There are a few instances where New Testament authors cite verses or make references to texts that are either difficult to trace, do not directly exist in the Old Testament, or have no exact match in the Hebrew Scriptures. Here are some notable examples: Matthew 2:23 23 And he went and dwelt in a city called … Continue reading New Testament Fake Verse Citations
Different Words For Sin in Quran
In the Quran, several different Arabic words can be translated as "sin," each with distinct nuances in meaning based on their linguistic roots and usage. Below is a list of a number of the primary words for sin, their roots, and the subtle differences in meaning: Dhanb (ذنب): A sin that brings consequences or punishment … Continue reading Different Words For Sin in Quran
Evidence of Arab Literacy Through Arabic
It is a commonly held belief that the Arabs, particularly in the Hejaz region during the time of the Prophet Muhammad, were largely illiterate. This assumption, however, overlooks key factors that indicate otherwise. In this article, we will explore key features observed in Arabic that indicate literacy among the Arabs. These elements demonstrate that the … Continue reading Evidence of Arab Literacy Through Arabic
The Smoke of 537 & The Rise of Islam
Life often feels like a collection of disconnected moments, where the purpose of our experiences remains hidden in the fog of the present. Yet, throughout history and scripture, we see the unmistakable fingerprints of a God who weaves together seemingly unrelated events into a masterful design, often only revealed long after the fact. What may … Continue reading The Smoke of 537 & The Rise of Islam
Genesis vs. Jubilees
The Book of Jubilees is an alternate account of the Book of Genesis in the Bible. It retells much of the narrative found in the first books of the Hebrew Bible (Genesis and Exodus) but provides additional details and interpretations. Jubilees covers the time from the creation of the world to the Exodus from Egypt, … Continue reading Genesis vs. Jubilees
Umar & The Supposed Stoning Verse
There is a very peculiar narration about a dispute between the Muhajirin (the people of Mecca) and the Ansar (the people of Medina) over who was to be the Caliph after Muhammad's death. The narration makes the following claims: Someone commented during Umar's last Hajj about wanting to choose a particular individual as Caliph after … Continue reading Umar & The Supposed Stoning Verse
Revisiting Abu Lahab: Was He Abu Sufyan?
Sura 111 of the Quran is Sura 111, Thorns (Al-Masad), and is about the condemnation of an individual identified as Abee Lahab and his wife. [111:1] Condemned are the works of Abee Lahab, and he is condemned.[111:2] His money and whatever he has accomplished will never help him.[111:3] He has incurred the blazing Hell.[111:4] Also … Continue reading Revisiting Abu Lahab: Was He Abu Sufyan?
Folding the Heaven (Quran & Bible)
Quran 21:104 [21:104] On that day, we will fold the heaven, like the folding of a book. Just as we initiated the first creation, we will repeat it. This is our promise; we will certainly carry it out. يَوْمَ نَطْوِى ٱلسَّمَآءَ كَطَىِّ ٱلسِّجِلِّ لِلْكُتُبِ كَمَا بَدَأْنَآ أَوَّلَ خَلْقٍ نُّعِيدُهُۥ وَعْدًا عَلَيْنَآ إِنَّا كُنَّا فَـٰعِلِينَ 1yawmaيَوْمَ(The) Day2naṭwīنَطْوِىwe … Continue reading Folding the Heaven (Quran & Bible)
Bukhari Longevity Hacks
Sunnis regard Sahih Bukhari's Hadith compilation as the second most authoritative text after the Quran. Despite the book having no authority according to the Quran and being riddled with lies and contradictions, many Sunnis think that without works like Bukhari, the Quran would be unintelligible and the religion inaccessible. With that in mind, let's explore … Continue reading Bukhari Longevity Hacks
Holy Spittle (Bible vs. Hadith)
In the Roman world, The Roman historian Tacitus (56-120 CE) reports that the emperor Vespasian (r. 69-79) had restored vision to a blind man by means of oris excremento, his saliva (Histories iv. 81). In another account by Suetonius (69-122 CE) in The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, the emperor he healed a paralyzed man (withered hand … Continue reading Holy Spittle (Bible vs. Hadith)
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