Thank you for the information (I think).Yes! they believe that 70000 of the persian jews will follow the anti christ which is not the true messiah
and jesus christ when he came back will kill the anti-christ in jerusalem
the quran talk in many ways negative about the jews
In our school they taught us to hate the jews because they are Liars ,Hypocrites and from the begining they hate mohammed and islam !!
I remember the shaikhs on the Mosques called them the brothers of pigs and monkeys !!
1- Yes it is true that Islam teaches that.I have heard that, according to Muslim teaching, the person whom the Jews finally accept as the Messiah will in fact be the Anti-Christ. Is there any truth to this, or is it just anti-Muslim propaganda?
More generally, what is the attitude of the Quran toward the Jews?
Thank you for these interesting verses from the Qur’an. So often, non-Muslims quote only seemingly violent verses. One thing I’m not so clear about, however, is the verse that says the People of the Book have taken their own rabbis and monks as lords. In what sense is this? Rabbis are never worshiped, and neither are monks. It is true that Judaism is based on both Scripture and rabbinical tradition (similar to Catholicism); yet the tradition is interpretation and commentary of the Law, not revision. Is Islam based only on Scripture (Qur’an) without commentary and interpretation of the Qur’an? Judaism–like Islam–is strictly monotheistic: the Unity of G-d is one of the core principles of faith; Jews pray only to G-d.The subject of Dajjal (Anti-Christ) is one that I am not very familiar with but there is a hadith which says that Dajjal will be followed by the Jews of Isfahan.
Also, many non-Jews including many weak-faith Muslims too will be taken in by the power and ability exhibited by Dajjal and they will eventually accept him as their Lord.
As to the question on how Muslims should treat Jews according to the Qur’an:
The Qur’an in some respects grants privileges to the People of the Book compared to unbelievers. For example, to marry someone from the People of the Book and eat their food is lawful. (Al-Maidah, 5) The privilege granted to them is because of their being closer to the true faith compared to the people of disbelief.
“Say: O People of the Book! Come to an agreement between us and you: that we shall worship none but Allah, and that we shall ascribe no partners unto Him, and that none of us shall take others for lords beside Allah.” … (Al-i ‘Imran Surah, 3:64)
The Qur’an declares that the People of the Book have taken their own rabbis and monks as their lords – “They have taken as lords beside Allah their rabbis and their monks and the Messiah son of Mary, when they were bidden to worship only One God. There is no God save Him. Be He glorified from all that they ascribe as partner (unto Him)!” … (At-Tawbe Surah, 9:31)
When Adiy Bin Hatem, who converted to Islam from Christianity, said to the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), “The Messenger of Allah! We did not take them as our Lord,” the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) made this explanation: “They made those unlawful which Allah declared lawful and lawful which Allah declared unlawful, and you obeyed them. That is taking them as lords.” One need not necessarily call something “lord” in order to have it as his lord.
The Qur’an however instructs Muslims on how to treat the People of the Book – “And argue not with the People of the Book unless it be in (a way) that is better, save with such of them as do wrong; and say: We believe in that which hath been revealed unto us and revealed unto you; our God and your God is One, and unto Him we surrender.” … (Al-‘Ankaboot Surah, 29:46)
Thank you for your reply. Yes, I am always careful to separate the Arab-Israeli conflict from the religious teachings of Islam and Judaism. It is a little surprising, however, to realize that Muslims think the Messiah of the Jews (from the Jewish perspective, of course, not the Christian perspective) will be a false Messiah, the anti-Christ, no less. Do you believe then that Jesus was the Messiah, but not G-d?1- Yes it is true that Islam teaches that.
2- There is no specific position in regards to Judaism in Islam. We believe that the law given to the people of Israel has been updated by the law given to Muhammed. Faith is a personal matter and there will be always believing Jews . It is very important to separate arab Israeli conflict from how muslims regard jews ( even though you might be very inclined to link the two) .
all the best
Meedo
If Jesus is the Messiah, why would He destroy Christianity?If I may add to arabic catholic’s post:
The muslims believe that Jesus whom they call Isa/Essa is the Messiah.
Isa will return on judgement day
He will kill the anti-Christ
He will break the Cross and destroy Christianity
He will kill the swine
He will do away with the tax
He will make islam the worlds only religion
He will live on earth for 40 years and then die.
That’s what islam/muslims believe in.If Jesus is the Messiah, why would He destroy Christianity?
you need to know my friend that what i say to you is what we were taughtThank you for these interesting verses from the Qur’an. So often, non-Muslims quote only seemingly violent verses. One thing I’m not so clear about, however, is the verse that says the People of the Book have taken their own rabbis and monks as lords. In what sense is this? Rabbis are never worshiped, and neither are monks. It is true that Judaism is based on both Scripture and rabbinical tradition (similar to Catholicism); yet the tradition is interpretation and commentary of the Law, not revision. Is Islam based only on Scripture (Qur’an) without commentary and interpretation of the Qur’an? Judaism–like Islam–is strictly monotheistic: the Unity of G-d is one of the core principles of faith; Jews pray only to G-d.
To muslims Isa/Essa whom we call Jesus **IS **a muslimIf Jesus is the Messiah, why would He destroy Christianity?
They also believe that Jesus did NOT bring Christianity to the rise and that Saint Paul did and the muslims despise St. Paul.If Jesus is the Messiah, why would He destroy Christianity?
Hi,Thank you for your reply. Yes, I am always careful to separate the Arab-Israeli conflict from the religious teachings of Islam and Judaism. It is a little surprising, however, to realize that Muslims think the Messiah of the Jews (from the Jewish perspective, of course, not the Christian perspective) will be a false Messiah, the anti-Christ, no less. Do you believe then that Jesus was the Messiah, but not G-d?
If the Messiah declares himself to be G-d, you can be sure that most Jews will not follow him since, according to the Jewish interpretation of Scripture, the Messiah is not G-d, but rather a messenger sent by G-d to bring peace to the world. That is one of the reasons why many Jews did not follow Jesus. Jews are rather adamant that no corporeal entity can be G-d. On that point, we are in accord with Muslims. I’m asking these questions because, although I know a few Muslims, I’ve never gotten a straight answer on some of these issues. It’s not a school project; but I teach in college: in the field of psychology. The study of comparative religion has been an avocation for me. Thanks again for your informative comments!Hi,
The anti christ as per muslim tradition is someone wuth great powers. he will have great might and will rule. Not only jews will be fooled by him … but many will. Muslims believe that many jews will follow him. My own opinion is that probably due to his role that seem to fit a description in the jewish scriptures. Mighty , king, will rule and will prevail etc…
This is not a plot to demonize jews. It is just the end of times as per muslim tradition. Many muslims will follow him as well. He is the greatest test to ever appear to humanity. He will first say he is a king, then a prophet, then finally he will declare himself God.
I do believe that Jesus is the Messiah and not God. Messiah in Islam doesnt mean savior nor deliverer.
I am curious why are you asking these questions? part ofa school project ? Not that i mind the least .
all the best ,
Or any answer at all.…Muslims believe Isa is the Messiah, however, if you ask them for their definition of the Messiah, you can’t seem to get a straight answer.
“For the iniquity of the Jews We made unlawful for them certain (foods) good and wholesome which had been lawful for them;- in that they hindered many from Allah’s Way;- That they took usury, though they were forbidden; and that they devoured men’s substance wrongfully;- we have prepared for those among them who reject faith a grievous punishment.” … [Al-Qur’an, Sûrah al-Nisâ’:160 & 161]Thank you for these interesting verses from the Qur’an. So often, non-Muslims quote only seemingly violent verses. One thing I’m not so clear about, however, is the verse that says the People of the Book have taken their own rabbis and monks as lords. In what sense is this? (emphasis mine) Rabbis are never worshiped, and neither are monks. It is true that Judaism is based on both Scripture and rabbinical tradition (similar to Catholicism); yet the tradition is interpretation and commentary of the Law, not revision. Is Islam based only on Scripture (Qur’an) without commentary and interpretation of the Qur’an? Judaism–like Islam–is strictly monotheistic: the Unity of G-d is one of the core principles of faith; Jews pray only to G-d.