first of all,I want to say happy ramadan!
ok,now my question,SADLY I am at a point in my life where i am very confused about religion?what i really would appreciate your help on is this..Im sure most of you are aware of the christians belief that the only way to have a relationship with God is through his son Jesus?in the Quran do they discuss Jesus dying for our sins? I mean in Islam religion,how then do we have a relationship with Allah?
my question is not coming out as understandable as id like it ,but please any insight on this subject would be appreciated,I think you guys probably know what it is i am trying to understand,btw,my husband is muslim,and i have read alot of parts of the Quran and even fast with him during ramadan,I have not converted,as i dont speak arabic and im still confused,I asked him my question but he really has no idea how to explain this to me?? Allah bless you all ,and happy ramadan again!
2007-09-28 11:40:43 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
christina, thank-you very much ''kisses''
2007-09-28 11:54:22 · update #1
what is ''yhwh''?
2007-09-28 12:44:06 · update #2
thank-you all very much,there were so many wonderfull answers I cant possibly choose,I have to put to vote..Allah bless you!!
2007-09-29 14:46:39 · update #3
The Koran denies that Jesus was the son of God( 2:110, 9:30, 17:110, 19:30, 23:91). They deny that Jesus was crucified (4:157).
Please do not convert to Islam until you have examined it very, very closely. You need to read the hadith as well as the Koran, for the hadith, especially Tabari, put the Koran into perspective and context of muhammed's time.
You will read many beautiful things in the Koran. You will also read of many vile things. Do not lose sight that Lucifer was the angel of light, and the master of lies. He will make his message seem very beautiful, very alluring, and very attractive to you. Use our faith and the words of Jesus to strip away the sugar coating and see Islam the way it really formed.
The Muslims will tell you that YHWH and Allah are the same. If you know your Bible well enough to feel you undertsand YHWH, you will recognize that Allah is not the same being. I have recognized Allah from the Bible, by his works and by his words, and it is not YHWH.
Remember that most of Muhammed's own contemporaries rejected him, as did all of the Jews inwhich he came in contact.
Most of the Islamic traditions that they claim corellate with the Bible are obviously a misunderstood interpretation of an illiterate who heard bits and pieces of biblical stories, without really understanding what he heard, and then regurgitated them as best he could to try and cloth himslef in a veil of legitimacy to the group he was trying to court to follow him. Most Muslims who I have met who say this is not so have not read the bible, and couldn't lay hands on a Bible if they wanted to.
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YHWH is the hebrew written word for the name that the Lord gave Moses when he asked him "Who should I tell them sent me?" The literal translation, as rendered in many modern english texts is "I Am" "Tell them I AM sent you." (Exodus 3:13)
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emir abu khalil a: The book, chapter, and verses that clearly define that Jesus is God's son include:
John 1:34, 1:49, 3:16-18, 6:69, 9:35, 10:34, 11:14, 11:27, 20:31
Luke 1:34, 4:3, 4:41, 8:28
Mark 3:11, 5:7, 15:39
Matthew 3:17, 16:16
Numerous references in the various letters which I shan't elaborate unless requested.
John 1:29 The next day John [the Baptist] saw Jesus coming unto him, and said, Behold the Lamb of God, which takes away the sin of the world!
1 John 3:5 And you know that he was manifested to take away our sins; and in him is no sin.
One of the foundations of Christian belief is that Jesus is the Lamb of God, the sacrificial lamb, by whose sufferings the sins of the world are forgiven. Muslims follow a false dogma that rejects Jesus as the lamb of God, and rejects even the crucifixion, suffering, death and resurrection, without which Christianity is meaningless. This may be because Muhammad never read the Bible, he was merely aware of it, and it may be because he was saying exactly what Satan wanted him to say, in order to mislead people from the path, as prophesied:
Mark13:21-22 And then if any man shall say to you, Lo, here is Christ; or, lo, he is there; believe him not: For false Christs and false prophets shall rise, and shall show signs and wonders, to seduce, if it were possible, even the elect.
Matt 7:15-17 Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves. You shall know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? Even so every good tree brings forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree brings forth evil fruit.
Matt 24:11 And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many.
Matt 24:24 For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall show great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
2007-09-28 11:47:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 3⤋
The Quran denies jesus is God. He is nor the son of God. Quran says Jesus is a Prophet or messenger. Quran also says that Jesus was saved from crucifixion.
2007-10-05 03:05:04 · answer #2 · answered by Saphire4 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its a core issue in Islam the relationship with Allah "God" Its called individualism in the west now days. The relationship with Allah is not a collective process each individual have a direct relationship with God un like the early Christians" Catholics" who believe the relationship must start with Jesus "PUOH" and the pop and the rest of the Church order. In Islam no one can save you but God himself and you are free to call up on God any time you want to you do not need a Church order to do it. The protestants got this point from Islam and they never said thank you.
2007-09-28 18:59:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 3⤋
YHWH is the proper name of G-d.
If you read Genesis, you will see the Truth.
G-d made his covenant with Isaac. NOT with Ishmael.
The L-rd blessed Ishmael, but his covenant was not with him.
Genesis 17:19-22
I believe this: Yeshua is the Messiah. He saved my soul, and because of Him, I am an 'adopted' child of Abraham. I worship the L-rd in a jewish tradition through Yeshua.
2007-09-30 18:56:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hi, thank you for asking such a polite question. May God/Allah help you with this search. First of all you are right, Jesus Christ is a Prophet like Prophet Muhammed in Islam who bought the exact same message. The only difference it Jesus Christ(PBUH) did not write the Bible. We as Muslims believe majority of bible is correct but some parts are made up because of Human error including Jesus dying for our sins. We muslims dont believe in original Sin either. We know all sins are our own and we pray to God/Allah for repentance. If you have more questions you can email me. God bless you sister and stay happy!
2007-09-28 18:51:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 5⤋
I would suggest that you first consider that maybe it isn't a religion you're looking for but instead you may want a way of life which is what Islam is. Islam is a 'deen' which translates to a way of life instead of a religion. Prayer five times a day isn't dogma but is instead a way to focus on your submission to Allah. Secondly, visit a Mosque or Islamic center, talk to the prayer leader or Imam.
I won't comment on Jesus except to say that Muslims consider Jesus in high regard. Islam is a peaceful religion and Allah blesses those who submit to Him with peace.
I will pray for you and thanks for the well wishes of Ramadan.
Ramadan Mubarik
2007-09-28 19:16:50 · answer #6 · answered by Ahmad H 4 · 1⤊ 4⤋
Hi dear…..happy Ramadan too…
I'tt do my best to help…but sorry I can't get specific question….but I'll try
At first… Quran don't discuss Jesus dying for our sins…we don't believe in the original sin…( Adam's sin is for him not for me)…we'll be asked for our sins not others.
You know very well how much we appreciate and love Jesus (PBUH)…but no…neither Jesus nor Muhammad died for our sins…
About the relation with Allah ..it's directly…
I'll not give you a lot of Ayas (chapter of Quran) because you know them but you have know that Allah say 2-186
Only ask your god in sincerity and truth and Allah will answer…
No need to any prophet or angel…no monk, no priest or pope…
And it's the most point that I appreciate in Islam….you have directly connection with Allah…if you have a sin don't ask priest or even Jesus to forgive you…only ask your god who me, you, Jesus, and Muhammad are slaves for him.
Now..in this moment you can ask Allah to guide you, to help you…..but remember in sincerity and truth…and Allah will help you….but you have to trust him..
I hope that I ould help…it's the idea in general
To understand it…I'll make small comparison with Christianity
In Christianity you have the original sin, Jesus died for ir and for your own sins…if you want to connect Allah you need a help from priest
In Islam…you have only your own sin….nobody can help you except your self, no one died for other sins 17-15
You can connect Allah directly without help…and you ask him the forgiveness and Allah will forgive you
If you have any question…I'll be glad to answer more and more of your questions…
Sincerely
2007-09-29 10:27:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
hello there,
thank you for asking the questions.. i as a Muslim will try to answer your questions. however, there are few things need to be made clear in answering your questions. i do aware that Christians believe that Jesus is God's son. however, my question here is, on what base and arguments, thus proofs that say Jesus is God's son. may i know the book, chapter, and verses that clearly define that Jesus is God's son?
in Quran, Allah has never mentioned anything about Jesus redeems for the Christians' sins. thus, He has never said anything that anybody could redeem or suffer for others' sins. what is revealed in the revelation is that, everyone is responsible for one's doing. if it's the sins, they would be made responsible for that. if it's the good deeds, Allah shall give the equivalent return accordingly.
since you husband is a Muslim, you may ask him to recite the Quran and find the translation of these verses;
al-Baqarah (2) verse 123; this verses states that on the Day of Judgement, no one will be able to expiate others' sins and no one will be able to take good deeds performed by others, thus everyone is punished and rewarded accordingly.
al-Baqarah (2) verse 286; this verse proves that every action whether it is bad or good will be rewarded accordingly.
al-Ankabut (29) verse 6; al-Isra' (17) verse 15; an-Najm (53) verse 38-39; Yasin (36) verse 54; and Luqman (31) verse 33.
in Islam, there are so many ways to reach and have relationship with Allah. it is stated in the Quran. we do not need to have a relationship with Allah through anything. we can have the relationship straight away to him. Allah said in Holy Quran that on having a relationship with Allah, it is by saying the prayer for He shall answer your prayer (al-Ghafir (40) verse 60). from this verse, it is understood, we do not need something or someone to have relationship with Him. because him alone listen to your prayer. performing the prayer (solah) also is one of the way of reaching Him. solah literally means prayer because when you pray, you recite the Quranic verses. the verses are the prayers to Allah and He responses to each verse you read. there are more ways of engaging in relationship with Allah.
may this answer your question and if you have further question insya Allah, i'm ready to assist you. may Allah bless us all.
2007-09-28 21:56:47 · answer #8 · answered by emir abu khalil a 2 · 1⤊ 5⤋
God is not a thing or person to have a relationship with in the earthly sense, according to Islam.
Because you cannot see Him, hear Him or talk to him like you would to a normal person.
The Quran does not say Jesus died for our sins. Jesus was hated by the society he lived in. God did not allow His holy man to be killed on the hands of the disbelievers. Because God is powerful and merciful.
How do we have a relationship with God in Islam?
By remembering this: 'He is closer to you than your jugular vein'
He sees us. Hears us. Knows us better than anyone or anything and is ALWAYS with us. He doesnt die and He needs not rest.
We are always in His gaze. We have a tie to God whether we like it or not. Some chose to ignore this connection and some dont :)
Allaah says in the Quran, numerous time, that this message, and the messenger are all but reminders.
What does He mean by that?
Reminding us, of our tie to Him. That we owe Him this acknowledgement of the tie that binds us to Him. And to worship Him in the most sincere way. This is the road to happiness, to aknowledge our tie to the Great One. Our Lord. Our Creator. The Source of All.
Hope that helps.
2007-09-28 18:55:01 · answer #9 · answered by Antares 6 · 2⤊ 5⤋
You can have a direct intamate (if I may call it) relation with God. Just like the people who had lived before the time of Jesus.
The Quran tells that Jesus was a great man, who came with a great message from God. Just like Moses, Abraham, & Noah.
In the Quran it says that God is so close to us. He hears all of us and can answer our prayers. He is the most mercyful & most generous. We don't need a go between.
2007-09-28 19:00:13 · answer #10 · answered by Investor 5 · 0⤊ 5⤋