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2. TONIGHT’S STUDY A LOOK AT THE FAITH OF ISLAM – Part 1 “The Koran – One of the sacred Works of Islam” IS THE ISLAMIC FAITH FROM GOD OR FROM MEN? Matthew 15:13 “But he {Jesus Christ emph. JC} answered and said, Every plant, which my heavenly Father hath not planted, shall be rooted up.” The King James Version, (Cambridge: Cambridge) 1769.

3. THE SCRIPTURES TEACH…. • John 14:6 • “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” • The King James Version, (Cambridge: Cambridge) 1769.

4. THE SCRIPTURES TEACH…. • Acts 4:12 • “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.” • The King James Version, (Cambridge: Cambridge) 1769.

5. THE SCRIPTURES TEACH…. • Eph. 5:6-11 • “Let no man deceive you with vain words: for because of these things cometh the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience. Be not ye therefore partakers with them. For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light: (For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth;) Proving what is acceptable unto the Lord. And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.” • The King James Version, (Cambridge: Cambridge) 1769.

6. THE SCRIPTURES TEACH…. • Eph 5:13-14 • But all things that are reproved are made manifest by the light: for whatsoever doth make manifest is light. Wherefore he saith, Awake thou that sleepest, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give thee light. • The King James Version, (Cambridge: Cambridge) 1769.

7. Brief Facts Of Islam To Consider • Islam is the 2nd largest religion in the world after Christianity. • Of the Major World Religions it is the baby – with an origin date of 622 A.D. • It is a monotheistic faith and originated in the Middle East. • The faiths of Judaism, Christianity and Islamic are all considered or collectively known as “Abrahamic Religions”. • This is due to the fact that each traces their history back to the covenant that God made with Abraham in Genesis 12:1-3 • In our next charts we will note the comparison between these three faiths.

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14. The History Of The Islamic Faith • ISLAM IS BUILT AROUND MUHAMMAD. • Ubu'l Kaassim was born in A.D. 570 into the Koreish tribe, which cared for religious pilgrims and the Kaaba Shrine in Mecca, Arabia. • The Arabians descended in part from Ishmael and his twelve sons. They were nomads and caravan traders, dwelling in Midian, the Sinai peninsula, and Arabia. cf. (Gen. 16;12; 25:12-18; 37:25-28, 36; Judges 8:24; 1 Kings 10:15) • The Arabians were polytheistic and came to Mecca to see a small building called the Kaaba which housed 360 Images and the Black Stone (supposedly given to Abraham by the Angel Gabriel).

15. The History Of The Islamic Faith • As a young man Ubu'l travelled with Caravans and was exposed to Rabbinic Judaism, apostate Christianity and many forms of idolatry and mysticism. He married the owner of a caravan business and often meditated in a cave on Mt. Hira near Mecca. • One night in 610, he claimed to receive a vision telling him to read, recite, or proclaim "in the name of thy Lord," but he knew not whether this was divine or demonic in origin. • His wife convinced him that it was divine. Ubu'l said his name was changed to Muhammad ("highly praised") by the messenger --- the angel Gabriel. All his "revelations" were collected shortly after his death into a book called THE KORAN (the reading, recitation, or proclamation).

16. The History Of The Islamic Faith • The Arabs embraced many gods, with Allah as the chief god. Muhammad rejected idolatry, emphasized Allah's or God's oneness, and claimed to be God's true prophet. • Opposition in Mecca forced him to flee to Yathrib in 622. This Hegira or flight by night marked the official beginning of his religious movement and of the Islamic Calendar. Yathrib changed its name to Medina ("The City of the Prophet") and Muhammad ruled. • He raided Mecca's caravans and waged successful war until Mecca surrendered to him in 630. He removed all idols from the Kaaba and died in 632. His religion is called ISLAM ("to submit" to God) and a follower MUSLIM or MOSLEM ("one who submits").

17. The Spread Of Islam • Muhammad united most of the warring tribes and factions of Arabia. Within 20 years of his death, fierce Arab armies had taken Syria, Iraq, Palestine, Egypt, and the Persian Empire. • The Arabs swept southward from Asia Minor through North Africa on to Spain, Portugal, and France --- where they were stopped at the Battle of Tours in 732. By persuasion and force, Islam spread into India, Pakistan, East Pakistan, and the islands of the South West Pacific Ocean (Indonesia, Philippines, etc.). • Over 700 million Moslems dominate 42 countries in Asia, Europe, and Africa. Islam is the world's fastest growing religion.

18. The Islamic Faith In The USA • W.D. Fard (Farrad Muhammad) began the black Muslims in Detroit, Michigan in the 1930's primarily as an anti-white movement. • An associate, Elijah Poole (Elijah Muhammad), led the cult later. • Treated as heretical at first by Islam, the black Muslims are accepted now under their new name "World Community of Islam in the West."

19. THE FAITH OF ISLAM • Islam teaches five fundamental Articles of Faith: • GOD --- The oneness of God is emphasized. Muhammad thought Christians worshipped the Father, the Son, and Mary --- blasphemy to him. God's greatness and power overshadowed His personal grace and love toward man. • ANGELS --- Four archangels include Gabriel, the messenger of revelation. There are an indefinite number of other angels. Jinn are creatures from Arabian traditions, standing between the position of angels and men, created of smokeless flame. They are unseen but may appear as animals or men, and can help or hurt. Jinns are a carry- over from polytheism and are worshipped by some Muslims. The devil is a fallen angel or a Jinn.

20. THE FAITH OF ISLAM • PROPHETS ---There have been many thousands of prophets, 313 of them designated "apostles," and six who brought new dispensations: Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad. Muhammad is the last and greatest of all prophets. • DIVINE BOOKS--- Of the 104 divine books given to prophets, only four remain: The law given to Moses, the Psalms to David, the Gospel to Jesus, and the Koran to Muhammad. The Koran is the final revelation of the true religion. Where the Koran and Bible conflict, parts of the Bible have been lost or corrupted.

21. THE FAITH OF ISLAM • JUDGMENT DAY --- All men will be raised and judged at the last day. Faithful Muslims will go to paradise to recline on couches, to receive plenty of good food and wine, to marry an abundance of wives (though wine and over four wives are forbidden on earth). All who reject Islam suffers in boiling water and metal. • DECREES OF GOD --- This sixth article of faith is often added. All good and evil comes directly from God's Will. Man's impression of free will and choice is God's creation. Fatalism and lethargy have plagued many Muslims.

22. THE FAITH OF ISLAMIslam requires "Five Pillars" as a Code of Conduct: • CONFESSION --- Anyone can become a Muslim upon the confession: "There is no God but Allah; Muhammad is the prophet of Allah.“ • PRAYER --- Ritual prayers in Arabic are required at five specific times each day. The person faces Mecca and performs stances, prostrations, and rituals of cleansing. On Friday there is a public meeting at the mosque for prayers and exhortations.

23. THE FAITH OF ISLAMIslam requires "Five Pillars" as a Code of Conduct: • FAST --- During the month of Ramadan, Muslims abstain from all forms of food, drink, smoking, and sexual intercourse during daylight hours. This teaches self-control and sympathy for the needy. • ALMS --- Alms are levied to help the poor in addition to free will gifts.

24. THE FAITH OF ISLAMIslam requires "Five Pillars" as a Code of Conduct: • PILGRIMAGE --- A pilgrimage to Mecca is required if possible at least once in a lifetime. The pilgrim performs a number of rituals and visits the Kaaba to see the Black Stone. • HOLY WAR --- A sixth pillar applies to adult males. They are to answer any legal call to Holy War against non-Muslims.

25. THE FAITH OF ISLAM • In addition to the "Inspired" Koran, Muslims Slavishly follow the Traditions --- • Uninspired Records of Muhammad's Words, Deeds, and Habits. • Using the Koran, the Traditions, and their own counsel, Islamic leaders prescribe the SHARI'A or the Law Covering every possible aspect of life (ethics, morality, criminal and civil laws, even proper use of toothpick, etc.).

26. THE SYSTEM OF FORGIVENESS • Islam is a system for man working and earning his way to heaven, but provides no atonement for sin. • The "glad tidings" is that men must believe in Allah and do good works. • The Muslim prays for forgiveness and is especially promised pardon in making the pilgrimage to Mecca or dying in a Holy War. • But there is no atonement or basis upon which God can forgive sin while maintaining justice. • Seeing no need for the atonement, Islam denies Jesus Died on the cross. • He appeared to die but it was really Judas --- God took Jesus to heaven without death. • He will return to earth later, die, and be buried next to Muhammad.

27. In Conclusion…. • Islam has the wrong starting Date! • Islam has the wrong starting Place! • Islam has the wrong doctrine! • Islam has no atonement for sins! • Islam is a meritorious system of faith! • ISLAM IS NOT OF GOD – IT IS OF MAN

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