How many words are in the Qur'an? Paid Members Public
How many words are in the Qur'an? By Samuel Green Synopsis How many words are in the Qur’an? This may seem like a straight forward question to answer, but when one searches one is presented with multiple answers. For instance, Al-Suyuti gives three answers: 77934, 77437, and
The Temple and Islamic Theology Paid Members Public
The Temple and Islamic Theology Samuel Green The temple in Jerusalem is central to the Bible. The books of Exodus and Leviticus give the theology and rituals that were practiced in the temple. The books of Kings, Chronicles, and Ezra, have the temple as a central theme. The prophets and
Surah 15:9 and the preservation of the Qur'an Paid Members Public
Surah 15:9 and the preservation of the Qur'an Samuel Green Introduction Surah 15:9 reads, Indeed we have sent down the Reminder and indeed we are guardians of it. (Qur'an 15:9) This verse promises that Allah will guard the "Reminder". In this
Origen and the Text of the New Testament Paid Members Public
Origen and the Text of the New Testament Samuel Green This article examines a statement found in the writings of Origen regarding the text of the New Testament and how this statement is used in Christian-Muslim dialogue. In Christian-Muslim dialogue the reliability of the New Testament text is often discussed
Justin Martyr, the Memoirs, and the Gospel Paid Members Public
Justin Martyr, the Memoirs, and the Gospel By Samuel Green Introduction Justin Martyr (AD 100 - c. 165) was an early Christian apologist. His writings give us an important glimpse into early Christianity. Bart Ehrman refers to Justin Martyr and makes the following claims about the Gospels. When the Gospels
Was Jesus Crucified? Paid Members Public
Was Jesus Crucified? The Bible, the Qur'an, and History Samuel Green INTRODUCTION Was Jesus crucified? This is a question Christians and Muslims often discuss. Christians are taught from the Bible and history that Jesus was publicly crucified and killed on a Roman cross around AD 33. His death
Another Choice: The Teaching of Ahmed Deedat Paid Members Public
ANOTHER CHOICE The Teaching of Ahmed Deedat By Samuel Green The first to present his case seems right, till another comes forward and questions him. (Proverbs 18:17, NIV) Ahmed Deedat (d. 2005) wrote many books, gave talks and was involved in public debates. His material continues to be widely
What does the Qur'an say about the Jewish and Christian Scriptures Paid Members Public
WHAT DOES THE QUR'AN SAY ABOUT THE JEWISH AND CHRISTIAN SCRIPTURES? By Samuel Green On many occasions I have heard Muslims attack the Bible. Some seem keen to slander it anyway they can. But what does the Qur'an say about it? This article examines what the