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Every Muslim has a Job to Deliver…

Invite (O Muhammad ) to the way of


your Rabb with Wisdom... (An-Nahl:125)

Convey from me even if it be a single


verse. (Bukhari)
Abdul Hye, PhD
281-488-3191
a6h@yahoo.com
Where Do You Stand?
What Every Woman Should Know
Descendents of Abraham
Adam

Noah

Abraham 1900 BC
Issac Ishmael
Torah Hinduism 1500 BC
Moses . Judaism 1300 BC
Bible Buddhism 525 BC
Jesus Christ Christianity 4 BC
Quran
Muhammad Islam 610 CE
2005 CE
World Population
Growth based on Last 50 Years*
(in millions)
Years
Item Change* 2005 2010 2015
Christian 1.00% 2140 2274 2390
Muslim 2.90% 1800 2137 2465
Jew -0.10% 15 15 15
Hindu 2.10% 850 968 1074
Buddhist 1.20% 380 407 432
Sikh 2.00% 25 29 32
Confucianist -0.25% 320 314 310
Shintoist 2.10% 71 83 92
Others** 2.10% 832 945 1048
World 2.30% 6500 7171 7858
**African, Communist, non-religious, etc
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World Muslim Population
World Muslim USA Population (280 m)
Population 84% Christians (235 m)
18% Arabs 82% Non-Arabs 3.7% Muslims (10 m)
20% Africa 2.1% Jews (6 m)
10% Russia & China 10.2% Others (30 m)
17% South East Asia
30% India Subcontinent
13% other places of World .
Islam 2nd Largest
10% Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan Religion
% Muslim
USA 3.7%
UK 4%
Canada 2%
France 10%
Germany 3.5%
World Muslim Population Summary
¾ Islam - Fastest growing Religion on Earth.
¾ 1/3Countries (58 out of 189) with over 50%
population as Muslims.
¾ Islam- 2nd largest religion in US, UK, France,
Canada, and Germany.
¾ Over 10 million Muslims in the USA.
¾ Over 4,000 Mosques in the US and Canada.
¾ In the year 2015-16, Muslims will be majority.
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Common Views of Judaism, Christianity & Islam
1. Monotheism: Torah: “I am the first, and I am the last;
and besides me there is no God” (Isaiah 44:6)
Bible: “The Lord our God is one Lord” (Mark 12:29)
Qur’an: “He is God, The One and Only” (Quran 112:1)

2. Prophets: Muslims believe and accept all


Prophets mentioned in Torah, Bible, and Quran.

3. Miraculous Birth of Jesus: Besides Christianity,


Islam is the only religion on earth that accepts
the miraculous birth of Jesus.
Jesus is mentioned 25 times in the Qur’an.

4. The Highest Honor of Women is Given to Mary,


the Mother of Jesus, in the Qur’an (Chapter #19)
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Common Views (cont’d…2)
5. Greetings: All prophets had customs to greet believers
with the words: “Peace be with you”.
(‘Assalamualaikum’ for Muslims)

6. Taking Off Shoes: God ordered Moses to take off


shoes (Exodus 3:5); “Put off shoes from your
feet…” (Joshua 5:15)
Muslims take off shoes when they enter Mosque.
7. Purification Before Prayers: “Moses…washed his
feet…” (Exodus 40:31-32).
Muslim purify before each prayer, 5 times a day.
8. Fasting: Jesus fasted 40 days. (Matthew 4:2)
Muslims fast 30 days / year during Ramadan.
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Common Views (cont’d…3)
9. Prayer Bowing Heads to the Ground:
“Abraham fell his face…”(Genesis 17:3)
“Moses…bowed his head…”(Exodus 34:8)
“Jesus…fell on his face & prayed…” (Matthew 26:39)
Muslims bow heads to the ground in prayer
10. Not Bowing to Statues or making Images of God:
“ Thou shall not..any graven image…(Exodus)
Muslims don’t bow to statues/images except God
11. Decoration of Trees: It is forbidden in Bible
(Jeremiah 10:2-5). Muslim don’t decorate trees.
12. Everlasting Covenant: God made everlasting
covenants with Abraham and his descendents.
Muslim still keep covenant; circumcise sons at birth.
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Common Views (cont’d…4)
13. Abraham’s Son Ishmael : The name Ishmael (God
hears) was chosen by God Himself (Genesis 16:11)
Muslims respect Ishmael like Isaac as son of Abraham.

14. Wine Drinking Prohibited: “…drink neither wine nor


strong drink…”(Luke 1:15)
Muslims don’t drink wine or alcohol ever.

15. Pork Forbidden: God ordered Moses: “And the


swine is unclean to you…”(Leviticus 11:7).
Jesus never ate pork in his life. Muslims never eat pork.

16. Interest Forbidden: “Take thou no usury…”


(Leviticus). “He has put not out his money to
usury.” (Psalms 15:5). Interest is forbidden in Islam.
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Common Views (cont’d…5)
17. Disapprove Homosexuality: “…the Lord rained
upon Sodom and upon Gomorrah… He overthrew
those cities…” (Genesis)
Homosexuality is forbidden in Islam.
18. No Original Sin: “The son shall not bear the iniquity
of the father…”(Ezekiel 18:20)
Muslims believe sin can’t be transferred / inherited
from person to person.
19. Accountability: “…every man shall receive his own
reward…to his own labor” (1 Corinthians 3:8)
Muslims believe every person is accountable for
his/her deeds and rewarded accordingly.
Muslims observe and maintain many
instructions from the Torah & Bible
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How much do people know about Muhammad?
™ Last Messenger for entire world till the Last Day.

™ He is not God & Muslims don’t worship him.

™ He received First message from God through Angel


Gibrael at age 40. He preached Islam 13 years in
Makka & 10 years in Madina; died at 63.

™ During 23 years, Quran was revealed for mankind.

™ He was an ordinary person with family and children; he


was leader of a nation and a teacher.

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Some Famous Quotes About Muhammad
™ Bernard Shaw (British philosopher): “…Savior of
Humanity…..if a man like him…assume the
dictatorship…of world…would succeed in solving
all problems…” (The Genuine Islam)
™ Gandhi: “…not the sword that won a place for Islam..
…rigid simplicity… his absolute trust in God…
own mission..” (Young India)
™ Michael Hart: “…choice of Muhammad (#1)…world's
most influential persons…he was supremely
successful… religious and secular levels."
(The 100: A Ranking Of The Most
Influential Persons In History)
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The Prophecies of Holy Book/Torah
References about Muhammad in the Old Testament
(2000 years ago)
1. First Revelation: "… Read this…he said,
I am not learned" (Isaiah 29:12)
Historical Facts: Angel Gabriel delivered first
revelation: "Read…name of your Lord, who
created man..." (Quran 96:1).
Muhammad replied: “I am not learned".

2. The Rejected Stone: Jesus said:.. kingdom of


God…given to the rejected stone…
(Genesis 21:13-18).
Rejected stone: Nation of Ishmael,
nation of Muhammad.
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The Prophecies of Holy Book/Torah (cont’d…2)
3. Prophet from Arabia: "Arabia, and all the Princes of
Kedar...“ (Ezekiel 27:21)
Historical Facts: Converts migrated to Madina;
Muhammad migrated in 622AD. Next year 1,000
Makkans marched against Muslims & defeated.

4. A Prophet Like Moses: God said to Moses, “I… raise


up a Prophet… like unto thee… My words in his mouth,
& he shall speak…” (Deuteronomy18:18)
Historical Facts: Angel Gabriel…bring revelations from
God to Muhammad - thus God put “His words in
Muhammad's mouth” (John 16:13, Isaiah 28:10)
“…Not speak of (own) desire.." (Quran 53:3-4)
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Abraham’s
Activities

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The Prophecies of Holy Book/Torah (cont’d..3)
5. Prophet Gave Laws: "...He will not…be discouraged
till…established justice in the earth…" (Isaiah 42:1-4)
Muhammad: Established complete code of laws.
Physically assaulted, never discouraged nor despaired.
6. Prophet with 10,000 Saints: “…he came with 10,000
saints…went a fiery law..." (Deuteronomy 33:2)
Historical Facts: Muhammad returned to Makka with
10,000 devout followers & established rule of law.
7. Until Shiloh Come: Jacob told his children…
”until Shiloh come…” (Genesis 49:10)
Shiloh means “peace” (Islam)
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The Prophecies of Holy Book/Torah (cont’d..4)
8. Pilgrims of Bacca Valley: “…they go…valley of
Baca…place of springs…rain…pools" (Psalms 84:5-6)
Makka…as Baca (Quran 3:96)
ZamZam spring is here. Makka got flooded.

9. Revealed Little By Little: “…teaches knowledge…


line upon line; here a little, & there a little. (Isaiah 28:9)
Quran revealed piece by piece over 23 years,
scattered “here a little, there a little”.

10. Prophecy By Name: Muhammad quoted by name:


"Cheeko mane tah kim, vechulo Mohamadim:
his language is most sweet, he is Muhammad”
(Songs of Solomon 5:16)
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The Prophecies of Holy Book/Torah (cont’d..5)
11. Prophecy Come To Pass: “…Prophet speaks…if word
doesn’t come to pass…the Lord hasn’t spoken..”
(Deuteronomy 18:22)
¾ God informed Muhammad: Romans would defeat Persians
(Quran 30:3).
Chapter Rum of Quran revealed (615CE) to support Christians.
Romans won battle in 627CE.
¾ Muhammad professed:
Muslims conquer the Persian, Byzantium empires.
Byzantines defeated at Yarmuk (634CE),
Persians defeated at Madain (637CE).
¾ Muhammad predicted future events:
Overthrow Persian Empire,
Confiscation of Emperor’s treasures;
Suraqa (prophet’s companion) get bracelets of the king.
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References About Muhammad in Hindu Scriptures

1. Verse of Bhavishya Puran:“…His name will be


Mahamad… Mahadev Arab… 'O Ye! The pride of
mankind…dweller in Arabia.“… (Prati Sarg Parv III)

2. Sama Veda, II, 6, 8: "Ahmad acquired religious law


from his Lord. This law of religion is full of wisdom."

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References About Muhammad In The Holy Bible
1. Jesus foretold about Muhammad: “…He shall give
you another comforter…” (John 14:15-16)
2. Jesus said: “I… say unto you, but you can’t bear them
now…he will show you things to come…(John 16:14).
Message of Jesus is incomplete.
Gospel of Barnabas: “…Muhammad is his blessed
name.” (Chapter 96-97)

All Holy Books Lead to Belief in


Muhammad & The Quran

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Gospel of Barnabas
1. Barnabas close companion of Jesus.
The Bible refers as "apostle" (Acts 14:14),
“a good man, Holy Spirit & of faith" (Acts 11:24).
2. St. Paul’s followers gained control of council of Nicea,
Cyprus & made changes….
ƒ It approved the 4 Greek Gospels that are read today.
ƒ Other Gospels including Gospel of Barnabas were
ordered to be destroyed.
ƒ Only Gospel in Aramaic, language Jesus spoke, was also
destroyed.
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Verses from the Gospel of Barnabas…
¾ Jesus said: “God…hath no equal…hath no father
nor mother..hath no sons, no brethren, nor
companions..”
¾ Jesus: “… I am man, born of mortal woman…
suffering… eating and sleeping…of cold and
heat…like other men…”
¾ Priest asked Jesus: 'Art thou…Messiah of God?’
Jesus…I am not he…come after me
…for God himself gave…the name …
Muhammad is his blessed name”
Gospel of Barnabas is the Truth from Jesus
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The Holy Quran
1. All revealed messages from God to Muhammad
Memorized by millions everyday.

2. Original copies still exist;


Istanbul, Turkey; Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

3. Dr. Maurice Bucaille: French Physician,


compared scientific facts of Bible & Quran.
"I could not find a single error in Quran”

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The Holy Quran (cont’d…2)
4. Scientific facts, unknown 1400 years ago, revealed in the
Quran. Each is scientifically correct…
¾ The 'Big Bang' theory of Creation of the Universe.
¾ Planets and orbital patterns of the Cosmos.
¾ Conception and stages of Embryological growth
(‘The Developing Human’, Professor Keith Moore,
University of Toronto).

How was it possible for an “unlettered” person to reveal


the scientific mysteries 1,400 years ahead when no man
on earth had any knowledge of them?

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Islam: The Final Religion
™ Islam - universal religion for all mankind.
™ Islam - means submission to the will & law of God.
™ Islam - Other meaning is peace (through God)

5 Pillars of Islam

Faith Prayer Fasting Poor Due Pilgrimage

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The Five Pillars Of Islam
1. Faith in One & Only God: All-Powerful, Self-Sufficient...
¾ All past Prophets and Muhammad is the last Prophet.
¾ All Revealed, unaltered, Holy Books.
¾ All Angels.
¾ Life after death and the Day of Judgment.
¾ Divine Decree (fate).
2. Prayer: Seek forgiveness, guidance from God directly
3. Fasting: before sunrise - after sunset
4. Poor Dues: Pay 2½% from savings to less fortunate
fellows.
5. Pilgrimage: Travel to Mecca. Abraham’s sacrifice,
willingness to sacrifice his son (Genesis 22:2).

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What Does Islam Say About…
¾ Human Rights: Privacy / Freedom / Equality guaranteed
God says: No compulsion in religion. (Quran 2:256)
¾ Universality of Islam: God says: …Sent Muhammad
…mercy for all nations” (Quran 21:107)
“Whoever oppresses any non-Muslim, I shall be
prosecutor on Day of Judgment." (Muhammad)
¾ Jihad / Struggle: Efforts against Injustice, Self-defense,
the evil desires within oneself.
Never meant to force anybody to choose a religion.

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Women's Rights

http://www.letswrap.com/dvinfo/stats.htm
9 95% victims of domestic violence are women.
(DOJ)
9 Every 9 seconds: woman assaulted & beaten.
9 4,000,000 women / year are assaulted by partners.
9 Family violence: kills many women / 5 years
as total Americans died in Vietnam War.

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Status & Responsibility of Women in Islam
ƒ Right of inheritance and independent ownership.
ƒ Women can work. Muhammad’s first wife was a successful
business woman.
ƒ Islam enjoins morality in behavior & appearance.
Fashion - women as sex object, not acceptable
ƒ Protection of Women's Honor:…launch charge
against women…produce 4 witnesses…(Quran 24:4)
™ Muhammad said:”…Treat … women well…be kind
…your partners & committed helpers”
™ “Best of you…who are kindest with your wives”
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Status and Responsibility of Women in Islam…2

ƒ Status of Mother: “A man asked Muhammad: 'Whom


should I honor most?' … replied: 'Your mother'.
'And who comes next?' …replied: 'Your mother'.
'And who comes next?' … replied: 'Your mother!’
'And who comes next?‘ … replied: 'Your father’”
ƒ Marriage: “…He created for you mates…dwell in
tranquility with them… love & mercy
between your hearts…" (Quran 30:21)
ƒ Independent Identity: Married woman retains
independent legal personality and family name.

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Status and Responsibility of Women in Islam…3
Wife’s Property: Does not need gifts to attract husband.
ƒ Groom present bride with marriage gift.
ƒ Never obliged to provide for family unless she voluntarily
chooses to do so.
Divorce: Highly discouraged, recognize rights of both
partners to end relationship
ƒ "Live with them…footing of kindness and equity…"
(Quran 4:19)
ƒ "A believing man must not hate a believing woman. If he
dislikes one of her characters, he will be pleased with
another". (Muhammad)
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Status and Responsibility of Women in Islam…4
The Veil: "O Prophet tell…the believing women…
they should…outer garments over their bodies…
they… known and not molested" (Quran 33:59)

Protection from unwanted attention.

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Polygamy
Polygamy in the West: Marriage, divorce, marriage,
divorce; married / unmarried man with several girlfriends.
Cheating or use women without responsibility.
Polygamy addresses orphans and widows in society.

¾Billy Graham: said: “Islam has permitted polygamy as


a solution to social ills…
Christian countries…show of monogamy,
but…practice polygamy.…
Islam is a…honest religion…”

Nearly 4 out of 5 who accepted Islam in the USA are Women.


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The Rational Choice
™ Study religions, compare, and make a rational choice

™ All prophets preached same religion.

™ God says: “We have sent you (Muhammad) as a


mercy for all nations” (Quran 21:107)

™ “I (God)…perfected your religion…


chosen…Islam as your religion” (Quran 5:3)

™ Islam spread by values. Few preachers went to Indonesia.


Today it is the largest Muslim country.
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The Rational Choice…2
™ No TV, Radio Station or newspaper owned or controlled by
Muslims in USA.
Islam is Fastest growing religion in USA & Europe.
™ Who accept Islam? Priests, bishops, doctors, engineers,
businessmen, writers, scientists, scholars, celebrities,
inmates, and ‘ordinary’ people including a large
% of women.
™ Muslim communities growing in every city.
Over 4,000 mosques in USA and Canada alone.

Where do you stand?


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