Four Revealed Holy Books In Islam – Books Of Allah

1. Four Revealed Holy Books In Islam – Books Of Allah Belief in divine books is the third article of faith in Islam books of Allah. “And who believe in what has been revealed to you, [O Muhammad], and what was revealed before you, and of the Hereafter they are certain [in faith]” (Quran, 2:4) . Thus, a Muslim is required to believe in all the All the holy books were revealed as the uncreated word of Allah. Islam is ahead of the other Abrahamic faiths (Judaism and Christianity), with regard to its affirmation of Allah’s revelations. The Quran affirms the fact that Allah revealed divine books to His messengers: “We have already sent Our messengers with clear evidences and sent down with them the Scripture and the balance that the people may maintain [their affairs] in justice” (Quran, 57:25). As for how many Islamic holy books there are, our Deen (Religion) confirms the existence of four clearly- named revelations. In the eras during which the scriptures were revealed, they sought to explain the purpose of life and people’s obligations. These included duties to Allah as well as humans. The books of Allah serve as proof against people, as they have no excuse for being disobedient or heedless. The names of these holy books, as per Islamic teachings, are Tawrat, Zabur, Injil, and Quran. Tawrat The Tawrat is the holy book which was revealed to Prophet Musa (AS). It was the scripture by virtue of which Musa (AS) and Haroon (AS) urged the Israelites to obey Allah. It was God’s message, an order to worship Him alone, and it contained guidance and principles for the people of Musa (AS).

2. As Muslims, we are not supposed to affirm the divine nature of any versions of the Tawrat that may be in existence today. Indeed, the Tawrat was corrupted by those who followed their whims and desires, seeking to reinvent its pure teachings. This book can no longer be found in its original form as a result of tampering. Hence, Muslims are required to only believe in the truth and validity of the original, uncorrupted version of the Tawrat. By the same token, we are to reject all existing, corrupted editions of the Tawrat. “Indeed, We sent down the Torah, in which was guidance and light. The prophets who submitted [to Allah] judged by it for the Jews, as did the rabbis and scholars by that with which they were entrusted of the Scripture of Allah, and they were witnesses thereto. So do not fear the people but fear Me, and do not exchange My verses for a small price. And whoever does not judge by what Allah has revealed – then it is those who are the disbelievers” (Quran, 5:44). Zabur The Zabur is the holy book referred to as the “book of Psalms” in the Noble Quran. Zabur was revealed to Dawud (AS), so that he may invite his people to the right path. Muslims are to affirm that the Zabur, in its original form, was a revelation of Allah. On the other hand, any versions of it that exist currently shall not be endorsed or deemed divine in origin. This is because it, like the Tawrat, was altered and stripped of its initial authenticity. “Indeed, We have revealed to you, [O Muhammad], as We revealed to Noah and the prophets after him. And we revealed to Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, the Descendants, Jesus, Job, Jonah, Aaron, and Solomon, and to David, We gave the book [of Psalms]” (Quran, 4:163). Injil The Injil is the holy book, also known as the Gospel. It was revealed to Prophet Isa (AS), a prophet born of a miraculous birth, who performed several miracles by Allah’s leave. Isa (AS) delivered the message of Allah to the children of Israel. The Injil’s original version was lost as it was drastically

3. modified with time, similarly to the aforementioned holy texts. Consequently, Muslims ought to believe in the originally revealed Injil and reject all distorted editions. “And We sent, following in their footsteps, Jesus, the son of Mary, confirming that which came before him in the Torah; and We gave him the Gospel, in which was guidance and light and confirming that which preceded it of the Torah as guidance and instruction for the righteous” (Quran, 5:46). Quran The Glorious Quran is Allah’s final revelation, revealed to Muhammad (PBUH), the Seal of the Prophets. It differs from the previous revelations in many ways, and Muslims are obliged to understand and believe in all these differences. It was revealed in Arabic, but its teachings are incumbent on all humans, regardless of language and country. Following it alone is obligatory, as it is the final authority. It either overrules or affirms the laws within prior religious texts. Moreover, it differs from the other revealed books in its preservation. While no other holy book’s pure nature has withstood the test of time, the Quran remains unchanged fourteen centuries after its arrival. The Quran is remarkably unique in many ways. Its miraculous nature ensures that no one can imitate it, to even a minute degree. The Holy Quran is the final Word of Allah, and He vowed to shield it from corruption and distortion. It confirms the truth of the previous texts and abrogates them, establishing its esteemed status as the sole divine book whose laws must be adhered to. “The Trustworthy Spirit has brought it down, Upon your heart, [O Muhammad] – that you may be of the warners – In a clear Arabic language” (Quran, 26:193-195). “This day I have perfected for you your religion and completed My favor upon you and have approved for you Islam as religion” (Quran, 5:3). “Indeed, it is We who sent down the Qur’an, and indeed, We will be its guardian” (Quran, 15:9). Conclusion The three divinely revealed scriptures that preceded the Quran primarily contained stories of creation and previous nations, prophecies, etc. In addition, they brought legal rulings regarding permissible and impermissible matters. These scriptures were specifically revealed to the people of particular eras and locations. In time they were corrupted, though we can still affirm the unadulterated parts that agree with the Quran. Meanwhile, the Quran is aimed at all of mankind, overruling all the texts that were revealed before it. Therefore, it is legally binding on people of all races and tribes. Belief in the holy books helps us appreciate Allah’s Mercy, for He sent messengers bearing messages of truth to the various people inhabiting the Earth, giving them every chance to embrace the truth and attain His Pleasure