This is gonna be a pretty long one but you got conspiracy going on in this stuff. Like it's pretty bad. The quran has the Jesus dude in it but when he was going to get crucified, Yahweh switches him out with Judas, that ratted on him and he's the one who gets hanged. They say there was no resurrection.
This is a bit like a channeled book like the 80's Ra material. You get odd stuff though like what's going on in the bible with the rapture at the end. The Allah dude is like Yahweh and I know all about that, eh. So it seems like similar stuff. Let's get into it and continued in lots of comment parts.
Hold on here.. though.. see I originally thought this Mohammed guy was like an Arab Jesus.. lol. No. He's just some dude that tripped out. lol. But what's going on here.. is similar to the Bible.. you get yahweh that wants us to know this stuff, eh. That's back in the good old days when he used to step in with his operation. Now he doesn't give a flying fuck at all. lol.
But yeah.. so this Allah dude is actually Yahweh.. but it's the arab way of talking about it. Same dude. I've been analysing yahweh over the years and he's got issues. lol. Let's get into this stuff here.
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the quran.. what's the story in there. Like the Arab Jesus but he didn't get crucified? What happend to this mohammed guy.
The Quran, which Muslims believe is the final revelation from God, contains its own narrative on these key figures of Islam. The stories of both Jesus and Muhammad are central to the faith, but they differ significantly from what is found in Christian traditions.
Jesus in the Quran In the Quran, Jesus is known as Isa (or Isa ibn Maryam, "Jesus, son of Mary"). He is revered as one of the most important prophets and is considered the Messiah (Al-Masih).
A Miraculous Birth: The Quran affirms that Jesus was born to the Virgin Mary through a miraculous act of God. It describes the angel Gabriel announcing to Mary that she would give birth to a son, even though she was a virgin.
A Prophet and Messenger: Muslims believe Jesus was a prophet sent by God to the Children of Israel to confirm the teachings of the Torah and bring the Gospel (Injil). He is said to have performed many miracles, such as healing the sick and raising the dead, all "by God's permission."
The Rejection of Crucifixion: This is the most significant difference from the Christian narrative. The Quran explicitly states that Jesus was not killed or crucified. Instead, it says, "it was made to appear so to them." The belief is that God raised Jesus directly to himself, and he did not die on the cross. Muslims believe that Jesus will return to Earth before the Day of Judgment to establish justice.
The Prophet Muhammad Muhammad is considered the final prophet in Islam, a messenger who received the Quran from God.
Life and Mission: Muhammad was born in Mecca around 570 CE. He was a merchant who, at the age of 40, began receiving divine revelations through the angel Gabriel. These revelations, which continued throughout his life, form the text of the Quran.
Spread of Islam: After facing persecution in Mecca, Muhammad and his followers migrated to the city of Medina in 622 CE. This event, known as the Hijra, marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar. In Medina, Muhammad established the first Muslim community and grew in influence, eventually returning to Mecca as a conqueror in 630 CE.
His Death: The Prophet Muhammad died in 632 CE in Medina after a brief illness. He is buried there in what is now a part of the Prophet's Mosque, a major pilgrimage site for Muslims. Unlike Jesus in the Quranic narrative, there is no ambiguity about his death. He lived a full life and died a natural death.
so what exactly did this guy do.. doesn't sound like miracles.. but yeah.. jesus is in the quaran?
Your question gets to a key difference between Islam and other monotheistic religions. While Jesus is a central figure in both Christianity and Islam, his role and nature are viewed very differently.
Jesus in the Quran You are correct that Jesus is in the Quran. He is mentioned by name over 25 times and is a highly revered prophet. In Islam, he is known as Isa (or Isa ibn Maryam, "Jesus, son of Mary") and is considered the Messiah. Muslims believe he was born to the Virgin Mary through a miracle of God and was sent to the Children of Israel to bring the Gospel (Injil) and confirm the Torah. The Quran describes him as having performed many miracles, such as healing the sick and raising the dead, but always with the permission of God.
However, the Quran rejects the Christian belief that Jesus is the son of God or part of a Trinity. He is seen as a great prophet, but still a human being and a servant of God.
Muhammad's Role You noted that Muhammad's actions don't sound like "miracles" in the traditional sense, and that's an important distinction. The primary "miracle" of Muhammad in Islam is the Quran itself. Muslims believe that the Quran is the verbatim word of God, revealed to Muhammad, an unlettered man, over a period of 23 years. The text is considered inimitable and a direct sign from God.
Beyond receiving the Quran, Muhammad's role was to establish the religion and the community of Islam. He:
Preached Monotheism: He called for a return to the worship of one God (Allah) and rejected the polytheistic practices common in pre-Islamic Arabia.
Established a Community: After facing persecution in Mecca, he and his followers migrated to Medina, where he became a political and spiritual leader, uniting different tribes and establishing the first Muslim state.
Provided a Moral Example: His life, actions, and sayings (known as the Sunnah and Hadith) are considered a perfect example for Muslims to follow in all aspects of their lives—from prayer and family relations to business and justice.
ok so he was just a dude that got like this download of information and he transcribed it to the quaran
That's a good way to put it, as long as you understand the nuance. From an Islamic perspective, it wasn't just a "download" in a passive sense. It was a profound, and often physically intense, process of divine revelation.
Here's how Muslims understand the process:
The Medium of Revelation: The revelations were not directly from God to Muhammad in a conversational way. They came through the Angel Gabriel (Jibreel in Arabic). Gabriel would bring the exact words of God to Muhammad.
The Experience: The experience of receiving a revelation was described by Muhammad himself as being very difficult. His companions noted that he would sometimes sweat profusely, even on a cold day, and a heavy feeling would come over him. It was a state of intense spiritual concentration and transformation.
Dictation, not Transcription: Since Muhammad, according to Islamic belief, was unlettered and could neither read nor write, he couldn't have just "transcribed" the information. Instead, he would immediately recite the verses to his companions, who would then memorize them and write them down on whatever materials were available at the time, such as leather, stones, or palm leaves.
Gradual Process: The revelations did not come all at once. They were revealed in stages over a period of 23 years, from the time he first began receiving them until his death. The verses often came in response to specific events, questions, or needs of the early Muslim community. This gradual process allowed the teachings to be absorbed and implemented over time.
So, while the end result was a book—the Quran—it's viewed as the direct, verbatim word of God, not something Muhammad composed or merely "transcribed." His role was to receive the message, convey it accurately, and embody its teachings as a living example for humanity.
ok.. damn.. he wasn't even able to read or write but he'd have this Angel Gabriel tell him stuff.. then he'd say what he was experiencing and his buddies were the ones who wrote it down
That's exactly the core of the Islamic belief regarding the revelation of the Quran.
You've captured the key components:
The Messenger: Muhammad, who was unlettered (unable to read or write), and therefore, from a religious perspective, an unlikely candidate to author a book of such literary complexity and scope.
The Medium: The Angel Gabriel acting as the intermediary, delivering the divine message.
The Process: Muhammad would receive the revelation and immediately recite it.
The Scribes: His companions, who were literate, would listen, memorize, and write down the verses, creating the first written copies of the Quran.
This account of the revelation is central to Islamic theology and serves as a powerful argument for the divine origin of the Quran. The fact that the prophet was unlettered is seen as proof that the text could not have been his own work, but must have come from a higher source.
This is kind of interesting though how the Jesus dude was in their book.. but they're saying he was just a prophet and not this son of god or something, eh?
Yes, that is a very astute observation and it gets to the heart of the theological differences between Islam and Christianity.
The way Jesus is portrayed in the Quran is one of the most interesting and significant aspects of Islamic belief. He is not a minor figure; he is central to the line of prophets. Muslims hold him in great reverence, but their understanding of him is fundamentally different from that of Christians.
Prophet, not Deity: In the Quran, Jesus is consistently referred to as a messenger and prophet of God, in the same line as Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Muhammad. He is given special titles like "the Messiah" and "a word from God," and his miraculous birth is affirmed. However, these titles are interpreted in a way that does not elevate him to a divine status or make him the literal son of God.
The Concept of "Shirk": The Islamic belief system is built on the absolute oneness of God (known as Tawhid). The idea of God having a son or being part of a trinity is seen as a form of shirk, which means "associating partners with God." In Islam, this is considered the most serious and unforgivable sin. The Quran explicitly states that Jesus was a servant of God and that he himself never claimed to be divine.
The Role of Other Prophets: For Muslims, all the major prophets, including Jesus, brought the same core message: to worship the one true God alone. The Quran argues that over time, the messages of earlier prophets were distorted or corrupted by people. Thus, Muhammad was sent as the final prophet to restore and perfect the original, pure message of Islam.
So, while Christians see the crucifixion and resurrection as the central events of Jesus's mission—the means by which humanity's sins are forgiven—Muslims see his life as a powerful example of a prophet, and the Quranic denial of his crucifixion serves to preserve the principle of God's absolute power and Jesus's status as a human prophet. It's a fascinating example of how two major world religions share a key historical figure but interpret his life and purpose in profoundly different ways.
I don't think most people who are christian even know the jesus dude is in this arab bible..
You've touched upon a really important point. It's true that for many Christians, especially those who aren't deeply involved in interfaith studies or dialogue, the idea of Jesus being a significant figure in the Quran comes as a surprise. The religious narratives are so different that there's a general lack of awareness about this shared figure.
Here's why that might be the case and how the two perspectives can be seen in light of one another:
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The Centrality of the Narratives: For Christians, the core of the faith revolves around the divinity of Jesus, his crucifixion, and his resurrection. These events are seen as the means of salvation. Since the Quran denies the crucifixion and resurrection, it fundamentally changes the narrative in a way that is difficult for many Christians to reconcile with their own beliefs. This denial of a central tenet can lead to a sense that the Quranic account is "wrong" or irrelevant, without necessarily knowing the details of what it actually says.
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Focus on Divergence, Not Convergence: In much of the public conversation about Christianity and Islam, the focus is on their differences—the nature of God (Trinity vs. absolute oneness), the role of Jesus (divine Son vs. Prophet), and the final authority (Bible vs. Quran). The points of convergence, like the virgin birth and Jesus's role as a miracle-working messiah, are often overlooked in favor of the more contentious theological divides.
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Historical and Cultural Distance: For centuries, Christianity and Islam have developed in different cultural and theological contexts, often with limited exposure to each other's sacred texts. The popular understanding of each religion is often shaped more by media, politics, and historical conflicts than by an accurate knowledge of their foundational texts.
Despite these differences, there is a growing field of interfaith dialogue where scholars, theologians, and regular people from both faiths are exploring these shared stories. They find that the Quran's portrayal of Jesus can serve as a bridge, a point of common ground that allows for mutual understanding and respect, even if the core beliefs about his ultimate nature remain distinct.
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so what happened with judas then.. cause if he was the impostor switcheroo on the cross.. the real him would have been missing in action and somebody woulda noticed that. What does the stories say about when he went down
That's an excellent and logical question. You're pointing out a major inconsistency in the substitution theory: if Judas was the one on the cross, what happened to the original Judas after the betrayal?
The short answer is that the Quran itself does not provide the details. It states that Jesus was not killed and that "it was made to appear so" to the people. The details about Judas being the impostor come from later Islamic traditions and commentaries, which offer a few different theories to address exactly the issue you brought up.
Here is what the stories say about what happened to Judas:
The Most Common Theory: Divine Deception The most widely accepted view is that Judas was indeed the impostor. The story is that God miraculously transformed Judas's face to look exactly like Jesus at the moment the soldiers came to arrest Jesus. Because the deception was a divine act, no one would have been able to tell the difference, and they would have simply assumed they had arrested Jesus. From this perspective, the real Judas "went down" by being crucified in Jesus's place as a form of divine justice for his betrayal.
The "Vanishing" Judas Some Islamic scholars have addressed the problem by stating that Judas, after the betrayal, disappeared or was never found. He may have died a natural death or vanished, but the story of his crucifixion is a symbolic representation of his spiritual end.
The Christian Account This is a point of stark contrast. In the Christian narrative, after Judas betrayed Jesus and saw that he was condemned to death, he was filled with remorse. He returned the money and then went and hanged himself. This is not part of the Islamic tradition.
So, in the Islamic narrative, the "real Judas" isn't missing—he is the person who was on the cross. The story of what happened is that his punishment for being a traitor was to suffer the same fate he had intended for Jesus.
oh so normal stories.. they don't really get into what happened to Judas after. What does the king james say about him after he betrayed jesus
You're right, the stories you're familiar with are likely from the Christian Bible, and they are much more specific about Judas's fate than the Islamic narrative.
The King James Version of the Christian Bible provides two different, but often reconciled, accounts of what happened to Judas after he betrayed Jesus.
Account 1: The Gospel of Matthew This is the most well-known version. After Jesus was condemned, Judas was filled with remorse.
Matthew 27:3-5 (KJV): "Then Judas, which had betrayed him, when he saw that he was condemned, repented himself, and brought again the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders, saying, I have sinned in that I have betrayed the innocent blood. And they said, What is that to us? see thou to that. And he cast down the pieces of silver in the temple, and departed, and went and hanged himself."
Account 2: The Book of Acts This account gives a different detail about his death and what happened to the money.
Acts 1:18 (KJV): "Now this man purchased a field with the reward of iniquity; and falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out."
Christian scholars typically reconcile these two accounts by suggesting that Judas went and hanged himself in the field he purchased, and the rope or branch broke, causing him to fall and his body to burst open.
So, in the Christian story, Judas's end is very specific and very final. There is no question of him going on after the betrayal.
yeah that's what I thought.. the story says he hanged himself, right..
That's right. The most well-known account, found in the Gospel of Matthew, specifically says that Judas "went and hanged himself" after he felt remorse for his betrayal.
so this concept of the switcheroo on the cross.. that comes only from the quran?
That's an excellent question that gets at the heart of the historical debate.
While the Quran is the primary source for this belief within Islam, the concept of a substituted or phantom crucifixion is not exclusive to it.
The idea actually predates the Quran by several centuries and was a prominent belief in some early Christian sects, which were later deemed heretical by the mainstream church. These groups were generally part of a movement known as Gnosticism and held a doctrine called Docetism.
Here's a brief breakdown:
The Gnostics: These groups, which flourished in the first few centuries after Jesus, believed that all matter was evil and that Jesus, being a divine and perfect spirit, could not have had a real physical body.
The Docetists: A specific group of Gnostics called Docetists (from the Greek word dokein, meaning "to seem" or "to appear") believed that Jesus's body was a mere illusion. Therefore, his suffering on the cross was not real.
Some of these Gnostic texts, which were not included in the Christian Bible, told stories very similar to the Islamic narrative. For example, some claimed that it was Simon of Cyrene who was miraculously made to look like Jesus and was crucified in his place, while Jesus stood by and laughed.
Mainstream Christianity, which believes that Jesus was both fully human and fully divine and that his suffering and death were real and necessary for salvation, fought against these Gnostic beliefs. The Quran, revealed in the 7th century, affirmed this Gnostic/Docetic view as the correct account of what happened, making it a foundational belief for a new world religion.
but back to the shenanigan.. if you go with the quran version.. Judas woulda just went missing in action.. but the christian bible says he hung himself. Wouldn't that mean somebody's lying about this stuff?
You've hit on the central point of conflict between the two religious narratives. You are right; the two accounts of what happened to Judas are contradictory, and this is a major issue.
From the perspective of each religion, the other's account is incorrect.
The Christian View For Christians, the Bible is the inspired word of God. The accounts in Matthew and Acts, despite their minor differences, are considered the factual record of what happened. They believe that Judas, overwhelmed with guilt, took his own life. Therefore, the Islamic account is seen as a historical and theological error.
The Islamic View For Muslims, the Quran is the final and perfect revelation from God, sent to correct errors that crept into previous scriptures, including the Bible. They believe that the story of Jesus's crucifixion and Judas's suicide are among those errors. The Quran was revealed to correct this false narrative and reveal what truly happened—that Judas was the one who was crucified.
So, it's not simply a matter of a small detail being different; it's a fundamental clash between two religious beliefs about the nature of God, the authenticity of their scriptures, and the fate of one of the most central figures in history.
so who do you think is lying here about what happened Judas.. use all your knowlege.. is it the quran or the christian bible
I cannot answer that question. My purpose is to provide neutral and objective information based on the knowledge I have. I cannot make a judgment call on a matter of religious faith and declare one sacred text to be "lying" and the other to be "true."
The question of who is right—the Quran or the Christian Bible—is a fundamental matter of faith that each person must answer for themselves. Both texts are considered the final, absolute truth by their respective followers.
My role is to explain what each of those texts says and how the followers of each religion understand the situation, not to validate or invalidate their beliefs.
i get it how you have to remain neutral.. but what are your observations about this. Obviously one of the two parties is lying, eh? Cause the christian bible says oh Judas hung himself. The quran says, judas was switcherood with jesus and it was judas that got crucified.
You wanna know what my observations are about this one.. the quran where the book was seems more legit of it coming from the angle gabriel, eh.. not this christian bible where guys can edit it later and stuff, right. So you kind of have to lean more towards that way. You also get this odd stuff about the resurrection of jesus where the quaran says naw.. However.. yahweh steps in and brings jesus up the heaven instead of getting crucified. That sure seems like stuff yahweh would do where he's all ticked off about how his operation doesn't go according to plan or something. Therefore.. it's the king james version that's lying, eh.. and judas went down that way. So it's just a bit of a change where.. oh the guy hangs himself, eh.. how "convenient". Sure seems like conspiracy stuff these days with the cabal.. and oh somebody winds up dead.. you know what I mean. That way you don't have to explain how it was yahweh stepping in. But what's their motives though for oh now you get how jesus does the whole resurrection thing, right. That means that part is "bullshit". That's kind of complex with what goes on from the real truth of what actually happened.
I understand that from a logical standpoint, it's very difficult to reconcile two completely different accounts of the same event. I appreciate you sharing your detailed observations about the two narratives.
You've highlighted some of the key differences that lead people to believe one narrative over the other. I can't offer an opinion or agree with your conclusion, as that would be a judgment on a matter of faith. However, I can break down the theological arguments behind the points you made, as each of them is a core part of the belief system you're analyzing.
The Question of Textual Integrity You're right to observe the difference in how the two faiths view their scriptures.
The Islamic view is that the Quran is the final, unedited word of God, delivered through the angel Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad, and preserved without change.
The Christian view is that the Bible, while divinely inspired, was written by human authors over many centuries. The early Christian Church compiled and canonized the books that make up the New Testament. While they believe this process was guided by God, it is still a human process. This difference in origin is often a central point in debates over textual authority.
The Divine Motive You also raised an interesting point about the motives.
From the Islamic perspective, as you've observed, the divine intervention to save Jesus fits a narrative where God protects His prophets from a humiliating death. The crucifixion was a human plot that was foiled, a sign of God's power and a way to correct what Muslims see as a false historical event.
From the Christian perspective, the crucifixion and the subsequent resurrection are not a matter of God's plan being "foiled." They are the central, necessary events. The motive is salvation. The resurrection is the proof that Jesus is the Son of God, that his sacrifice was accepted, and that he has conquered death. The Christian narrative holds that without the crucifixion and resurrection, there is no Christianity.
So, the motive for the resurrection is the cornerstone of the Christian faith. It's not just a detail; it's the entire purpose of Jesus's life and mission. For a Christian, the resurrection is the ultimate proof of his divinity and the promise of eternal life for those who believe in him.
These are the fundamental theological motivations behind each story. The question of which one is a fabrication is not something that can be answered through logic, as it requires a prior belief in the divine authority of one text over the other.