
2007-02-26 02:46:15
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answered by Poohcat1 7
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NO! Muhammad was NOT the last prophet of God in the Bible. Where in the Bible is the name Muhammad, it ISN'T!
The only thing in the Bible which would refer to Muhammad are the scriptures concerning false prophets:
Mat 7:15 Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.
Mat 24:11 And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many.
Mat 24:24 For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if [it were] possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
Mar 13:22 For false Christs and false prophets shall rise, and shall shew signs and wonders, to seduce, if [it were] possible, even the elect.
2Pe 2:1 But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction.
1Jo 4:1 Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
Here are the 2 remaining inexact matches:
Jer 14:14 Then the LORD said unto me, The prophets prophesy lies in my name: I sent them not, neither have I commanded them, neither spake unto them: they prophesy unto you a false vision and divination, and a thing of nought, and the deceit of their heart.
2007-02-26 02:45:58
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answered by Anonymous
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I try to respect people's belief but my respect stops when I disagree with certain claims. I do not believe Mohammed was the last Prophet. I believe we would be condemned as a race if that were true.
2007-02-26 04:28:17
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answered by I'm Sparticus 4
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As far as i know prophet muahmmed is not mentioned in the bible.
2007-02-26 02:52:50
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answered by briggs 5
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