More Biblical Verses and Islamic Interpretations of Prophet Muhammed in the Bible
Throughout the Bible, many verses are considered by Muslim scholars to be prophecies about the coming of Prophet Muhammad. These interpretations often focus on the geographic references, symbolic language, and historical context of the texts. Here are additional verses and their Islamic interpretations:
1. John 14:16-17 (KJV):
"And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you forever; even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you."
The "Comforter":
- Many Muslim scholars believe this "Comforter" refers to Prophet Muhammad. In Islamic tradition, Muhammad is seen as the final prophet who brought the ultimate guidance, the Quran, to humanity. The "Spirit of truth" is thought to symbolize the guidance that Muhammad would bring, which the world would initially reject but would ultimately embrace.
Why Muhammad?
- The term "Comforter" is interpreted as a reference to a prophet who would bring comfort and guidance after Jesus. Muhammad is seen in this context as the last messenger, fulfilling the prophecy of a new prophet who would continue the divine guidance from God.
2. Deuteronomy 18:18 (KJV):
"I will raise them up a Prophet from among their brethren, like unto thee, and will put my words in his mouth; and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him."
"A Prophet from among their brethren":
- Muslim scholars often argue that this verse refers to Prophet Muhammad. The phrase "from among their brethren" is interpreted as meaning that the **prophet would come from the descendants of Ishmael (the "brethren" of the Israelites, as Ishmael and Isaac were brothers, the sons of Abraham). Prophet Muhammad, born in Mecca, fits this description as he was a descendant of Ishmael through his son Kedar.
"Like unto thee":
- The phrase "like unto thee" is taken to mean that the prophet who comes after Moses will have a similar role in guiding the people, just as Moses was a lawgiver, so too was Muhammad, bringing the Quran as the final scripture.
3. Isaiah 42:1-4 (KJV):
"Behold my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles. He shall not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be heard in the street. A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth. He shall not fail nor be discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth: and the isles shall wait for his law."
The "Servant" and "Judgment to the Gentiles":
- Many Muslim scholars interpret this passage as a prophecy about Prophet Muhammad. In this passage, the "servant" is seen as someone who will bring judgment and truth to the Gentiles (non-Jews), a task that Muhammad fulfilled by spreading the message of Islam across the Arabian Peninsula and beyond.
"He shall not cry, nor lift up":
- The humble nature of this prophet is emphasized in the verse. Prophet Muhammad is described in Islamic tradition as being humble and peaceful in his approach, focusing on spreading the message of Islam without violence.
"The Isles shall wait for his law":
- This is interpreted as a prophecy pointing to the spread of Islam beyond the Arabian Peninsula, reaching distant lands or isles, which could be the far-reaching lands of the non-Arab world.
4. Song of Solomon 5:16 (KJV):
"His mouth is most sweet: yea, he is altogether lovely. This is my beloved, and this is my friend, O daughters of Jerusalem."
The "Beloved":
- Muslim interpreters have suggested that this verse, though part of a poetic text, refers to Prophet Muhammad. The phrase "altogether lovely" is often connected to Muhammad's physical and moral characteristics, which are praised in Hadith (sayings of the Prophet). Muhammad is often described as a person of beauty, grace, and kindness, making this passage an indirect reference to him.
"This is my friend":
- In Islamic tradition, Muhammad is referred to as the Beloved of God, and the idea of being a "friend" is significant in Islam. The prophet had a special relationship with God, and this line is interpreted by some as a symbolic reference to Muhammad's closeness to God.
5. Matthew 21:43 (KJV):
"Therefore say I unto you, The kingdom of God shall be taken from you, and given to a nation bringing forth the fruits thereof."
The "Nation":
- Some Muslim scholars interpret this verse as a prophecy about the coming of Islam and the Arab nations. After the rejection of the message of Jesus by some of the Jewish leaders, this verse is seen to indicate that the Kingdom of God would be taken from the Israelites and given to a new nation, one that would bring forth God's law and teachings.
Islam's Role:
- The "nation bringing forth the fruits" is seen as the Muslim Ummah (community), which, after the coming of Prophet Muhammad, brought forth the teachings of the Quran and established a civilization based on God’s law (Sharia). The establishment of Islam in the Arabian Peninsula and its spread to other parts of the world is seen as the fulfillment of this prophecy.
6. Acts 3:22 (KJV):
"For Moses truly said unto the fathers, A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brethren, like unto me; him shall ye hear in all things whatsoever he shall say unto you."
"A Prophet Like Unto Me":
- This verse is a direct reference to the coming of Prophet Muhammad, as it parallels the previous Deuteronomy passage. The phrase "like unto me" is understood to mean a prophet who will bring a law (similar to Moses), and Muhammad is often viewed as fulfilling this role by bringing the Quran as a new divine law for humanity.
Conclusion:
Throughout the Bible, many verses are interpreted by Muslim scholars as prophecies about the coming of Prophet Muhammad. From references in the Old Testament (such as Deuteronomy, Isaiah, and Genesis) to the New Testament (including John, Acts, and Matthew), there are multiple interpretations that suggest the fulfillment of God's promises through the Prophet Muhammad and the establishment of Islam. These prophecies are seen as part of the divine plan to guide humanity, with Muhammad bringing the final revelation through the Quran.
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