The Sean McDowell Show Assyrian Christian Asks 7 BIG Questions To Muslims
Apr 15, 2025
Alan Shlemon, an author and speaker from Stand to Reason, leads a fascinating discussion on critical questions for Muslims about their faith. The conversation delves into the historical authenticity of the Gospels and the Quran, emphasizing the reliability of religious texts. Shlemon explores Imam Bukhari's significant role in Islamic tradition and scrutinizes the concept of salvation across faiths. He encourages meaningful dialogue between Christians and Muslims, aiming for deeper understanding and connection regarding Jesus's teachings.
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Jesus' Crucifixion Well-Attested
- The crucifixion of Jesus is one of the best-attested events in ancient history, supported by Christian and non-Christian sources.
- The Quran's denial of Jesus's crucifixion challenges its reliability compared to these well-documented historical facts.
Quran Affirms Gospel Authenticity
- The Quran affirms the Gospel as a divine, authoritative revelation available in Muhammad's day.
- Despite this, many Muslims claim the Gospel is corrupted, creating a discrepancy between Islamic teaching and common Muslim belief.
Quran's Textual Variants Exist
- Islamic sources reveal varied Quranic compilations and transmission, including lost passages and textual variants.
- The claim that the Quran has remained perfectly unchanged for 1400 years is contradicted by historical and manuscript evidence.
