Belief in Messengers and Their Attributes

Did God Become a Man in Jesus Christ? Is Jesus God? Did He ever claim to be God? Dr. Zakir Naik is our guest on today’s show, Dr. Zakir is the President of Islamic Research Foundation, He is a dynamic international orator on Islam and Comparative Religion. Dr. Zakir has appeared on various international T.V. programmes and Satellite T.V. Channels Programmes. He has appeared on live interactive talk shows on radio in many countries. He has, Alhamdulillah, successfully overcome challenges from prominent personalities of other faiths in dialogues and debates. His most famous debate was held in Chicago, U.S.A. on April 1, 2000 with an American Medical Doctor and Missionary, Dr. William Campbell, on the topic, "The Bible and the Qur’an in the light of Science". He has authored books on Islam and Comparative Religion.

A marvelous episode from the Deenshow.com about the top ten reasons why Jesus (peace be upon him) is not a god. Brother Joshua Evans confirms that he can mention additional reasons along with what he said and that the reasons are not confined to these ten reasons. They are here in a descending order: 10- God cannot be born. 9- No explicit statement in which Jesus said, “I’m God” or “Worship me”. 8- No one can see God in this life. 7- Jesus never taught the Trinity. 6- God does not sleep, eat, drink, etc. Jesus slept, ate, drank, etc. 5- Jesus does not know everything. 4- Jesus explicitly states that he is not God. 3- The Bible does not call Jesus the son of God alone. 2- God cannot change. He is perfect. 1- God is the essence of the worship. He is the object of worship. Had Jesus been God, he would have told people to worship him. Truly, he did the exact opposite as in Matthew 15:9.

An article in English talks about the Islamic perspective on the Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him) and his original message in comparison with the Christian religion.

A program in English aims to increase our children’s awareness of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It mentions approximately all of his life's aspects from birth to death referring to his unique qualities and exemplary behavior, all of that are in a simple and concise way to be suitable for our children’s minds. Afterwards, it talks about five topics about his characteristics in dealing with the environment, women, children, animals, and even those who disagree with him on faith. Finally, it refers to some simple adhkaar (oral prayers) and good anasheed (songs) for our children.

A book in English in which Sh. Manea Al-Juhany discusses the following aspects of Christianity: (1) Mariam, the Virgin, (2) Glad tiding about Jesus' birth, (3) Why Christians claim that Jesus is the son of Allah, (4) Jesus' mission, (5) Being raised to heavens, and (6) His claimed crucifixion.

Three wonderful articles in English in which the writer refutes the allegations of those who wanted to challenge Prophet Muhammad's prophethood. In the beginning, the articles mention some proofs of his prophethood and counter the allegations that the Prophet (may Allah's peace and blessings be upon him) lied about what was revealed to him, in addition to responding to those who accused him of madness, poetry, and magic.

Four articles in English in which the author confirms that the Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him) is not a god but a human prophet.

An article in English explains that Christianity today neither follows the teachings of Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him) nor the early apostles.

A brief article translated into English contains ten points of enlightenment that the Prophet (peace be upon him) gave to humanity, in response to some non-Muslim westerners' inquiries, after the western media tried to defame his honorable character.

A book in English suitable to be a gift for Christians and Jews in which Sh. Munqidh Mahmoud Assaqqar mentions Bible's prediction of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) in the Old and New Testaments, in light of Allah's saying in Surat As-Saff, "And when Jesus, son of Mary, said, O Children of Israel, I am the Messenger of God to you, confirming what came before me of the Torah and bringing good tidings of a Messenger to come after me, whose name is Ahmad."

A book in English in which Sh. Ahmad Deedat explains many of attributes of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), morals, qualities, and biography.

An article in English in which the writer explains that the mercy of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) is an important dimension in his personality and message. His mercy encompasses his family, companions, and nation.

A short article in English in which the writer explains how we support Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) especially after the attempts to offend him by the European press. He confirms that supporting him is through following him and spreading his teachings and legislations among people.

A book in English that shows the fulfillment of our Prophet's message to the needs of all mankind. This book is an answer to a Westerner's question about the new that the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) presented to the world.

A book in English shows the prestige and nature of Mariam, the Virgin, and his son Prophet Jesus (peace be upon them) in the Islamic perspective to refute the misconceptions about them raised by some doctrines.

A book in English in which the author confirms that the guidance of Prophet Muhammad is the practical application of Islam. It consolidates all the characteristics that make Islam easy to embrace and practice. It includes all aspects of life, whether they are religious, practical, ethical, material, or spiritual. This book contains selections from the scholarly work written by Imam Ibn al-Qayyim which is called, "Zadul-Ma`ad"

A useful lecture in English in which the lecturer, Sh. Saleh As-Saleh, shows the Quranic verses that mentioned the Prophet Jesus (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him).

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Bilal Philips in which he explains the virtue of loving the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and how to attain it.

A lecture in English delivered by Sh. Walid Basiony in which he explains the fourth pillar of faith, belief in the prophets and messengers.

A lecture delivered in English in which Sh. Ali At-Tamimi explains how the Prophet's companions were fully prepared to follow Allah and His Messenger.