In the previous two articles linked below, we looked at how the messenger being challenged to bring masses from the sky cannot be regarding Muhammad. In this third part, we will discuss another proof as to why this challenge cannot be regarding Muhammad. For reference, here are the verses: [17:90] They said, “We will not believe … Continue reading Who Claimed Masses From The Sky (Part III)
Qiraat ≠ Ahruf
In a previous blog post, we examined the lack of consensus among scholars regarding the meaning of the Quran's supposed seven Ahruf and the many contradictions that exist in the various interpretations. In this article, we look specifically at the claim that the seven Ahruf are connected to the various readings of the Quran. Narrated … Continue reading Qiraat ≠ Ahruf
These letters are proofs
The Quran contains 114 suras, of which 29 are prefixed with initials. In eight of the occurrences of these initials, it follows with some variation of the statement "til'ka āyātu l-kitāb" ( تِلْكَ ءَايَـٰتُ ٱلْكِتَـٰب ) which translates to "this is proofs of the book." Some misunderstand this verse and think that "ayat" means verses, … Continue reading These letters are proofs
Hadith & Women
The Hadith is particularly disparaging towards women. Below are some of the most egregious Hadith from the most revered Sahih Hadith compilations, most notably Sahih Bukhari and Muslim. These narrations insult the prophet and the religion and hopefully can serve as an eye-opener to why the entire Hadith corpus needs to be discarded. This is … Continue reading Hadith & Women
David and Solomon’s Judgment (21:79)
The following verses describe a situation that transpired regarding David and Solomon. [21:78] And David and Solomon, when they once ruled with regard to someone's crop that was destroyed by another's sheep. We witnessed their judgment. وَدَاوُۥدَ وَسُلَيْمَـٰنَ إِذْ يَحْكُمَانِ فِى ٱلْحَرْثِ إِذْ نَفَشَتْ فِيهِ غَنَمُ ٱلْقَوْمِ وَكُنَّا لِحُكْمِهِمْ شَـٰهِدِينَ [21:79] We granted Solomon the correct understanding, … Continue reading David and Solomon’s Judgment (21:79)
Prophet did not read or write any previous scripture (29:48)
The purpose of this article is only to address the argument some use to claim that verse 48 of Sura 29 (Al-‘Ankaboot / العنكبوت ) indicates that the prophet was illiterate and incapable of reading or writing. Below is the Arabic and the word-by-word translation of the verse. [29:48] You did not read the previous scriptures, … Continue reading Prophet did not read or write any previous scripture (29:48)
Names vs. Concepts
The Freakonomics podcast recently did a series on the Nobel Laureate and theoretical physicist Richard Feynman (1918-1988). Feynman was one of the brightest minds in science and contributed to particle physics, the Manhattan Project, and figuring out the root cause of the Challenger disaster. But, what set Feynman apart from other great scientists was his … Continue reading Names vs. Concepts
The Moral Event Horizon
An event horizon of a black hole is the boundary surrounding a black hole beyond which no light or other forms of electromagnetic radiation can escape. Essentially, it marks the point at which the gravitational pull of the black hole becomes so strong that escape velocity exceeds the speed of light, rendering it impossible for … Continue reading The Moral Event Horizon
Does God forgive the sedentary?
In Sura 4:95, it states that God promises salvation for the sedentary, yet in 9:84, it states they are irredeemable and disbelievers. So, how do we reconcile this? [4:95] Not equal are the sedentary among the believers who are not handicapped, and those who strive in the cause of GOD with their money and their … Continue reading Does God forgive the sedentary?
Illogical Verse of the Quran?
Recently, someone published a video identifying a verse from the Quran that he claims is illogical. The verse is 43:45, and the individual claims there are two problems with this verse. [43:45] Check the messengers we sent before you: "Have we ever appointed any other gods—beside the Most Gracious—to be worshiped?" وَسْـَٔلْ مَنْ أَرْسَلْنَا مِن قَبْلِكَ … Continue reading Illogical Verse of the Quran?
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