Witnesses Among the People April 18, 2024 The Quranic verses emphasize the role of witnesses in the community, including the messenger as a witness among the people and the community bearing witness. The Quran also underscores the accountability of the messenger and the community on the Day of Judgment. However, the verses cited are not supporting the acceptance of Hadith and Sunnah and the Quran gives us an example of what this witness testimony will look like.
Does the Quran deny Muhammad performing miracles? April 18, 2024 A Reddit thread discusses whether Muhammad had physical miracles. The top answer quotes Quran 17:59 to support the negative position. Comparisons are made to traditional Islamic beliefs; the post criticizes traditionalists for ignoring the Quran and relying on Hadith and Sunnah.
Quran Affirms Key Premise of The Ontological Argument For God’s Existence April 3, 2024 Excerpt: God, as described in the Quran, is referred to by the best names and attributes. The concept of a Maximally Great Being, as discussed in the Ontological Argument, is supported by these verses. Additionally, the Quran emphasizes God’s mercy and forgiveness, highlighting His character as the Absolute Perfection and…
Read more: Quran Affirms Key Premise of The Ontological Argument For God’s Existence Where to put the period in verse 3:7? March 14, 2024 Verse 3:7 in the Quran discusses the direct and allegorical nature of its verses. Placing the period in different locations alters the verse's meaning. However, other Quran verses contradict the interpretation that only God understands the allegorical verses.
Pre-Islamic Arabia was overwhelmingly monotheistic February 10, 2024 This blog challenges traditional Islamic scholarship's view of pre-Islamic Arabia as predominantly polytheistic, presenting scholarly epigraphic evidence of monotheism in the region. The content explores the shift from polytheism to monotheism and the differing perspectives on pre-Islamic Arabs' religious beliefs, using epigraphic evidence.
Don’t break up into Shia; Don’t follow hadith December 9, 2023 The Quran condemns the division of sects, including Shia, and the use of other Hadith outside the Quran. This suggests adherence to the Quran and the Shia of Abraham and the Messengers and the rejection of other Hadith and Shia.
Contextual understanding of 3:81 and 33:7 November 14, 2023 In Quran verse 3:81, a covenant with the prophets is highlighted, indicating they will receive scripture and wisdom, and a confirming messenger will come after them. The immediate context of the verse points to a shift in the topic from the people of the scripture to the obligations of prophets. Similar abrupt topic shifts are seen in other parts of the Quran, and this verse indicates a covenant with the prophets themselves. Verse 33:7 emphasizes Muhammad's covenant to deliver the Quran and unite the believers for the success of the future consolidating messenger, Rashad.
3:81 and 7:94 November 11, 2023 The post analyzes Quranic verse 3:81, addressing objections and interpretations related to the covenant with prophets' people. It also discusses verse 7:94 regarding the distinction between prophets and messengers and the absence of a clear statement about Muhammad as the final messenger.
Deafening Silence: The Last Prophet (33:40) September 1, 2023 The Quranic verse 33:40 refers to Prophet Muhammad as a messenger of God and the final prophet. The precise wording indicates a distinction between being the final prophet and the final messenger, with strong implications. Similarly, Quranic verse 40:34-35 provides us a sign that God harshly condemns those who believe the previous messenger was the final messenger, especially when no legitimate authority/basis (such as the Quran) make such a claim, and in fact the Quran goes out of its way to indicate Muhammad is not the final messenger.
*Wink Wink* Signs in Nature (Scientific Miracles) July 28, 2023 The Quran emphasizes the presence of signs in nature as proof for believers. The disbelievers, however, demand more direct demonstrations and God directly declines such demonstrations since this life is a test. There must be deliberately implanted room for doubt for the disbelievers, and simultaneously enough for the believers to accept those signs. This parallels all types of miracles and signs in the Quran, including those that validate Rashad Khalifa’s messengership.
Yes, You Need a Messenger July 26, 2023 The blog post details the author's shift from Sunni Islam to a Quran-centric religion, critiquing the excessive veneration of historical figures in religious practices, and advocating for a direct focus and relationship with God based on the teachings of His messenger, Rashad Khalifa.
“I Wish I Had Followed the Path With the Messenger” June 21, 2023 The blog post reflects on the disbelievers' regret over not adhering to the guidance of the messenger, emphasizing the Quran's warnings against following misleading influences. It highlights various Quranic verses underscoring the perils of following non-messengers and the resultant misguidance that leads many astray, contrasting this with the faultlessness of following a messenger's teachings. The post serves as a theological caution against deviating from divinely endorsed paths.
Can’t Verify Hadith = Forbidden to Believe Them June 21, 2023 The blog post critically examines the authenticity and reliability of Hadiths, arguing that due to the inability to verify the original sources and narrators, such texts should not be trusted or believed in accordance with Quranic injunctions. It highlights the Quranic verses that emphasize the necessity of verifying information before acceptance, suggesting that unverifiable Hadiths fall short of this divine commandment, thus should be rejected. This position challenges traditional reliance on Hadiths alongside the Quran in Islamic jurisprudence and theology.
Example of Abraham: Messengers Giving False Teachings (and Then Repenting) June 17, 2023 The blog post explores the idea of prophetic fallibility through the example of Abraham, who, despite his status as a messenger, initially imparted false teachings to his father that were later corrected. It discusses the theological misconception of the infallibility of messengers, arguing that even prophets can err and need divine guidance to correct their mistakes. The author uses Quranic verses to support the argument that messengers' teachings are subject to error, further emphasizing the importance of divine intervention in ensuring the truth prevails.
Even Rashad Considered his Prophecies as Conditional June 17, 2023 The blog post examines Rashad Khalifa's view on the conditional nature of his prophecies, arguing that prophecies are not fixed but contingent on human actions and reactions. It underscores that the fulfillment of prophecies can be influenced by changes in human behavior.
Another Proof of Rashad: Surah 72 June 11, 2023 The blog post provides an analysis of chapter 72 from the Quran, positing that specific linguistic and numerical patterns within the text substantiate Rashad Khalifa's claim to messengership. The discussion centers on textual interpretations that align phrases and thematic elements in the Surah with Dr. Khalifa’s teachings, presenting these alignments as substantial evidence of divine endorsement.
Zero Right to Feel Proud (Boxing, MMA, BJJ) June 1, 2023 The blog post argues that individuals have no basis for pride in combat sports, as our physical abilities are significantly dependent on environmental forces. It posits that our physical strength and capabilities, and even our determination/discipline, rather than being inherent or self-derived, are gifts from God. This perspective challenges the common view of personal achievement in physical contests, advocating for a humble recognition of our dependency on external factors and divine provision.
Differences in practices between Sunni Islam and Submission May 27, 2023 The blog post outlines key differences in religious practices between Sunni Islam and the Quran-alone belief system, Submission. It discusses the exclusion of Prophet Muhammad from the Shahada, the non-requirement of specific Quranic recitations during Salat, and the rejection of Hadith and certain Quranic verses as non-divine. The author emphasizes that Submission seeks to eliminate perceived idolatry from traditional Islamic practices, advocating for a worship solely focused on God, aligning more closely with the original monotheistic intent of Islam.
One minus One equals Zero (1-1=0) May 3, 2023 The blog post critiques the notion of divine paradoxes by applying logical and mathematical principles, using the concept that subtracting a thing from itself yields zero (1-1=0) to argue that contradictions in divine attributes are nonsensical. It discusses examples such as the impossibility of a square circle and a rock so heavy that God cannot lift it, suggesting that these are illogical constructs rather than legitimate challenges to the concept of omnipotence. This approach aims to dismiss paradoxes as fundamentally flawed arguments against divine capabilities.
Collection of Classical Tafsirs on 3:81 April 18, 2023 The blog post delves into the interpretations of Quranic verse 3:81 across various classical tafsirs. It argues that some interpretations among these tafsirs is that God made a covenant with the prophets themselves to recognize and support any subsequent messenger confirming their teachings. This analysis challenges claims against Rashad Khalifa's interpretation, suggesting that traditional exegesis supports the idea of a prophetic agreement, with implications for recognizing later confirmations of scripture.
Don’t be a Pharisee | Why do we need a messenger? April 7, 2023 The blog post critiques the Pharisaic attitudes prevalent in religious practices, emphasizing the importance of focusing on God alone and not on religious figures or laws. It discusses the concept of idolatry beyond the literal worship of deities, extending to subtle forms like reverence for religious leaders or scholars. Drawing on Quranic insights, the post warns against the risks of incorporating partners alongside God in worship, advocating for a pure, monotheistic approach as practiced in Submission, which places exclusive focus on God.
Covenant With the Arabs Nullified; the UIN Prophecies no Longer Apply March 19, 2023 The blog post discusses the conditional nature of divine prophecies, particularly focusing on the United Islamic Nation (UIN) prophecies related to the Arabs. It explains that these prophecies, similar to historical promises made to the Jews, were contingent upon the recipient's adherence to divine directives. The rejection and killing of the messenger Rashad Khalifa by the Arab nations led to the nullification of these prophecies, meaning the Arabs would not lead a unified Islamic nation or become religious leaders worldwide. The post uses this as an example to assert that God's warnings are real and conditional, highlighting the consequences of rejecting divine messages.
“Quran provides examples of everything” March 15, 2023 The blog post argues that the Quran, by stating it provides examples of everything necessary for guidance, supports the legitimacy of Rashad Khalifa's messengership. It challenges the reader to find any instance in the Quran where someone claims to be a messenger, advocates for worshiping God alone, and is subsequently proven false. The absence of such an example, the post contends, validates Khalifa's claim, emphasizing the Quran's comprehensive guidance and its implications for accepting Khalifa as a true messenger.
Age & Creation of The Universe in The Quran March 13, 2023 The blog post explores different models regarding the creation timeline of the universe and Earth as detailed in the Quran. It addresses the Quranic description of the universe created in six "days" or periods, vs. the Quran created in two "days"--demonstrating the Quranic correspondence with modern cosmological findings.
“They Never Speak On Their Own” March 12, 2023 The post explores instances where messengers like Jonah, Muhammad, David, and Abraham made mistakes or spoke inappropriately, highlighting that even they are subject to human fallibilities. The discussion emphasizes that verse 21:27 is conveying that God controls even the messengers' ability to speak, reinforcing their role as conduits of divine will, not independent entities capable of intercession without divine permission.
The Failed Islamic Nation (UIN) is Actually Evidence Rashad Khalifa is a Messenger! March 4, 2023 Some who are skeptical of Submission have written this PDF detailing the alleged false prophecies of Rashad Khalifa: I was going to write a point by point rebuttal to this PDF, but before I did this, I decided to read it thoroughly before I begin addressing it. Some of the…
Read more: The Failed Islamic Nation (UIN) is Actually Evidence Rashad Khalifa is a Messenger! Appendix 10, Royal Plural, “we” & “I”, and 21:73, 21:90 March 3, 2023 The blog post delves into the use of the "royal plural" in the Quran, particularly discussing verses 21:73 and 21:90 and how it can represent a singular authority. This interpretation aligns with common linguistic usage in various cultures where leaders or figures of authority speak for their institutions or followers. The post argues that this usage in the Quran does not undermine the monotheistic principle but reflects a stylistic choice in language.
Example of Jonah: Messengers Committing Gross Sins March 3, 2023 The blog post discusses the biblical narrative of Jonah, emphasizing his severe sin. Despite this, Jonah's repentance allowed him to remain a respected messenger among the righteous. This example is used to argue that even gross sins do not disqualify someone from being considered righteous messenger or serving as a messenger, as long as they repent and reform. This interpretation challenges conventional views on the infallibility of messengers and underscores the importance of divine providence.
Conversation with God about 9:128-129 February 20, 2023 The blog post presents a hypothetical conversation between a disbeliever and God regarding the validity of verses 9:128-129 of the Quran. The author uses this dialogue to explore themes of divine revelation, human interpretation, and the role of intuition versus divine guidance in understanding scripture. The post argues against the inclusion of these verses in the Quran, citing signs from God, a lack of mutawatir transmission and discrepancies in the historical record as evidence of their inauthenticity. It emphasizes reliance on divine signs and proofs over inherited beliefs and traditional interpretations.
On King Fahd: The Last Saudi King January 28, 2023 The blog post examines the prediction regarding King Fahd as the last Saudi king, attributed to Rashad Khalifa, suggesting that while King Fahd was not the last claimed monarch, his reign marked the end of true Saudi sovereignty. This interpretation aligns with Rashad's prediction by arguing that the subsequent rulers are markedly under the Western influence.
God reveals Rashad’s shortcomings of impatience to him in the Quran January 28, 2023 The blog discusses how God reveals to Rashad his shortcomings, particularly impatience, through Quranic verses. The post illustrates how God's corrections serve as guidance for messengers, reinforcing their human nature and susceptibility to error, yet under divine supervision to ensure the ultimate delivery of truth. This example underscores the notion that divine guidance corrects and refines a messenger's understanding over time.
Rashad Khalifa cannot be falsified as a messenger January 28, 2023 The blog post argues that Rashad Khalifa's role as a messenger cannot be invalidated by human errors, emphasizing divine providence's role in correcting any potential missteps. It discusses the concept that true messengers, while human and capable of error, are ultimately guided and corrected by divine intervention. This perspective upholds the integrity of the messenger’s role, asserting that divine oversight ensures the accuracy and purity of the message, despite human imperfections.
“Rashad Khalifa is a liar” January 28, 2023 The blog post explores the allegations of dishonesty against Rashad Khalifa, discussing how uncharitable it is to refer to cases clearly recognizable as misspeaking being deliberate deceptions.
Numerical features of 9:128-129 January 17, 2023 The blog post delves into the numerical indications within verses 9:128-129, suggesting that these markers actually signal their exclusion from the Quran. It argues that the presence of elements of within these verses—despite their inauthenticity—illustrates God's supreme control over all creations, even the actions and fabrications of disbelievers. The author posits that God deliberately incorporates such elements into what disbelievers fabricate as a divine strategy to test faith. This approach reinforces the notion that nothing, not even attempts at deception, falls outside God's providential domain.
Does Rejecting Hadith Mean You are Going to Hell according to Traditional Muslims? January 17, 2023 The blog post examines the claim that rejecting Hadith equates to denying the Quranic command to "obey the messenger." It highlights the inconsistency in traditional practices where even renowned Hadith compilers like Bukhari rejected numerous Hadiths due to authenticity concerns. This leads to a broader acceptance that one can reject Hadiths deemed unauthentic without jeopardizing salvation. The post argues that if traditionalists can dismiss certain Hadiths, then Quranists rejecting all Hadiths based on similar authenticity concerns should also be viewed as acceptable within Islamic discourse.
Point by Point Rebuttal of 7 and 19 January 16, 2023 The blog post offers a detailed rebuttal against the arguments supporting the inclusion of verses 9:128-129 in the Quran, particularly focusing on the numerical patterns involving the numbers 7 and 19. It argues that these patterns do not confirm the authenticity of the verses but rather raise further doubts. The author methodically addresses each point raised by proponents of the verses' authenticity, using Quranic principles and numerical analysis to challenge their legitimacy and argue for their exclusion.
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