Is Islam One with God?
Islam began in 610 CE, when Prophet Muhammad received his first revelation in Mecca, according to Islamic tradition. This event is considered the starting point of Islam, as it marks the beginning of the divine revelations that would later become the Quran.
Note: Many years after Christ
Mecca, or Makkah, is the holiest city in Islam, located in the western region of Saudi Arabia. It's the birthplace of Prophet Muhammad and the location of the Kaaba, Islam's most sacred shrine, which is the center of the Great Mosque (Masjid al-Haram). Mecca is also the destination for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, a mandatory journey for able-bodied Muslims who can afford it.
Note: Matthew 24:26; Jesus says “Therefore if they say to you, ‘Look, He is in the desert!’ do not go out; or ‘Look, He is in the inner rooms!’ do not believe it.
Does the Prophet Muhammad come from the desert?
While Prophet Muhammad was born in the city of Mecca, which is located in the desert, it's important to clarify that he wasn't born in the desert itself. Mecca is a mountainous town in the high desert plateau of western Arabia. He was raised in the desert, as it was common practice to send infants to live with Bedouin families, according to Islamic tradition.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Place of Birth:
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Prophet Muhammad was born in Mecca, a town known for its bustling trade and religious significance.
Desert Environment:
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Mecca is situated in a mountainous desert plateau, making it a desert city, but not the desert in the traditional sense.
Early Life in the Desert:
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As a young infant, Prophet Muhammad was sent to live with a Bedouin family in the desert as part of a common practice. This practice was believed to promote the health and resilience of children.
Later Life:
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He later returned to Mecca and continued to live there until his emigration to Medina.
Note: 1 Corinthians 13:1-4 says If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.
As I've examined, some verses in the Quran, such as 47:4, or 9:29, directly tell them to kill the people who reject Islam or God. I found this kind of disturbing, considering that Islam is supposed to believe in the one true God and follow the image of God, and welcome all people, and if the Quran is the word of Allah himself, God can punish people himself because he is the creator.
Note: For Example- In the story from Genesis, the King of Egypt, Pharaoh, was not actively prevented from sleeping with Abraham's wife, Sarah. Instead, the Bible tells that God intervened to protect Sarah. God caused Pharaoh to be stricken with sickness and disease until Sarah was returned to Abraham. This was because God had a promise to Abraham and Sarah about having a son, and He intervened to keep them together.
Killing in the Name of Islam is wrong? Matthew 24:28 Wherever there is a carcass, there the vultures will gather.
Note: 1 John 3:15 says. Anyone who hates a brother or sister is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life residing in him.
Is Islam The Second Beast of Religion That Kills? You Decide.
The Islamic conquests, also known as the Arab conquests or Early Muslim conquests, refer to the military expansion of the Islamic Caliphate following the death of the Prophet Muhammad in 632 CE. This period saw the rapid expansion of Arab Muslim power beyond the Arabian Peninsula, establishing a vast empire that encompassed territories across Asia, Africa, and Europe. The conquests were fueled by a combination of military strength, religious fervor, and the political circumstances of the time.
Key Aspects of the Islamic Conquests:
Rapid Expansion:
The conquests were characterized by swift and significant expansion, particularly during the Rashidun Caliphate (632-661 CE), and later under the Umayyad Caliphate (661-750 CE).
Military Success:
Arab armies, often led by skilled commanders like Khalid ibn al-Walid, achieved decisive victories, conquering territories like Persia, Syria, and Egypt.
Political and Religious Factors:
The rise of Islam and the desire to spread its message played a significant role in the conquests. Simultaneously, the political instability and weakened states of the Byzantine and Sasanian empires also contributed to the ease of conquest.
Diverse Territories:
The Islamic conquests encompassed a wide range of territories, including parts of the Middle East, North Africa, the Iberian Peninsula, and Central Asia.
Impact and Legacy:
The conquests brought about significant changes, including the spread of Islam, the establishment of new political structures, and the transformation of existing societies.
Major Conquests:
Conquest of Persia (633-651 CE):
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The Sasanian Empire was defeated, leading to the incorporation of Persia into the Islamic Caliphate.
Conquest of Syria (634-638 CE):
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The Byzantine Empire's control over Syria was broken, and the region was brought under Arab rule.
Conquest of Egypt (641-642 CE):
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Egypt was swiftly conquered and remained under Muslim rule ever since.
Conquest of North Africa (647-709 CE):
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The Maghreb region, west of Egypt, was progressively brought under Islamic rule.
Conquest of the Iberian Peninsula (711 CE):
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The Visigothic Kingdom in Spain was conquered by Arab and Berber forces, leading to the establishment of the Umayyad Caliphate in al-Andalus.
Does Muslim or Islam match the character or Image of God?
Since Islam went on its conquest, how many people has it killed?
Note: Matthew 24:7-11: Jesus says, Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of birth pains.
Note: This has happened since Jesus left the earth.
“Then you will be handed over to be persecuted and put to death, and you will be hated by all nations because of me.
Note: Things to Consider: Islam Kills Christians, or All Nations hate Black people, so they kill them or enslave them.
At that time, many will turn away from the faith and will betray and hate each other, and many false prophets will appear and deceive many people.
Note: Turn away from the Son of Man to join Islam, then they betray their brother who believes in Jesus.
Note: This has happened since Jesus left and is still happening. Islam is killing Jesus followers.
Does Islam match God's Character? How many nations and people follow this Religion?
Note: James 1:27 says. Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.
Quran Addresses Murder:
The Quran addresses murder as a grave offense and emphasizes the sanctity of human life. It states that taking a life, unless it's in the case of murder or for spreading mischief in the land, is as if one has killed all of humanity.
Here are some key points regarding the Quran's perspective on murder:
Sanctity of Life: The Quran emphasizes the sacredness of human life, considering it a gift from God that must be respected and protected.
Prohibition of Unjust Killing: Killing an innocent person is strictly forbidden and considered a major crime.
Consequences of Intentional Murder: The Quran warns of severe consequences in the hereafter for intentional murder, including eternal hellfire and divine wrath.
Punishment in This Life: Islamic law (Sharia) provides for the death penalty (Qisas) as a possible punishment for intentional murder, but it also strongly encourages forgiveness or acceptance of blood money (Diyya) as alternatives.
Discouragement of Revenge: While retaliation (Qisas) is an option, forgiveness is encouraged, and the victim's family is given the choice to pardon the perpetrator or accept compensation.
Contextual Understanding of Verses Related to Violence: Some verses in the Quran that seem to address violence are understood to be relevant within specific historical and military contexts, particularly in self-defense against aggressors. These verses do not justify the killing of innocent civilians.
It's important to note that the interpretation of specific verses related to violence and punishment in Islam is complex and subject to differing perspectives among scholars and within various schools of thought.
Quran addresses murder and the Bible addresses murder, so why do Muslims and Christians Murder and hate? Those who do such a thing don't belong to God, because God is love.
