When did Islam start?

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    augustine72posted 12 years ago

    I want to know when Islam started? Did Muhammad start it or did it exist before Muhommad?

    1. Paul Wingert profile image61
      Paul Wingertposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Look it up. You know how to do research, right?

    2. pisean282311 profile image61
      pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      @augustine historically all proven facts turns out that Islam began with muhammad....though belief of muslims which is not backed by any fact is islam was first religion on earth and religion of abhraham...but god called allah is never uttered by abraham, moses,noah or jesus in any recorded way....allah existed pre islam and was one of pagan gods which muhammad adopted to persue his religion...

      1. mischeviousme profile image60
        mischeviousmeposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        Sufism predates the jewdaic traditions by a few hundred years and was the national religion of the Persians, until they converted to islam. The conversion occured somewhere around 50-100AD, though there is no definitive date.

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          augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

          "The conversion occured somewhere around 50-100AD"

          SO did Islam exist 50-100 AD? But some say Islam was started by Mohammad and he lived in 1400s!!

          1. mischeviousme profile image60
            mischeviousmeposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            I thought islam broke free from judaism somewhere before the christian bible was written, cir; 12AD.... I could be wrong. But before there were any such thing as muslims, there were sufis...

    3. ARSHAD MAJID profile image79
      ARSHAD MAJIDposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Being a Muslim I have almost no knowledge of Paganism but I can tell you the Islamic perspective over the history of Islam. According to Quran, it is nothing but an extension of what was already sent before via other prophets-- Abraham, Moses, Jacob, Jesus etc.

      One of the requirements of being a Muslim is to believe in the coming of books that came before Quran on other prophets. In Quran God promises that this book will never be changed with a single word till the end of times like others, which were altered. Moreover as the human kind progressed-- it needed a more detailed 'code of life' called Shariah in Arabic-- as to how different matters in life have to be resolved.

      Islam infect believes in one God and considers it the Creator such that all the other life and material forms as His creation.

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        augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

        ok So I made a mistake. Muhammad was born in around 570 AD. But when did the Quaran come down in writing.

        1. ARSHAD MAJID profile image79
          ARSHAD MAJIDposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          The Quran was the book that came on Muhammad over a period of 23 years bit by bit and was saved on hides of animal but more importantly was memorized by thousands of the followers and was revised five times a day during prayers-- during the times of Muhammad as well as till today. Muslims who knew the book by heart may now number in millions. The Muslim prayer is infect reciting of Quran in which the prayer leader recites, while others listen or even correct if he makes a mistake. Even if all the copies of Quran are destroyed, Quran will still be safe in the hearts of millions of Muslims scattered all over the World.

        2. Breener Zein Ryan profile image60
          Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          Conclusion:

          Quran is the only book, religious or secular, on the face of this planet that has been completely memorized by millions. These memorizers range from ages 6 and up, both Arabic and non-Arabic speakers, blacks, whites, Orientals, poor and wealthy.

          Thus the process of memorization was continuous , from Prophet

          Muhammad's (S) time to ours with an unbroken chain.

          "The method of transmitting the Quran from one generation to the next by having he young memorize the oral recitation of their elders had mitigated somewhat from the beginning the worst perils of relying solely on written records..." relates John Burton (12)

          "This phenomenon of Quranic recital means that the text has traversed the centuries in an unbroken living sequence of devotion. It cannot, therefore, be handled as an antiquarian thing, nor as a historical document out of a distant past. The fact of hifz (Quranic Memorization) has made the Qur'an a present possession through all the lapse of Muslim time and given it a human currency in every generation never allowing its relegation to a bare authority for reference alone" reflects Kenneth Cragg (13)

          1. Greek One profile image65
            Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            Did Mohamed force his young wives to perform the 'oral recitation of their elders'?

            1. Breener Zein Ryan profile image60
              Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years agoin reply to this

              Please go and read his biography he had only one young wife the rest were widows / old / and others were married to bring good ties to clans like he did marry jewish girl too ...

              he was with only one wife for a period of 2o plus after she died in history then he got married to other wives for so many reasons ..Greek please have time and read about him you will get to understand there time and there political /culture systems ..its totally not what we hear from people who are scared by media and how we perceive ...its totally different story ..

              you need to read both sides ....critical and other side then you decide with logic explanation ...

              am off from here now ...

              Thank you for your time

              1. Greek One profile image65
                Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

                he had only one young wife...


                wow... what a justification

    4. MichaelGallinger profile image60
      MichaelGallingerposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      It is said (by Muhammad) that Islam started when the religion started. Logically it started with Muhammad.

      1. ARSHAD MAJID profile image79
        ARSHAD MAJIDposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        Depends how you like to look at it as for me-- my graduation started when I went to school the first day but technically, it started when I started University. But both views are right in their own way.

        Actually Islam or Mohammad never claimed that he brought a new religion-- infect he only brought a new Shariah (Code of Life), which was an improved version of the Shariah of the Jews. He only said that his Shariah which is basically Quran will stay unchanged till the End of Times. He told that he is infect another (also the last) prophet in the chain of prophets/messengers of God. His job was to deliver the Quran as well as to show the teachings in practice in his life. Muhammad endorsed the title given to Jesus by God which is ( The Spirit of God). Muhammad never even said that he will come back to the World again but infect told that Jesus will come back before the End of Times. He even warned that before Jesus, the anti-Christ will come with extra-terrestrial  powers to make you believe that he is Jesus. But don't get him mixed with Jesus as he (Dajjal / Lucifer)  will be the greatest deceiver of deceivers.

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          augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

          But why Jesus of all the prophets? Why would someone fake him as the anti-christ?

          1. ARSHAD MAJID profile image79
            ARSHAD MAJIDposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            Very good question indeed, but I have a better one, why an impostor would tell this to his followers? What did he gain by telling this to his followers?

            1. forall profile image61
              forallposted 12 years agoin reply to this

              I like your answers Arshad Majid.

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              augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

              I would like to know the answer to that question also.

              1. ARSHAD MAJID profile image79
                ARSHAD MAJIDposted 12 years agoin reply to this

                Some questions are better left unanswered as any answer may only limit the possibilities.

                However two things, I would like to mention here regarding the coming of Jesus. One that since Jesus was not killed according to Quran so, he has to come and taste death. According to Quran, every soul that God created, has to taste death.

                Other one is; Christians and Muslims together comprise the majority of world population. The only major point of disagreement between them is the status of Jesus (son or prophet). Therefore, Jesus when he comes will remove this confusion. After than the majority will follow the same religion and most of the people will be united.

                I would not like to answer my question regarding why Muhammad mentioned the coming of Jesus instead of himself--  and rather leave it on people to try their own logic.  We all are in search of the truth and curiosity is the key.

        2. MichaelGallinger profile image60
          MichaelGallingerposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          Intriguing... Nice answers Arshad.

  2. Shanna11 profile image72
    Shanna11posted 12 years ago

    My Classical Civilization textbook has the Islamic era starting around 661 AD with the first dynasty called the Umayyads. It says "They ruled from their capital at Damscus in Syria until they were overthrown by the Abassids" The Abassids were another Islamic group. The Muslims captured Jerusalem from the Byzantines (the Christians) in 638 and built the Dome of the Rock to commemorate that triumpth. Muhammad is believed to have been born about 570 AD and began to receive revelation from God about 610. 622 is what my textbook dates as the beginning of Islam. So Muhammad started Islam, but Arabs obviously existed well before that. It was actually the existing Arabs that chased Muhammad out of Mecca. He settled in Medina and there started Islam. 

    This is "Gardner's Art Through the ages" by Fred S. Kleiner (BYU custom 13th edition)

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      jomineposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      To add,
      by mixing Jewish religion with Arianism with traditional Arab religion.

  3. Greek One profile image65
    Greek Oneposted 12 years ago

    I believe it started last Friday.... but it could have been earlier in the week

    1. pisean282311 profile image61
      pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      @greekone u shuld start ur religion...greek one present 5061st religion of the world...

      1. Greek One profile image65
        Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        oh the orgies we would have with our spiritual leader!

  4. Breener Zein Ryan profile image60
    Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years ago

    Islam and Muslims

    The name of this religion is Islam, the root of which, Silm or Salam, means peace. Salam is also part of the greeting of peace among Muslims. In addition, one of the beautiful names of God is As-Salam, meaning "The Peace." The word, however, means much more than just "peace." It means submission to the One God, as well as to live in harmony with other people and with the environment. A Muslim is, therefore, any person, anywhere in the world, whose obedience, allegience and loyalty are to God, Lord of the Universe, and who strives to live in accordance with God's laws.

    About Muhammad :

    Muhammad was chosen by God to deliver His Message of Peace, namely Islam. He was born in 570, C.E.* in Makkah, Arabia. He was entrusted with the Message of Islam when he was at the age of forty years. The rvelation that he received is called the Qur'an, whi9le the message is called Islam.

    Muhammad is the very last Prophet of God to mankind. He is the final Messenger of God. His message was and is still to all of mankind, including the Christians and Jews. He was sent to those religious people to inform them about the true mission of Jesus, Moses, David, Jacob, Isaac and Abraham.

    Muhammad is considered to be the summation and culmination of all the prophets and messengers that came before him. He purified the previous messages from adulteration and completed the Message of God for all humanity. He was entrusted with the power of explaining, interpreting and living the teachings of the Qur'an.

    Some Islamic Principles

    A. Oneness of God:

    He is One and the Only One. He is not two in one or three in one. This means that Islam rejects the idea of trinity or such a unity of God which imnplies more than one God in one.

    B. Oneness of mankind:

    People are created equal in front of the Law of God. There is not superiority of one race over another. God made us of different colors, nationalities, languages and beliefs so as to test who is going to be better than others. No one can claim that he is better than others. It is only God Who knows who is better. It depends on piety and righteousness.

    C. Oneness of Messengers and the Message:

    Muslims believe that God sent different messengers throughout the history of mankind. All came with the same message and the same teachings. It was the people who misunderstood and misinterpreted them. Muslims believe in Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Ishmael, Jacob, Moses, David, Jesus and Muhammad. The Prophets of Christianity and Judaism are indeed the Prophets of Islam.

    D. Angels and the Day of Judgement:

    Muslims believe that there is a Day of Judgement when all people of the world throughout the history of mankind till the last kay of life on earth, are to be brought for accounting, reward and punishment.

    E. Innocence of Man at Birth:

    Muslims believe that people are born free of sin. It is only after they reach the age of puberty and it is only after they commit sins that they are to be charged for their mistakes. No one is responsible for or can take responsibility for the sins of others. However, the door of forgiveness through true repentance is always open.

    F. State and Religion:

    Muslims believe that Islam is a total and a complete way of life. It encompasses all aspects of life.

    As such, the teachings of Islam do not separate religion from politics. As a matter of fact, state and religion are under the obedience of Allah through the teachings of Islam. Hence, economic and social transactions, as well as educational and political systems, are a part of the teachings of Islam.

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      augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      What is the authenticity of Muhammad and his claim. Are we to blindly take his word for it?



      How to we know this?  Do we believe it just because he said so?



      But the Bible endorses the trinity. If Muhammad was a prophet of God why is he teaching against the written word of God?



      What is the guarantee that the Muslims have not misinterpreted the message? 



      The Bible was written in Hebrew. In Hebrew the word used for God in Genesis 1 is "el-o-heem". That is not God's name. In Exodus 6:3 God reveals His name as "yeh-ho-vaw"

  5. Breener Zein Ryan profile image60
    Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years ago

    About God Known Allah :

    Allah, the One and Only God

    Allah is the name of the One and Only God. Allah has ninety-nine beautiful names, such as: The Gracious, the Merciful, the Beneficent, The Creator, The All-Knowing, the All-Wise, The Lord of the Universe, The First, The Last, and many others.

    He is the Creator of all human beings. He is the God for the Christians, the Jews, the Muslims, the Buddhists, the Hindus and all others, including those who do not even believe in Him. Muslims worship God, and put their trust in Him as they seek His help and guidance.

    Does it Mean God?

    The word "Allah" is the perfect description of the "One God" of monotheism for Jews, Christians and Muslims!

    Is "Allah" only for Islam and Muslims?
    [No! It is for All Three Abrahamic Faiths.]

    "Allah" is the same word used by Christian Arabs and Jewish Arabs in their Bible, centuries before Islam came.

    On page one [1] of Genesis in the Old Testament, we find the word "Allah" seventeen [17] times.

    Every hotel and motel has a Bible. Next time you see one look in the introduction, you will find samples of the different languages they have translated. For Arabic they have translated the verse in the New Testament in Arabic from the famous verse in the Gospel John 3:16 -

    "For God so loved the world..."
    - and the word the translators used in Arabic for "God" is the very same word used by Muslims around the planet, "Allah."
    Where Does the word "Allah" Come From?

    "Allah" comes from the Arabic word "elah"a god' or something worshiped. - (Arabic) means '

    This word (elah) can be made plural (gods), as in "aleha" and it can be male or female just as the word in English can be "goddess."

    "Allah" comes from "elaha" but it brings more clarification and understanding.

    Allah = Has no gender (not male and not female)
    "He" is used only out of respect and dignity - not for gender
    Allah = Always singular - Never plural
    "We" is used only as the "Royal WE" just as in English for royalty
    Allah = Means "The Only One to be Worshipped"

    1. Jesus was a hippy profile image60
      Jesus was a hippyposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      The koran tells you to kill non believers if they stand up for themselves when you try to take over their town and mohammed married a 6 year old CHILD and had sex with her when she was only 9.

      That kind of rains on your parade a bit.

      1. arksys profile image77
        arksysposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        "The age of consent in both English and continental law seemed to be particularly elastic when property was involved or family alliances were at stake. For example in 1564, a three year old named John was married to a two year old named Jane in the Bishop's Court in Chester, England. Though Shakespeare set his Romeo and Juliet in Verona, the fact that Juliet was thirteen probably reflects the reality in England. Her mother, who was twenty-six, calls her almost an old maid."

        more on 2 and 4 year old marriages in the west here -
        http://www.faqs.org/childhood/A-Ar/Age-of-Consent.html

        it has a bibliography so you can check the sources youself.

  6. Breener Zein Ryan profile image60
    Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years ago

    Why so Many Religions?

    If there is only one God, then why are there so many religions?

    All religions originated with Allah and then people began to add or take away from the teachings so as to take control over each other.

    This day, those who disbelieved have given up all hope of your religion, so fear them not, but fear Me. This day, I have perfected your religious Way of life for you, completed My Favour upon you, and have chosen for you to surrender and submit to me in peace as your religious way of life..
    [Noble Quran 5:3]

    Allah does not force anyone to submit to Him. He has laid out a clear path and then made it known to them the two ways (Heaven or Hell). The person is always free to make his or her own choice.

    There is no compulsion in religion. Verily, the Right Path has become distinct from the wrong path. Whoever disbelieves in taghut (false gods and false worship) and believes in Allah, then he has grasped the most trustworthy handhold that will never break. And Allah is All-Hearer, All-Knower.
    Allah is the Wali (Protector or Guardian) of those who believe. He brings them out from darkness into light. But as for those who disbelieve, their Auliya (supporters and helpers) are Taghut [false gods and false worship.], they bring them out from light into darkness. Those are the dwellers of the Fire, and they will remain there forever.
    [Noble Quran 2:256-257]

    There is no compulsion in the way of "Islam." Whoever chooses to worship Allah without partners and is devoted to Him and is obeying His commands as much as possible has grasped the firm handhold that will never break. Whoever denies God and chooses some other way to worship or not to believe at all, for them there is an eternal punishment that is most horrible (Hell).

    People began to separate into different groups due to their rejection of truth and denial of clear proofs becoming evident to them from their Lord.

    And the people of the Scripture (Jews and Christians) differed not amongst themselves until after clear evidence came to them.
    And they were not commanded anything more than this; to worship Allah, alone (without making partners with Him in worship) and establish regular devotional prayers and pay the charity due to the poor; and this is the correct Way (way of life and religion). [Noble Quran 98:4-5]

    Allah warns the Muslims not to fall into the same trap as the people before them, by disputing with each other and separating into different religious groups:

    And be not as those who divided and differed among themselves after the clear proofs had come to them. It is they for whom there is an awful torment.
    On the Day (i.e. the Day of Resurrection) when some faces will become white and some faces will become black; as for those whose faces will become black (to them will be said): "Did you reject Faith after accepting it? Then taste the torment (in Hell) for rejecting Faith." [Noble Quran 3:105-106]

    People lied about the revelations, changed their scriptures and abused and even murdered the prophets whom Allah sent to them.

    And verily, among them is a party who distort the Book with their tongues (as they read), so that you may think it is from the Book, but it is not from the Book, and they say: "This is from Allah," but it is not from Allah; and they speak a lie against Allah while they know it.
    It is not (possible) for any human being to whom Allah has given the Book and Al-Hukma (the knowledge and understanding of the laws of religion, etc.) and Prophethood to say to the people: "Be my worshippers rather than Allah's." On the contrary (he would say): "Be you Rabbaniyun (learned men of religion who practice what they know and also preach others), because you are teaching the Book, and you are studying it." [Noble Quran 3:78-79]

    Prophets of Allah only ask people to worship Allah, as One God without partners. They would never ask people to worship them or anyone or anything else. Allah tells us in the Quran:

         Nor would he (a messenger of Allah) order you to take angels and Prophets for lords (gods). Would he order you to disbelieve after you have submitted to Allah's Will?
    [Noble Quran 3:80]

    Man made religions are an abomination before the Lord and will never be accepted.

    Do they seek other than the religious way of life of Allah (the true Islamic Monotheism worshipping none but Allah Alone), while to Him submitted all creatures in the heavens and the earth, willingly or unwillingly. And to Him shall they all be returned. [Noble Quran 3:83]

    Allah will only accept true submission, obedience and in purity and peace to His commandments.

    And whoever seeks a Way of life other than submission and surrender to Allah's Will (Islam), it will never be accepted of him, and in the Hereafter he will be one of the losers.
    [Noble Quran 3:85]

    To believe in Allah and follow His Commandments has been the message of all prophets of monotheism.

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      augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Then why are people dealt with so severely when they choose to leave ISlam?



      If you claim to believe Jesus here are some questions.

      Jesus said "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." Joh_14:6. Do you believe this? 

      Jesus said "It is finished:" while He was was dying on the cross. Joh_19:30 . Do you believe this?

      What about this:  "I am come in my Father's name, and ye receive me not: if another shall come in his own name, him ye will receive." Joh_5:43

      1. ARSHAD MAJID profile image79
        ARSHAD MAJIDposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        augustine 72: I think the media should be given all the credit for making people believe that "people are dealt severely, when they choose to leave Islam". I don't remember any incident in any Muslim country where someone was executed for leaving Islam. There may be some exceptions but this is not a human rights issue that has any magnitude for us to worry about it.

        Regarding John 14.6 -- well; we don't disagree with many things in the Bible as when he was there, off-course he was the way to God/Father/Creator.

        We as Muslims believe that since Bible is translated and the original language in which it came died long time ago, the meanings of certain sentences were willingly or unwillingly put such-- that one feels that Jesus was the begotten son of God. Thank God that the word begotten (biological) was removed from the bible now after few hundred years. I wish the damage caused by this word can also be nullified.

        If you look at Christianity itself; you will find that on one hand, Jesus is considered as the son of God and on the other, all humans are called the children of God-- thus making Jesus, one of our brothers which is exactly what Islam says.

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          augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

          The verse actually says Jesus is the only way to God. Do you believe this?



          But this is a baseless claim. What evidence do you have for this?



          A study of the Bible will show that there were two different words were used when referring to Jesus as the Son and others as the son. So a distinction is made there although in some modern translations this is not clear.

          Also on Old Testament there is mention that God has a Son. And it is also clear that this does not refer to all men there. Dan_3:25, Psa_2:7,
          Psa_2:12.

          I feel that Islam teaches Christianity incorrectly to make it look like the Islam teaching does not disagree with the Christian faith.

          1. pisean282311 profile image61
            pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

            @augustine claim of Islam is that christianity hijacked jesus and manipulated his teachings...

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              augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

              What is the basis of this claim?

              1. pisean282311 profile image61
                pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

                @augustine basis is muhammad himself...islam considers muhammad to be in touch with god through Gabriel...

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                  augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

                  That is muhammad's claim. How do you believe that muhammad is authentic in his claims?

                  1. pisean282311 profile image61
                    pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

                    @augustine when did i say muhammad was authentic or not authentic....i am simply stating what islam claims

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                  augustine72posted 12 years agoin reply to this

                  Sorry that question was actually for Breener Zein Ryan.

  7. Greek One profile image65
    Greek Oneposted 12 years ago

    I am writing an ebook that explains the real origins of Mohammed...
    Essentially he was a guy who wanted to wage war and mate with pubescent wives.   I think it will be very big seller, as it includes carefully drawn caricatures of Mohammed in compromising positions.

    As a little teaser for you... Chapter 4 includes a tidbit proving that the phrase 'Peace be Upon Him" stems from the practice his followers adopted of providing Mohammed with a young virgins while. While doing so, they would often instruct his servants to make sure they "Put this piece of #%@% upon him"

    1. Jesus was a hippy profile image60
      Jesus was a hippyposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      I hope you're going to cover the part where he ordered the slaughter of the Jews

      big_smile

      1. Greek One profile image65
        Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        That comes under the Chapter "Mohamed's Master Plan to Get Free Bagels and Hebrew Girls"

        1. forall profile image61
          forallposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          Do you often write about the things that you ignore?

          1. Greek One profile image65
            Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            just say you want a copy of the ebook and stop begging

            1. forall profile image61
              forallposted 12 years agoin reply to this

              You will do a good craps seller smile

              1. Greek One profile image65
                Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

                ... but don't you have to study years to be an Imam?

                1. forall profile image61
                  forallposted 12 years agoin reply to this

                  To be an Imam, 1st, you have to believe. Well, before talking about beliefs, I think respect and politesse need no religion. I advise you to start with this smile

                  I can't waste more time, sorry. "To us our deeds, and to you yours; peace be to you: we seek not the ignorant."

                  1. Greek One profile image65
                    Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

                    oh, sorry to be rude... didn't mean to knock down your twin towers, as the saying goes..

                    I guess was just following the example set by Mohamed against the 'infidels'.  Poor role model, I suppose.

                    You may not seek out the ignorant, but your prophet sure sought out the young at heart... and body

  8. Breener Zein Ryan profile image60
    Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years ago

    With regard to the issue of her being young and your being confused about that, you should note that the Prophet Muhammad  grew up in a hot country, the Arabian Peninsula. Usually in hot countries adolescence comes early and people marry early. This is how the people of Arabia were until recently. Moreover, women vary greatly in their development and their physical readiness for marriage.

    Back then it was normal to marry.For some one to understand about Muhammad you should try to read the biography of him and his lifestyle ..

    I recommend the book :

    The 100: A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History
    Revised and Updated for the Nineties
    by Michael H. Hart


    About Others claim that the noble Prophet (peace be upon him) indulged in child-abuse when he married Aisha at her young age.

    Let scrutinize this allegation…

    Definition of Child Abuse:

    Child Abuse, also called CRUELTY TO CHILDREN, the willful and unjustifiable infliction of pain and suffering on children. The term can denote the use of inordinate physical violence; unjustifiable verbal abuse; the failure to furnish proper shelter, nourishment, medical treatment, or emotional support; incest; other cases of sexual molestation or rape; and the making of child pornography. Frequently described by the medical profession as the "battered-child syndrome," abusive treatment of children is almost universally proscribed by criminal statutes. Child abuse can have serious future consequences for the victims involved. Delays in physical growth, impaired language and cognitive abilities, and problems in personality development, learning, and behavior are common following instances of child abuse or neglect.Encyclopedia Britannica, 1998


    Comment: None of the criteria of child-abuse applies to the noble life of the Prophet (pbuh). There is no single incident of any infliction of pain and suffering by the prophet on Aisha or any other human being for that matter. Neither any instance of verbal or sexual abuse can be concluded from the relationship of the prophet with Aisha ® or any of his wives.

    An abused child can have serious future consequences…delayed physical growth, impaired language..learning and behavior…etc (above definition). As one examines the chaste life of Aisha ®, her personality, physical, mental and spiritual development are all contrary to that of an abused child. In fact through the Prophet’s marriage and his guidance to Aisha, history testifies that she should be labeled not as an abused child but as a ‘blessed child’.

    After analyzing and refuting the accusations against the noble character of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), the only viable alternative left with us is:
    C. The Prophet married Aisha for the benefit of Islam and Humanity.

    Lets analyze…


    The Prophet married Aisha primarily for three reasons:
    To reinforce the friendly relations already existing with Abu Bakr (his closest companion).
    To educate and train Aisha so she may serve the purposes of Islam.
    To teach her to utilize her capabilities for the sake of Islam.
    Her Marriage with the prophet was a Wahi (Divine Revelation). She, herself relates from the Prophet, ‘He said, "I saw you in dreams three times. The angel brought you to me and you were clad in white silk. He (the angel) said that it was your consort and he (angel) showed me by opening your face. You are just like that…" Sahih Muslim, Vol.2, p.285.


    Aisha ® was born after her parents had embraced Islam. Therefore, she was free from the defilement of polytheism right from her birth.


    In her youth, already known for her striking beauty and her formidable memory, she came under the loving care and attention of the Prophet himself. As his wife and close companion she acquired from him knowledge and insight such as no woman has ever acquired.


    Aishah lived on almost fifty years after the passing away of the Prophet. She had been his wife for a decade. Much of this time was spent in learning and acquiring knowledge of the two most important sources of God's guidance, the Quran and the Sunnah of His Prophet. Aishah ® was one of the three wives (the other two being Hafsa ® and Umm Salamah ®) who memorized the Revelation. Like Hafsa ®, she had her own script of the Quran written after the Prophet had died.


    So far as the Hadith or sayings of the Prophet is concerned, Aishah ® is one of four persons (the others being Abu Hurrah, Abdullah ibn Umar, and Ana ibn Malik) who transmitted more than two thousand sayings. From her, 2210 Hadith have come, out of which 174 Hadith are commonly agreed upon by both Bukhari and Muslim. Many of her transmissions pertain to some of the most intimate aspects of personal behavior which only someone in Aishah’s position could have learnt. What is most important is that her knowledge of Hadith was passed on in written form by at least three persons including her nephew Urwah who became one of the greatest scholars among the generation after the Companions. It is the claim of the Scholars of Islam that without her, half of the Ilm-I-Hadith [knowledge, understanding of the Hadith (and Islam)] would have perished.


    Many of the learned companions of the Prophet and their followers benefited from Aishah's knowledge. Abu Musa al-Ashari once said: "If we companions of the Messenger of God had any difficulty on a matter, we asked Aisha about it."

    "Yahya related to me from Malik from Yahya ibn Said from Said ibn al-Musayyab that Abu Musa al-Ashari came to Aishah, the wife of the Prophet, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, and said to her, "The disagreement of the companions in a matter which I hate to bring before you has distressed me." She said, "What is that? You did not ask your mother about it, so ask me." He said, "A man penetrates his wife, but becomes listless and does not ejaculate. "She said, "When the circumcised part passes the circumcised part ghusl is obligatory." Abu Musa added, "I shall never ask anyone about this after you." Al-Muwatta of Imam Malik Hadith 2.75
    Arwa Bin Zubair says, "I did not find anyone more proficient (than Aisha ®) in the knowledge of the Holy Quran, the Commandments of Halal (lawful) and Haram (prohibited), Ilmul-Ansab and Arabic poetry. That is why, even senior companions of the Prophet used to consult Aisha ® in resolving intricate issued".Jala-ul-Afham by Ibn Qaiyem and Ibn Sa’ad, Vol.2, p.26

    Abu Musa al-Ashari says: "Never had we (the companions) had any difficulty for the solution of which we approached Aisha and did not get some useful information from her".Sirat-I-Aisha, on the authority of Trimidhi, pg. 163
     

    As a teacher she had a clear and persuasive manner of speech and her power of oratory has been described in superlative terms by al-Ahnaf who said: "I have heard speeches of Abu Bakr and Umar, Uthman and Ali and the Khulafa up to this day, but I have not heard speech more persuasive and more beautiful from the mouth of any person than from the mouth of Aishah."


    The Prophet said, "The superiority of 'Aisha to other ladies is like the superiority of Tharid (i.e. meat and bread dish) to other meals. Many men reached the level of perfection, but no woman reached such a level except Mary, the daughter of Imran and Asia, the wife of Pharaoh." Sahih Al-Bukhari Hadith, Narrated by Abu Musa Al Ashari Hadith 4.643
    Musa Ibn Talha ® says, "I did not see anyone more eloquent than Aisha ®" Mustadrak of Hakim, Vol.4,p.11
     

    Men and women came from far and wide to benefit from her knowledge.


    Aisha’s great interest in the study of the Qur’an is understandable. She was an eye-witness to a number of revelations and had therefore a clear idea of the circumstances in which they were revealed. It was on her bed alone (and no other consort’s) that the Prophet received Wahi (Divine Revelations) several times. This helped her in interpreting the verses.
     

    At the time of the Prophet’s death, the Prophet’s head was on her lap. It was in her quarters that the Prophet was buried.


    The life of Aishah (R) is a proof that a woman can be far more learned than men and that she can be the teacher of scholars and experts. Her life is also a proof that a woman can exert influence over men and women and provide them with inspiration and leadership. Aisha (R) is a continuing inspiration and role model to today’s youth who are diligently searching for an example amongst the pop stars, movie actresses and sports stars. May the memory of her’s live forever in the heart of the Muslim Ummah and may Allah grant her the highest abode in Paradise…Aameen.


    Conclusion:

    It was the aforementioned qualities of Aisha ® and the Prophet’s guidance in molding these capabilities for the service of Islam, were the main reasons, why the Prophet Married young Aisha ®, and not the perverted reasons brought forth by misguided orientalists.

    Muslims invite all sincere humans to study the life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon) in the light of the authentic sources of the Quran and the Sunnah (exemplary sayings and deeds of the Prophet) and judge for themselves where the truth lies. Indeed, by recognizing the truth of Islam as the final and complete Guidance sent by our Creator can humanity find lasting peace in this world and a means of salvation from the hell fire in the hereafter.

    "I have studied him - the wonderful man and in my opinion far from being an anti-Christ, he must be called the Savior of Humanity. I believe that if a man like him were to assume the dictatorship of the modern world, he would succeed in solving its problems in a way that would bring it the much needed peace and happiness: I have prophesied about the faith of Muhammad that it would be acceptable to the Europe of tomorrow as it is beginning to be acceptable to the Europe of today." George Bernard Shaw, THE GENUINE ISLAM, Vol. 1, No. 81936.

    Though, the Prophet is not among us in his flesh, but his exemplary life has been preserved for all humanity to follow.

    1. Jesus was a hippy profile image60
      Jesus was a hippyposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Well you copied and pasted that pretty fast.

      You do realise that you just attempted to justify having sex with a 9 YEAR OLD CHILD

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      pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      @jesus right...marrying 9 yr old kid is never worth justifying...and logic that muhammad wanted to train aisha...well he could have trained her as her uncle ....why marry?....secondly aisha was involved in war of camels against ali....this is training he gave to aisha?....doesnot make sense to me...53 yr old man marrying 6 yr old kid and consumating marriage when she was mere 9 yr old...sorry...every logic fails...

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    Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years ago

    Any one who disrespect any ones religion or try to write a book because of there personal hatrage/confusion my advice you are bringing nothing good to yourself instead you make people go and find out the truth and make islam more famous ! plus Respect is very important in terms of other religions ...

    To clear up some doubts read below some Misconceptions .

    Top Ten Misconceptions about Islam

    MISCONCEPTION #1:
    Muslims are violent, terrorists and/or extremists.

       
    This is the biggest misconception in Islam, no doubt resulting from
    the constant stereotyping and bashing the media gives Islam.  When a
    gunman attacks a mosque in the name of Judaism, a Catholic IRA
    guerrilla sets off a bomb in an urban area, or Serbian Orthodox
    militiamen rape and kill innocent Muslim civilians, these acts are not
    used to stereotype an entire faith. Never are these acts attributed
    to the religion of the perpetrators. Yet how many times have we heard
    the words 'Islamic, Muslim fundamentalist. etc.' linked with violence. 

    Politics in so called  "Muslim countries" may or may not have any
    Islamic basis.  Often dictators and politicians will use the name of
    Islam for their own purposes. One should remember to go to the source
    of Islam and separate what the true religion of Islam says from what
    is portrayed in the media. Islam literally means 'submission to God'
    and is derived from a root word meaning 'peace'.   

    Islam may seem exotic or even extreme in the modern world. Perhaps
    this is because religion doesn't dominate everyday life in the West,
    whereas Islam is considered a 'way of life' for Muslims and they make
    no division between secular and sacred in their lives.   Like
    Christianity, Islam permits fighting in self-defense, in defense of
    religion, or on the part of those who have been expelled forcibly
    from their homes.  It lays down strict rules of combat which include
    prohibitions against harming civilians and against destroying crops,
    trees and  livestock.

    NOWHERE DOES ISLAM ENJOIN THE KILLING OF INNOCENTS.. The Quran says:
    "Fight in the cause of God against those who fight you, but do not
    transgress limits.  God  does not love transgressors." (Quran 2:190)
    "If they seek peace, then seek you peace.  And trust in God for He is
    the One that heareth  and knoweth all things." (Quran 8:61) War,
    therefore, is the last resort, and is subject to the rigorous
    conditions laid down by the  sacred law.  The term 'jihad' literally
    means 'struggle'.  Muslims believe that there are two kinds of  jihad.
    The other 'jihad' is the inner struggle of the soul which everyone
    wages against egotistic  desires for the sake of attaining inner
    peace. smile
             


    MISCONCEPTION #2:
    Islam oppresses women.

    The image of the typical Muslim woman wearing the veil and forced to
    stay home and forbidden to drive is all too common  in most peoples
    thoughts. Although some Muslim countries may  have laws that oppress
    women, this should not be seen as coming  from Islam.  Many of these
    countries do not rule by  any kind of Shari'ah (Islamic law) and
    introduce their own cultural standpoints on the issue of  gender
    equity.    

    Islam on the other hand gives men and women different roles and equity
    between the two  is laid down in the Quran and the example of the
    Prophet (peace be upon him). Islam sees a woman, whether   single or
    married, as an individual in her own right, with the right to own and
    dispose of her property  and earnings.  A marriage gift is given by
    the groom to the bride for her own personal use, and  she keeps her
    own family name rather than taking her husband's. Both men and women
    are expected to dress in a way that is modest and dignified. The
    Messenger of God (peace be upon him) said: "The most perfect in faith
    amongst  believers is he who is best in manner and kindest to his
    wife." 

    Violence of any kind towards  women and forcing them against their
    will for anything is not allowed. A Muslim marriage is a simple, legal
    agreement in which either partner is free to include  conditions.
    Marriage customs thus vary widely from country to country.  Divorce is
    not common,  although it is acceptable as a last resort.  According to
    Islam, a Muslim girl cannot be forced to  marry against her will: her
    parents simply suggest young men they think may be suitable.



    MISCONCEPTION #3: 
    Muslims worship a different God.

    Allah is simply the Arabic word for God. Allah for Muslims is  the
    greatest and most inclusive of the Names of God, it is an Arabic word
    of rich meaning, denoting the one and only God and ascribing no
    partners to Him. It is exactly the same word which the Jews, in
    Hebrew, use for God (eloh), the word which Jesus Christ used in
    Aramaic when he prayed to God. God has an identical name in Judaism,
    Christianity, and Islam; Allah is the same God worshiped by Muslims,
    Christians and Jews.  Muslims believe that Allah's sovereignty is to
    be acknowledged in worship and in the pledge to obey His teaching and
    commandments, conveyed through His messengers and prophets who were
    sent at various times and in many places throughout history.
    However, it should be noted that God in Islam is One and Only. He,
    the Exalted, does not get tired, does not have a son ie Jesus or
    have associates, nor does He have human-like attributions as found in
    other faiths.


    MISCONCEPTION #4:
    Islam was spread by the sword and intolerant of other faiths.


    Many social studies textbooks for students show the image of an Arab
    horseman carrying  a sword in one hand and the Quran in the other
    conquering and forcibly converting. This, though, is not a correct
    portrayal of history.  Islam has always given respect and  freedom of
    religion to all faiths. The Quran says: "God forbids you not, with
    regards to those who fight you not for [your]  faith nor drive you out
    of your homes, from dealing kindly and justly with them; for God
    loveth those  who are just. 60:8)
       
    Freedom of religion is laid down in the Quran itself: "There is no
    compulsion (or coercion)  in the religion (Islam).  The right
    direction is distinctly clear from error". (2:256) Christian
    missionary, T.W. Arnold had this opinion on his study of the question
    of the  spread of Islam: ".. of any organized attempt to force the
    acceptance of Islam on the non-Muslim  population, or of any
    systematic persecution intended to stamp out the Christian religion,
    we hear  nothing. Had the caliphs chosen to adopt either course of
    action, they might have swept away  Christianity as easily as
    Ferdinand and Isabella drove Islam out of Spain, or Louis XIV made
    Protestanism ..."
       
    It is a function of Islamic law to protect the privileged status of
    minorities, and this is why  non-Muslim places of worship have
    flourished all over the Islamic world.  History provides many
    examples of Muslim tolerance towards other faiths: when the caliph
    Omar entered Jerusalem in the  year 634, Islam granted freedom of
    worship to all religious communities in the city.   Proclaiming to the
    inhabitants that their lives, and property were safe, and that their
    places of  worship would never be taken from them, he asked the
    Christian patriarch Sophronius to  accompany him on a visit to all the
    holy places.  Islamic law also permits non-Muslim minorities to set up
    their own courts, which  implement family laws drawn up by the
    minorities themselves. The life and property of all citizens in an
    Islamic state are considered sacred whether the  person is Muslim or
    not.
       
    Racism is not a part of Islam, the Quran speaks only of human equality
    and how all  peoples are equal in the sight of God.   "O mankind! We
    created you from a single soul, male and  female, and made you into
    nations and tribes, so that you may come to know one another.  Truly,
    the most honored of you in God's sight is the greatest of you in
    piety.  God is All-Knowing, All- Aware. (49:13)



    MISCONCEPTION #5:
    All Muslims are Arabs


    The Muslim population of the world is around 1.2 billion.  1 out of 5
    people in the world is a  Muslim.  They are a vast range of races,
    nationalities, and cultures from around the globe--from the
    Phillipines to Nigeria--they are united by their common Islamic faith.
    Only about 18% live  in the  Arab world and the largest Muslim
    community is in Indonesia.  Most Muslims live east of Pakistan.   30%
    of Muslims live in the Indian subcontinent, 20% in Sub-Saharan Africa,
    17% in Southeast  Asia, 18% in the Arab world, and 10% in the Soviet
    Union and China.  Turkey, Iran and  Afghanistan make up 10% of the
    non-Arab Middle East.  Although there are Muslim minorities in  almost
    every area, including Latin America and Australia, they are most
    numerous in Russia and  its newly independent states, India and
    central Africa.  There are about 6 million Muslims in the  United
    States



    MISCONCEPTION #6:
    The Nation of Islam is a Muslim group.


    Islam and the so called  "Nation of Islam'" are two different
    religions.  NOI is more of a political organization since its members
    are not limited to a single faith. Muslims consider this group to be
    just one of many cults using the name of Islam for their own gain. 
    The only thing  common between them is the jargon, the language used
    by both. "The Nation of Islam" is a misnomer; this religion should be
    called Farrakhanism, after the name of its propogator, Louis Farrakhan. 

    Islam and Farakhanism differ in many fundamental ways. For example,
    Farakhan followers  believe in racism and that the 'black man' was the
    original man and therefore superior, while in  Islam there is no
    racism and everyone is considered equal in the sight of God, the only
    difference  being in one's piety. There are many other theological
    examples that show the 'Nation's teachings  have little to do with
    true Islam.    There are many groups in America who claim to represent
    Islam and call their adherents  Muslims.   

    Any serious student of Islam has a duty to investigate  and find the
    true Islam. The only two authentic sources which bind every Muslim
    are 1. the Quran and 2. authentic or sound Hadith. Any teachings under
    the label of "Islam" which contradict or at variance with the direct
    understanding of fundamental beliefs and practices of Islam form the
    Quran and authentic Hadith should be rejected and such a religion
    should be considered a Pseudo-Islamic Cult. In America there are many
    pseudo-Islamic cults, Farrakhanism being one of them. An honest
    attitude on the  part of such cults should be not to call themselves
    Muslims and their religion Islam. such an  example of honesty is
    Bahaism which is an off-shoot of Islam but Bahais do not call
    themselves  Muslims nor their religion, Islam. In fact Bahaism is not
    Islam just as Farrakhanism is not Islam.



    MISCONCEPTION #7:
    All Muslim men marry four wives.


    The religion of Islam was revealed for all societies and all times and
    so accommodates  widely differing social requirements.  Circumstances
    may warrant the taking of another wife but the  right is granted,
    according to the Quran, only on condition that the husband is
    scrupulously fair. No woman can be forced into this kind of marriage
    if they do not wish it, and they also have the  right to exclude it in
    their marriage contract. 

    Polygamy is neither mandatory, nor encouraged, but  merely permitted.
    Images of "sheikhs with harems" are not consistent with Islam, as a
    man is  only allowed at most four wives only if he can fulfill the
    stringent conditions of treating each fairly  and providing each with
    separate housing etc.  Permission to practice polygamy is not
    associated  with mere satisfaction of passion.  It is rather
    associated with compassion toward widows and  orphans. It was the
    Quran that limited and put conditions on the practice of polygamy
    among the  Arabs, who had as many as ten or more wives and considered
    them "property". 

    It is both honest and accurate to say that it is Islam that regulated
    this practice, limited  it, made it more humane, and instituted equal
    rights and status for all wives. What the Qur'anic  decrees amount to,
    taken together is discouragement of polygamy unless necessity for it
    exists. It is also evident that the general rule in Islam is monogamy
    and not polygamy. It is a very  tiny percentage of Muslims that
    practice it over the world. However, permission to practice limited
    polygamy is only consistent with Islam's realistic view of the nature
    of man and woman and of  various social needs, problems and cultural
    variations.

    The question is, however far more than the inherent flexibility of
    Islam; it also is the frank  and straightforward approach of Islam in
    dealing with practical problems.  Rather than requiring  hypocritical
    and superficial compliance, Islam delves deeper into the problems of
    individuals and  societies, and provides for legitimate and clean
    solutions which are far more beneficial than would  be the case if they
    were ignored. There is no doubt that the second wife legally married
    and treated  kindly is better off than a mistress without any legal
    rights or expermanence.



    MISCONCEPTION #8:
    Muslims are a barbaric, backward people.


    Among the reasons for the rapid and peaceful spread of Islam was the
    simplicity of its  doctrine-Islam calls for faith in only one God
    worthy of worship.  It also repeatedly instructs man to  use his
    powers of intelligence and observation. Within a few years, great
    civilizations and universities were flourishing, for according to the
    Prophet (pbuh), 'seeking knowledge is an obligation for every Muslim
    man and woman'. 
       
    The  synthesis of Eastern and Western ideas and of new thought with
    old, brought about great  advances in medicine, mathematics, physics,
    astronomy, geography, architecture, art, literature,  and history.
    Many crucial systems such as algebra, the Arabic numerals, and also
    the concept of  the zero (vital to the advancement of mathematics),
    were transmitted to medieval Europe from  Islam.  Sophisticated
    instruments which were to make possible the European voyages of
    discovery  were developed, including the astrolabe, the quadrant and
    good navigational maps.



    MISCONCEPTION #9:
    Muhammad was the founder of Islam and Muslims worship him.


    Muhammad(pbuh) was born in Mecca in the year 570.   Since his father
    died before his  birth, and his mother shortly afterwards, he was
    raised by his uncle from the respected tribe of  Quraysh.  As he grew
    up, he became known for his truthfulness, generosity and sincerity, so
    that  he was sought after for his ability to arbitrate in disputes.
    The historians describe him as calm and  meditative. Muhammad (pbuh)
    was of a deeply religious nature, and had long detested the decadence
    of his society. 

    It became his habit to meditate from time to time in the Cave of Hira
    near Mecca. At the age of 40, while engaged in a meditative retreat,
    Muhammad(pbuh) received his first  revelation from God through the
    Angel Gabriel.  This revelation, which continued for 23 years is
    known as the Quran. As soon as he began to recite the words he heard
    from Gabriel, and to preach the truth  which God had revealed to him,
    he and his small group of followers suffered bitter persecution,
    which grew so fierce that in the year 622 God gave them the command to
    emigrate. 

    This event,  the Hijra 'migration', in which they left Mecca for the
    city of Medina, marks the beginning of the  Muslim calendar.  After
    several years, the Prophet and his followers were able to return to
    Mecca, where they forgave their enemies and established Islam
    definitively. Before the Prophet saw dies at the age of 63, the
    greater part of Arabia was Muslim, and within a century of his death
    Islam had spread to Spain in the West and as far East as China. He
    died with less than 5 possessions to his name.

    While Muhammad (pbuh) was chosen to deliver the message, he is not
    considered the  "founder" of Islam, since Muslims consider Islam to be
    the same divine guidance sent to all peoples before.  Muslims believe
    all the prophets from Adam, Noah, Moses, Jesus etc. were all sent
    with divine guidance for their peoples.  Every prophet was sent to his
    own people, but Muhammad(pbuh) was sent to all of mankind.  Muhammad
    is the last and final messenger sent to deliver the message of Islam.
    Muslims revere and honor him (pbuh) for all he went through and his
    dedication, but they do not worship him.  "O Prophet, verily We have
    sent you as a witness and a bearer of glad tidings and a warner and
    as one who invites unto God by His leave and as an illuminating
    lamp."(33:45-6)



    MISCONCEPTION #10:
    Muslims don't believe in Jesus or any other prophets. 


    Muslims respect and revere Jesus, upon him be peace, and await his
    Second Coming.   They consider him one of the greatest of God's
    messengers to mankind.  A Muslim never refers to him simply as
    'Jesus', but always adds the phrase 'upon him be peace' (abbreviated
    as (u) here).   The Quran confirms his virgin birth (a chapter of the
    Quran is entitled 'Mary'), and Mary is considered the purest woman in
    all creation.  The Quran describes the Annunciation as follows:

    "Behold!" the Angel said, "God has chosen you, and purified you, and
    chosen you above the women of all nations.  O Mary, God gives you
    good news of a word from Him whose name shall be the Messiah, Jesus
    son of Mary, honored in this world and the Hereafter, and one of those
    brought near to God.  He shall speak to the people from his cradle and
    in maturity, and shall be of the righteous." She said: "O my Lord!
    How shall I have a son when no man has touched me?" He said:  "Even
    so; God creates what He will.  When He decrees a thing, He says to it,
    "Be!" and it is"  (Quran 3:42-47)

    Jesus (u) was born miraculously through the same power, which had
    brought Adam (u) into being without a father: "Truly, the likeness of
    Jesus with God is as the likeness of Adam.  He created him of dust,
    and then said to him, 'Be!' and he was." (3:59) During his prophetic
    mission Jesus (u) performed many miracles. The Quran tells us that he
    said: " I have come to you with a sign from your Lord:  I make for you
    out of clay, as it were, the figure of a bird, and breath into it
    and it becomes a bird by God's leave.  And I heal the blind, and the
    lepers, and I raise the dead by God's leave." (3:49) Neither Muhammad
    (pbuh) not Jesus (u) came to change the basic doctrine of the brief in
    One God brought by earlier prophets, but to confirm and renew it. 

    In the Quran Jesus (u) is reported as saying that he came: "To attest
    the law which was before me.  And to make lawful to you part of what
    was forbidden you; I have come to you with a sign from your Lord, so
    fear God and obey Me. (3:50) The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said:
    "Whoever believes there is no god but God, alone without partner,
    that Muhammad (pbuh) is His messenger, that Jesus is the servant and
    messenger of God, His word breathed into Mary and a spirit emanating
    from Him, and that Paradise and Hell are true, shall be received by
    God into Heaven. "(Hadith related by Bukhari).

    1. pisean282311 profile image61
      pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      i invite u to read al bukari to know better...

      1. Breener Zein Ryan profile image60
        Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        i have done my research on Bukhari too Thank you .

    2. Jesus was a hippy profile image60
      Jesus was a hippyposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Why are you copying the entire damn internet and posting it here?

      1. Greek One profile image65
        Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        If he tries that with my ebook, there's gonna be hell to pay!

  10. Greek One profile image65
    Greek Oneposted 12 years ago

    "With regard to the issue of her being young and your being confused about that, you should note that the Prophet Muhammad  grew up in a hot country, the Arabian Peninsula. Usually in hot countries adolescence comes early and people marry early"

    hahaha... Anybody wanna go to Mecca in the summer to get some 10 year old wives?

    1. Shanna11 profile image72
      Shanna11posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      I'll come along for the guys. I have a thing for guys with dark hair and eyes. Mmm...

      1. Greek One profile image65
        Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        Excellent!

        We will sell you at the bazaar... you will fetch me a handsome camel and ointments for the long journey

    2. Breener Zein Ryan profile image60
      Breener Zein Ryanposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Greek one we are talking about History /culture and there time ..dont get more confused that happen in 1400 yrs ago where it was normal ..

      all i did was i have done my research and am not taking sides

      read the biography Muhammad you will be surprised ..

      The 100: A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History
      Revised and Updated for the Nineties
      by Michael H. Hart

      Mr. Hart's very interesting book contains biographies of all the following people, ranked in order from most influential to less influential, along with the author's reasons for so ranking them. The book is available at most bookstores and libraries.

      Muhammad was number 1 Most influential ..its a fact hate it / like it ..you cant change that book its out in the stores .

      1. Greek One profile image65
        Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

        Hitler had quite an impact too, eh?

  11. Greek One profile image65
    Greek Oneposted 12 years ago

    "Any one who disrespect any ones religion or try to write a book because of there personal hatrage/confusion my advice you are bringing nothing good to yourself instead you make people go and find out the truth and make islam more famous ! plus Respect is very important in terms of other religions ..."

    So if I am reading you right, you just want to order one copy?  Hard or softcover?

  12. Druid Dude profile image60
    Druid Dudeposted 12 years ago

    Muhammad started Islam and he lived sometime around 400-500 A.D. He ascended to heaven from the Dome of the Rock in what had been the Judaic capitol Jerusalem. If Jerusalem were in Islamic control, they would face there instead of Mecca.

    1. Jesus was a hippy profile image60
      Jesus was a hippyposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Have you ever flown across the middle east? They have an arrow on a tv screen constantly pointing towards mecca just in case.

      Dear oh dear oh dear.

  13. Claire Evans profile image63
    Claire Evansposted 12 years ago

    Mohammed took an existing moon god, Allah, which was pagan and already being worshipped, and adopted him as the supreme God.

    1. pisean282311 profile image61
      pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      @claire not much different from other two abrahamic religions...judaism still can be said as unique idea....but in the end only an idea...

  14. Druid Dude profile image60
    Druid Dudeposted 12 years ago

    I have a theory that Moses was actually a student of Akenaton, the historic founder of monotheistic religion. He did live in the house of Pharoah, but it is speculative which Pharoah.

    1. pisean282311 profile image61
      pisean282311posted 12 years agoin reply to this

      @dude i doubt there can be one founder of monotheistic religion...if u read oldest surviving religious text it too contains verses of one god and it has nothing to do with abrahmic religion....religion is idea and ideas evolve and ideas are never one person domain...it can arrive in multiple brains parallely.

 
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