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Dear Nura and Joseph,

Thank you for your view/clarification,

I must admit, I have never seen this subject from the perspective you have presented, which seems to me even clearer,

I do feel that at no time I have tried to "twist" the word of the Quran, and I ask Allah forgiveness If I did so (or let you feel that I did).

The explanation of "Intersex" as presented seemed plausible from my point of view, it's as simple as that.

With Peace,
Mehdi

["My Lord, I have delivered a female." And Allah was most knowing of what she delivered]

Dear Nura, Alaykum assalam,

Thank you for sharing your view on this matter,

Even in our days, many hermaphrodite knows later (at the age of puberty or later and sometimes never) that they have intersex anatomy.

I do totally agree that Allah can do any miracle he wants, whether there is a logical/scientifical explanation or not.

Joseph article talking about miracle clarified things for me :
http://quransmessage.com/articles/miracles%20and%20laws%20FM3.htm
http://quransmessage.com/articles/science%20miracles%20FM3.htm

Yet, when reading the verse 3:35-36, the fact the Allah in his book the Quran emphasis (focus) on the gender of Mary could/may be a clue.

Quran 3:35-36
[Mention, O Muhammad], when the wife of 'Imran said, "My Lord, indeed I have pledged to You what is in my womb, consecrated [for Your service], so accept this from me. Indeed, You are the Hearing, the Knowing."
But when she delivered her, she said, "My Lord, I have delivered a female." And Allah was most knowing of what she delivered, "And the male is not like the female. And I have named her Mary, and I seek refuge for her in You and [for] her descendants from Satan, the expelled [from the mercy of Allah ]."

There is a reason for Allah to mention any event in the Quran, this one IMHO seems to match the "intersex" explanation, specially when he says "And Allah was most knowing of what she delivered", like there is some denial on the fact that she is (only) a female,

Also the another interesting/"could be related" verse  :
Quran 42:49-50
To Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth; He creates what he wills. He gives to whom He wills female [children], and He gives to whom He wills males.
"Or He makes them [both] males and females", and He renders whom He wills barren. Indeed, He is Knowing and Competent.


>> Or He makes them [both] males and females : Is this talking about Humans that have intersexe anatomy ? we could argue that it matches also

We must be aware that Humans who have "intersexe" represent a considerable percent of the population of the earth, they are Human and creation of God in the same level as any gender, but with intersex anatomy, there is no reason to see the explanation that Mary the Mother of Jesus as she has an 'intersex anatomy' as hurtful/offensive/inappropriate, it's rather thinking so which could irritate/offend anyone who is "intersex". By the way, this verse could represents another great miracle of the Quran.

Of course, Allah knows best

With peace,

Mehdi

Assalamu Alaykum,

I would suggest to have a look at "Mohammad Shaikh" explanation which - in my opinion - is interesting :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9x5_Mf6khE&index=3&list=PLiHvquWoCItSy_YCoPJxPv7LGWksg8F7O

In summary, he explains using the Quran, that Mary was hermaphrodite, and this may explain the "Virgin Birth.

Allah know best

With peace,

Mehdi

[His Servant]

Assalamu alaykom all,

In the "THE APOCALYPSE OF ABRAHAM", an Ascension of Prophet ABRAHAM has been described,

With regarde verse 17:1 "Exalted is He who took His Servant by night from al-Masjid al-Haram to al-Masjid al- Aqsa, whose surroundings We have blessed, to show him of Our signs. Indeed, He is the Hearing, the Seeing."

Some may think that this Verse is talking about Prophet ABRAHAM as"His Servant".

Also the context of the chapter continue by talking about prophet Moses.

Do you think that this is a possibility ?

The apocalyptic part opens with a divine command to Abraham to prepare a sacrifice with
a view to receiving a divine revelation concerning the future (chap. ix.). Abraham,
terrified at the experience, is confronted by the angel Jaoel, who encourages him, and explains
his commission to be with Abraham, and act as his celestial guide. Under the direction of the
angel he proceeds to Horeb, the Mount of God, a journey of forty days (chaps. x.-xii.), and
there, with the help of Jaoel, accomplishes the sacrifice. At this point Azazel, the fallen
archangel and seducer of mankind, intervenes and attempts to dissuade Abraham from his
purpose. In the form of an unclean bird he flies down "upon the carcasses" (cf. Gen. xv. II),
and tries to induce Abraham to leave the holy place, but in vain. Jaoel denounces the evil
spirit, bidding him depart, and telling him that the heavenly garment which was formerly his
has been set aside for Abraham (chaps. xiii.-xiv.).

After this Abraham and the angel ascend on the wings of the unslaughtered birds (of the
sacrifice) to heaven, which is described at length. It is filled with "a strong light" of power
inexpressible, and there they see the angels who are born and disappear daily, after singing
their hymn of praise (chaps. xv.-xvi.). At this point Abraham, hearing the divine voice, falls
prostrate, and, taught by the angel, utters the celestial song of praise, and prays for enlightenment
(chap. xvii.). He sees the divine throne with the Cherubim and the holy Creatures
(hayyoth), of whom a description is given, and particularly of their rivalry which is mitigated by
the activity of Jaoel (chap. xviii.). God now speaks and discloses to Abraham the powers of
heaven in the various firmaments below (chap. xix.). God promises him a seed numerous as
the stars (chap. xx.). In answer to a question by Abraham about Azazel, God shows him a
vision of the world, its fruits and creatures, the sea and its monsters (including Leviathan), the
Garden of Eden, its fruits, streams, and blessedness. He sees also a multitude of human beings
"half of them on the right side of the picture, and half of them on the left" (chap. xxi.).

The fall of man is explained to him, being traced to the sin of Adam and Eve in the Garden, a
vision of which appears in the picture and also of its results upon the destinies of mankind, who
are divided into the people on the right side of the picture, representing the Jewish world, and
the people on the left representing the heathen world. In particular the sin of idolatry resulting
in impurity and murder is sketched and made manifest (chaps. xxii.-xxv.).The question, why
sin is permitted, is answered by God (chap. xxvi.), and this is followed by a vision of judgement
in which the destruction of the Temple is pourtrayed. In answer to Abraham's anguished
question it is explained to him that this is due to the sin of idolatry on the part of his seed. At
the same time a hint is given him of coming salvation (chap. xxvii.). In answer to the question,
how long shall the judgement last? a description is given of the troubles preceding the
Messianic Age, and the dawn of the latter (chaps. xxviii.-xxix.; the latter chapter contains a
long Christian interpolation). At this point Abraham finds himself "upon the earth," but
receives a further disclosure regarding the punishment of the heathen and the ingathering of
Israel (chaps. xxx.-xxxi.). A short paragraph repeating the promise of the chosen people's
deliverance from oppression closes the Book (chap. xxxii.).

http://www.marquette.edu/maqom/box.pdf

Assalamu alaykom,

My wife asked me an interesting question today, and I must admit that I couldn't answer.

The logic is the follwing :

The  New Testament did not even begin being written down until decades after Jesus was gone. The earliest not before 70 A.D.

Also there are various editions of the Bible. The Orthodox, Catholic , Coptic and Protestant Bibles all have different amounts of books.

Equally the hadith itself is not a revelation but has been written after the death of Prophet Mohammad also with different versions.

So what is the value of the New Testament in light of its similarity to the hadith literature and vice versa ?

Meaning that if someone where in the time after prophet Jesus was gone, would he think that New Testament is not a revelation but only "Hadith" with different versions, that do not have support compared to the Old Testament ?

Many thanks for sharing your thoughts,

Salam,
Mehdi

Jazak Allah Khairan dear brother

Mehdi.

[some]

Assalamou Alaykum,

I've been reading an interesting verse :
14:37  Our Lord, I have settled some of my descendants in an uncultivated valley near Your sacred House, our Lord, that they may establish prayer. So make hearts among the people incline toward them and provide for them from the fruits that they might be grateful.

Is this a possible hint for the location of some Descendants of Prophet Abraham (pbuh), more precisely "Bani Ishmael"  ?
I have already read Brother Joseph article regarding this subject (http://quransmessage.com/articles/are%20the%20arabs%20descendants%20of%20abraham%20FM3.htm), But couldn't find a mention of this particular verse

We can note some points :
- The location is "bayt al muharam" (Makkah)
- Some (not all) Descendants of Prophet Abraham (pbuh) were living (settled) there
- They were not alone, other peoples were with them (living there before their coming)

Thanks,
Mehdi.

Dear Joseph,

I have jumped to a conclusion too fast without any researches.

Thank you for your answer and the shared video. It was very instructive.

Mehdi.

[15 And the voice spoke unto him again the second time, "What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common."]

Assalamou alaykum,

A Christian Friend explained to me that Jesus allowed Chrsitians to consume any Flesh. He quoted the following Bible's verses :

Acts 10
10 And he became very hungry and would have eaten; but while they were making ready he fell into a trance,
11 and saw heaven opened and a certain vessel descending unto him as though it had been a great sheet knit at the four corners and let down to the earth,
12 wherein were all kinds of fourfooted beasts of the earth, and wild beasts and creeping things and fowls of the air.
13 And there came a voice to him, "Rise, Peter; kill and eat."
14 But Peter said, "Not so, Lord, for I have never eaten anything that is common or unclean."
15 And the voice spoke unto him again the second time, "What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common."
16 This was done thrice, and the vessel was received up again into heaven.

Timothy 4
3 forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.
4 For every creature of God is good, and nothing to be refused if it be received with thanksgiving;
5 for it is sanctified by the Word of God and prayer.

Can we say That these verses have been alterated by time and are not the real God's word ?

Alaykom assalam Brother Joseph,

Your answer has a Tremendous benefit for me.

May Allah Bless you,

Mehdi.

Brother Joseph,

Thank you. This clarify things, especially the term "Awliya"

I think the Subject's name do not suit very well with the question asked in the beginning.

I'm seeking for guidance regarding participating in some gathering where sins are committed (alcohol, nudity), to know exactly what Allah wants us to avoid specially in our time and regarding the verse 6:70


The question was "Can we stay with those who drink.

And how far can we go? for example Going to a Cinema to watch movie which have nudity and bad scenes ont it..., going to a public beach/swimming pool with family (we know how people are dressed)

Should we avoid this kind of gathering ?

Assalamou alaykom Mubashir,

I do understand and totally agree with what you said and this verse.

The question arises only when there is sins are committed, and regarding our participation in a gathering (ie. wedding parties where alcohol is served and things that contravene the teaching of the Quran 6:70)

Assalamou 'alaykom everybody,

Please can anyone clarify things for me :

And when you see those who engage in [offensive] discourse concerning Our verses, then turn away from them until they enter into another conversion. And if Satan should cause you to forget, then do not remain after the reminder with the wrongdoing people 6:68

O you who have believed, take not those who have taken your religion in ridicule and amusement among the ones who were given the Scripture before you nor the disbelievers as allies. And fear Allah , if you should [truly] be believers. 5:57

Can someone please go deeper in explaining these verses ? I have many friends not following Islam. Sometimes I go out with them (restaurant, Hotel...) and they are drinking, dressing badly, saying bad things...

So question is : Can we stay with those who drink or when they are dressed badly (some nudity..) ? Also how far can we go ? for example Going to a Cinema to watch movie which have nudity and bad sequences... Can we be friends with them (allies) ?

With Peace,

Mehdi

[Hadithin]

Thank you Brother for you effort,

I thought this Verse was talking about those who make mockery about Quran (Verses).

حَتَّىٰ يَخُوحَتَّىٰ يَخُوضُوا فِي حَدِيثٍ غَيْرِهِ = the word used is  "Hadithin", so the problem is mostly to be the discussion right ?

What do you think about that ?

With Peace,

Mehdi.

Thank you for answering,

Since all my family drink alcohol (in every dinner) this will be hard.

Does this apply when staying with those eating non permissible food ?

Would you kindly share with me verses from Quran where Allah order to no sit with people doing wrong ?

Many thanks,

Mehdi.