Jesus Christ, son of God? Part 2 of 2

Open Jesus himself called never "Sons of God" recognize as Christian clergy, but they claim that others do so. It has an answer.

Investigation of the manuscripts which make up the New Testament, there is the status of so called "son" of Jesus based on the poor translation from two Greek words - Pais and Huios, both which are translated as "Son". However, this translation appears disingenuous. Of the Greek word Pais derives from the Hebrew Ebed, which carries the meaning of slave or servant first. Therefore, is the primary translation of Pais Iesùs "Servant of God" with "Child" or "Sons of God", is an extravagant beautification. "" According to the theological dictionary of the New Testament, "the Hebrew original of PAIs in sentence País Iesùs, i.e., Ebed, carries a constraint on the personal relationship and first the importance of" slave. "" "[1] It is interesting, because it fits perfectly with the prophecy of Isaiah 42: 1, confirmed in Matthew 12: 18:" Behold, my servant [that is, the Pais Greek], I, my lover in my soul is happy... "." »

If someone corrected Bible read the King James version, new version of King James, new standard version or Luther, is the word "Servant" in all cases. The purpose of which is revelation, to understand the truth about God could an unsightly mole on the face of the divine teaching of the status of the son think this passage. After all, what a better place for God his son explains Jesus? "What better place would say,"Behold, my son, that I created...".?

But it says no, that. In fact, the doctrine lacks biblical support in the words of Jesus and God registered, and there are good reasons to questions why. Unless, of course, that is, Jesus this passage was described nothing more than the servant of God.

To the religious use of the word Ebed "is the term used as an expression of humility, used from the righteous before God."[2] Also after 100 b.c. Pais Iesùs means"more frequently" servant of God "so that when applied to Moses and the prophets or three children (bar.)". 01: 20; 02: 20; (Daniel 09: 35). "" [3] A person can easily into the doctrinal quicksand get: "eight instances of this term, it refers to Israel (Lk. 01: 54), two call David (Lk 1: 69);" (04: 25 Acts of the Apostles) and the other five to Jesus (Mt. 12: 18;) 03: 13, 26 Acts; 04: 27, 30).... In the few cases where Jesus is called Pais Iesùs obviously early tradition we. "[4] Were not the exclusive rights to the term Jesus and where he employs the term was" apparently "derived" early tradition. In addition, all individuals should identify translation, if impartial, applied their expression in a similar way. So, however was not the case. Then, that the Pais was translated "Servant" to David (acts 04: 25 and Luke 1: 69) and Israel (Luke 01: 54), it is translated "son" or "Holy child", in relation to Jesus (acts 03: 13 03: 26, 04: 27, 04: 30). Such preferential treatment is canonically consistent, but logically incorrect.

"Finally an interesting without a key, religious parallel is discovered:" the Greek expression Pais TOU Iesùs, servant of God ", therefore has exactly the same connotation as the Muslim name Abdallah -"Servant of God"". ""[5]

The symmetry is still shocking, because the Holy Quran of Jesus refers Abdallah with it even as this (Abd is Arabic for slave or servant, Abd-Allah [also written "Abdullah"] meaning slave or servant of Allah). With the child Jesus, accuse again in her family according to the story as Mary they be chaste. Speaking from the cradle in a miracle, who believe its claims to, baby Jesus defended the virtue of the mother with the words: "Inni Abdullah …", which means "I am indeed a servant of God..." (TMQ 19: 30)

As well, the translation of Greek Huios of the new testament of "Son" is broken (in the truest sense of the word). On the page 1210 Kittel and dictionary of theological Frederick of the New Testament, meaning the Huios travel allow the literal (Jesus, son of Mary), easily metaphorical (faithful son of the King [Matthew 17: 25-26]), politely metaphorical (elected representatives of God son of Abraham [Luke 19: 9]), to colloquially metaphorical (as son of God, believers [Matt 7: 9] and Heb. 12: 5), spiritually metaphorical (student, the son of Pharisees [Matt 12]): 27Actes 23: 6]), to biologically metaphorical (as in John 19: 26, where Jesus his pupil Marie describes as"son" preferred,), dangerous metaphorically, "Son of the Kingdom" (Matt 08: 12), "Son of peace" (Luke. 10: 6), "Sons of light" (Luke. 16: 8) and all the "son of this world" (Luke 16: 8) "Son of Thunder" (mark 03: 17). It is as if this misunderstood word for "Son" waving a large sign is on the fat is drawn: metaphor! "" Or, as Stanton, eloquent, "voice most experts, that the Hebrew or Aramaic word behind"its "to" server."" So that falls the spirit of Jesus at his baptism, Jesus 42: 1 is aimed by the voice of the sky on Isaiah: ' here is my servant … my chosen... I have him. "If 01: 11 and 9: 7 claim the mark that Jesus is called in a special messianic task from God, the focus on the role of Jesus as the servant is anointed as son of God."[6]

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Notes:
[1] Kittel, Gerhard and Gerhard Friedrich (hrsg.). 1985 Theological dictionary of the New Testament. Translated by Geoffrey w. Bromiley. William B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., Paternoster Press Ltd. p. 763.
[2] Ibid. at p. 763.
[3] Ibid. at p. 765.
[4] Ibid. at p. 767.
[5] Carmichael, Joel, m.a. 1962. The death of Jesus. New York: The Macmillan company. p. 255-6.
[6] Stanton, Graham n. 1989. The Gospels and Jesus. Oxford University Press. p. 225.

Article by Laurence b. Brown, (http://www.truetojesus.com/)

A graduate of the residence scholarship of Cornell University, Faculty of medicine at Brown University and George Washington University Hospital, Laurence b. Brown is an ophthalmic surgeon, a former air force officer and medical director and Chief ophthalmologist a centre large eyes. He is also an interfaith Pastor with a doctorate in theology and a doctorate in religion and the author of several books of fiction based on reality and comparative religious studies. His work, visit his website, Www.LevelTruth.com.

 

Why Do Muslims Fast?

Article by Dr Bilal Philips

Most of us who are fighting the battle of the bulge have experimented with some form of fasting, like an all fruit fast, a water fast or an sugar-free fast, you name it. But what many may find rather strange and intriguing is a whole nation of people; be it man or woman, old or young, rich or poor; going completely without food and drink from dawn to dusk for a whole month – Ramadan. What is the significance of Ramadan beyond shortened work hours? Is it not a very harsh practice? Is it merely a time when Muslims sleep and fast and hardly work all day; and eat, drink, enjoy and stay awake all night? What really is the spirit of Ramadan?

Fasting Prescribed in All Religions

In English “fasting” means to abstain from food or from certain kinds of food voluntarily, as an observance of a holy day or as a token of grief, sorrow, or repentance.[1] This practice can be found in most of the major religions of the world. For example, in Hinduism, fasting in Sanskrit is called upavaasa. Devout Hindus observe fasting on special occasions as a mark of respect to their personal gods or as a part of their penance. Most devout Indians fast regularly or on special occasions like festivals. On such days they do not eat at all, eat once or make do with fruits or a special diet of simple food.[2] For Jews, the day Yom Kippur (“Day of Atonement”) is the last of the Ten Days of Repentance observed on the 10th of Tishri. It is forbidden on that day to eat, drink, wash, wear leather, or have sexual relations. In addition, prohibitions on labor similar to those on the Sabbath are in force.[3] It should also be noted that Moses (peace be upon him) is recorded in the Torah to have fasted.

“And he was there with the Lord 40 days and 40 nights, he neither ate bread not drank water.” (Exodus 34:28)

For Catholics among Christians, Lent is the major season of fasting, imitative of the forty-day fast of Jesus (peace be upon him). In the fourth century it was observed as six weeks of fasting before Easter or before Holy Week. It was adjusted to forty days of actual fasting in most places in the seventh century.[4] Jesus (peace be upon him) is recorded in the Gospels to have fasted like Moses.

“And he fasted 40 days and 40 nights, and afterward he was hungry.” (Matthew 4:2 & Luke 4:2)

It is in this context that God states in the Quran: “O believers! Fasting has been prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you in order that you become more conscious of God.” (Quran 2:183)

Among the Best Righteous Deeds

Although in most religions, fasting is for expiation of sin or atonement for sin, in Islam it is primarily to bring one closer to God, as stated in the above-mentioned verse. Since, God-consciousness is the prerequisite for righteousness, great stress is placed on fasting in Islam. Thus, it is not surprising to find that when Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him, was asked:

“Which is the best deed?” He replied, “Fasting, for there is nothing equal to it.” (Al-Nasa’i)

There are as many levels of fasting as there are facets to being human. Proper fasting should encompass all dimensions of human existence for it to have the divinely intended effect. The following are some of the major levels of fasting:

To be continued…

Source: http://www.islamhouse.com/

 

 

Why do Muslims Fast ? Part 02

Article by Bilal Philips

The Ritual Level
This level of fasting requires that the basic rules for fasting be fulfilled, which are avoiding food, drink and sexual intercourse between dawn and sunset for 29 or 30 days each year. On this level, one is basically following the letter of the laws regarding fasting without particular consideration for the spirit of fasting. It is the entrance level which must be fulfilled for the fast to be Islamicly correct, but the other levels must be added for the fast to have any real impact on the fasting person. Fasting on this level alone will not benefit one spiritually, except from the perspective of submission to divine instructions, if one chooses to follow the ritual consciously and not merely according to tradition. Thus, by itself, the ritual level will not purify one of sin or atone for sin.

The Physical Level
Fasting on the “physical” level causes the fasting person to experience the pangs of hunger and thirst when the prophetic (Sunnah) way of fasting is observed. Prophet Muhammad used to consume a very light meal before the dawn (suhoor) and moderate meal (iftaar) to break the fast at sunset, while scrupulously avoiding filling his stomach.

He is reported to have said:
“The worst container a human being can fill is his stomach. A few morsels of food to keep a person’s back straight are sufficient. However, if his desire overcomes him, then let him eat a third, drink a third and leave a third for breathing.” (Ibn Majah)

This level allows the fasting person to experience the pangs of hunger and thirst and thereby develops sympathy in him or her for those starving and dying of thirst in other parts of the world.

Medical Benefits
On the physical level, some chemicals in the brain that transmit messages and create feelings, called neurotransmitters, are affected by fasting. Fasting encourages the endorphin neurotransmitter system, related to the feeling of well being and euphoria, to produce more endorphins and, in fact, makes us “feel” better. This is similar to the effect of exercise (but without the physical work).It has also been noted by medical experts that fasting improves the physical health in numerous ways. For example, during the fast the body uses up stored cholesterol (fat) that is often deposited in the blood system, as well as in other fatty areas of the body. Thus, it helps to keep the body firm and minimizes the danger of heart attacks. The difference between the ritual level 1 and the physical level 2 is that a person dong only ritual fasting may eat large meals prior to beginning the fast and immediately upon ending the fast, and thus not feel any hunger or thirst throughout the whole month. However, like level one, if the fasting person does not incorporate the other levels of fasting, the fast will only be physically exhausting. The Prophet said: “Perhaps a fasting person will gain nothing but hunger  and thirst from fasting.”(Ibn Majah)

The Libidinal Level
The sexual instinct and drives (libido) are harnessed on this level of fasting. In these times where the media continually plays on  sexual desires to promote and sell products, the ability to control these powerful desires is a plus. Fasting physically reduces sexual  desires and the fact that the fasting person has to avoid anything which could stimulate him psychologically helps to further lower the libido. Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him, said: “O youths, whoever among you is able to  marry let him do so, for it restrains the eyes and protects the private parts. He who is unable to marry should fast, because it is a shield.” (Saheeh Al-Bukhari) By restraining oneself from sexual acts which are permissible, the fasting person makes it easier for himself to restrain himself from forbidden sexual acts when he is not fasting.

(to be continued, inshahAllah…(GOD Willing))

How the Bible led me to Islam: the story of a former Christian youth Minister - Joshua Evans

Is the God of Jesus Christ or only a prophet?
Claim he never to be God?
Why he chose Islam?
Why am I not a Christian?

Brother Joshua grew up with his grandparents in Greenville, South Carolina at home very strict Methodist.

In his youth he was very engaged in the Church and a small Bible College he eventually studied in his hometown with the intention of register in Bob Jones University.

He was learning how the Bible in Hebrew and Greek to read and was very interested in the textual criticism of the Bible. It was intense Bible study that he read the Bible, over a half a dozen times during these years. In this way, he realized that there are several inconsistencies and contradictions.

He recognized that the Bible the word of God was peculiar, as it always taught been. Finally, Christianity left and find the truth about God elsewhere.

The topic: like the Bible led to Islam?
A presentation by brother of Joshua Evans

(Islamic Institute of Orange County, Omar Masjid Al Farouk Anaheim, California, United States February 6, 2009)

Part atheist - 01

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Inclusion of the Australia of Islam is dedicated to sharing the true teachings of Islam with non-Muslims and new Muslims spiritual and social services a non-profit based organization in Perth. We strive to comply with the true teachings of Islam at any time.

Some of the funds that we seek to achieve our goals, are:

1. You answer for free read Islamic and audiovisual equipment to interested parties from non-Muslims, their questions and follow up with them.

2 Order free Quran and other Islamic literature

(3) The publication of the magazine ' the Islam closer look ' every 2 months, the article contains to the make aware to non-Muslims of Islam.

(4) The program look at Islam TV consisting of short of the episodes of the production.

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Welcome to the Australia Islam

Inclusion of the Australia of Islam is dedicated to sharing the true teachings of Islam with non-Muslims and new Muslims spiritual and social services a non-profit based organization in Perth. We strive to comply with the true teachings of Islam at any time.

Some of the funds that we seek to achieve our goals, are:

1. You answer for free read Islamic and audiovisual equipment to interested parties from non-Muslims, their questions and follow up with them.

2 Order free Quran and other Islamic literature

(3) The publication of the magazine ' the Islam closer look ' every 2 months, the article contains to the make aware to non-Muslims of Islam.

(4) The program look at Islam TV consisting of short of the episodes of the production.