The Nicene Creed was a pivotal statement of Christian faith formulated in the 4th century. It originated from the First Council of Nicaea in 325 CE, a gathering of Christian bishops convened in the city of Nicaea (now İznik, Turkey) by the Roman Emperor Constantine I (r. 306-337 CE). This council was the first effort … Continue reading Nicene Creed Theological Blunders
Jesus and Cathedrals
Churches and cathedrals are some of the most elaborate and expensive buildings ever constructed. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City: Arguably the most renowned Catholic church in the world, St. Peter's Basilica is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Its construction spanned over a century (1506-1626), involving legendary artists like Michelangelo and Bramante. The church was funded … Continue reading Jesus and Cathedrals
Jesus ≠ God
Trinitarians claim that Jesus is God. [5:17] Pagans indeed are those who say that GOD is the Messiah, the son of Mary. Say, "Who could oppose GOD if He willed to annihilate the Messiah, son of Mary, and his mother, and everyone on earth?" To GOD belongs the sovereignty of the heavens and the earth, and … Continue reading Jesus ≠ God
Debunking Anachronism Claims in Quran
An anachronism is a term used to describe something out of place in terms of time or chronology. It refers to an object, a person, a phrase, a technology, or any other element that doesn't fit the time period in which it is found. An example of an anachronism would be stating that George Washington … Continue reading Debunking Anachronism Claims in Quran
Quran as Healing
The word for healing in the Quran comes from the root "shin-fa-ya" ( ش ف ي ) and occurs six times in the Quran. wayashfiوَيَشْفِand He heals / cool9:14:8washifāonوَشِفَآءٌand a healing10:57:8shifāonشِفَآءٌa healing16:69:17shifāonشِفَآءٌa healing17:82:6yashfīniيَشْفِينِ[He] heals me.26:80:4washifāonوَشِفَآءٌand a healing."41:44:16 Physical Healing Three of these occurences are in reference to healing of the body. [9:14] You shall fight them, … Continue reading Quran as Healing
Breath of Life
The root "nun-fa-kh" ( ن ف خ ) occurs twenty times in the Quran and has the derivative meaning to: to blow with the mouth; breath The root is used 20 times in the Quran: Once for the creation of the human being (32:9) Two times for the creation of Adam (15:29, 38:72) Two times … Continue reading Breath of Life
Miracles & Timing (Part III)
In the initial article from this series, we delved into the dual mechanisms through which God enacts miracles in our world. The first method is encapsulated in the divine command, "Be" (kun / كُن ), which instantaneously brings into being what is decreed (fayakūnu / فَيَكُونُ ). The second method involves the intricate weaving of … Continue reading Miracles & Timing (Part III)
Anatomy of a Miracle (Part II)
In the first article, we delved into the dual modalities through which God can manifest miracles. The first mode is encapsulated in the command "Be" (kun / كُن ), then it becomes (fayakūnu / فَيَكُونُ), which instantaneously manifests God's will into reality. The second mode operates through the principle of predestination, where the miracle is … Continue reading Anatomy of a Miracle (Part II)
Two Kinds of Miracles (Part I)
In this four-part series of articles, God willing, I hope to update our understanding of how we define a miracle, unpack what it is, and its implications according to the Quran. Often, people equate a miracle to how it comes to manifestation, but as we will see in this first article, how a miracle comes … Continue reading Two Kinds of Miracles (Part I)
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