Why is it illegal to show the Prophet Muhammad?

Most Sunni Muslims believe that visual depictions of all the prophets of Islam should be prohibited and are particularly averse to visual representations of Muhammad. The key concern is that the use of images can encourage idolatry.

Where does the name Muhammad appear in the Bible?

In English translation they have even translated the name of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) as “altogether lovely”, but in the Old Testament in Hebrew, the name of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is yet present. Al-Qur’an Chapter 61 Verse 6: “And remember, Jesus, the son of Mary, said, ‘O Children of Israel!

Are there any prophecies of Muhammad in the Bible?

Arguments that prophecies of Muhammad exists in the Bible have formed part of Muslim tradition from the early history of Muhammad’s Ummah (Arabic: أُمَّـة‎, Community). Christians like John of Damascus, and John Calvin have interpreted Muhammad as being the Antichrist of the New Testament.

How is Jesus different from the prophet Muhammad?

Firstly, the Christians and the Catholics describe him as the son of God and not the servant of God; whereas Prophet Muhammad is known exclusively as the Servant and the Messenger of God. Secondly, Jesus was sent exclusively to the Jews whereas Prophet Muhammad was sent among the Gentiles.

Who was the prophet mentioned in the Bible?

The prophet spoken of was to come not from among the Jews themselves, but from among their brothers, the Ishmaelites. Muhammad*, a descendant of Ishmael, is indeed that prophet. [ Click here to find out about Islam’s belief in Abraham.]

Where is Muhammad mentioned in the Old Testament?

Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) in the Old Testament: The Qur’an mentions in Surah Al-Araf chapter 7 verse 157: “Those who follow the Messenger, the unlettered Prophet, whom they find mentioned in their own (scriptures) in the law and the Gospel”.

What does the Bible say about the coming of Muhammad?

Muslim apologists often argue that the Bible itself predicted the coming of Muhammad. This is usually based on the teaching of Moses in Deuteronomy 18:15, the teaching of Jesus in John 16:5-11, Isaiah 42:9-16, or Song of Solomon 5:16. In Deuteronomy 18:15, Moses speaks of “a prophet like me” who would come in the future.

Where does Muhammad appear in the Book of Deuteronomy?

MUHAMMAD (PBUH) PROPHESISED IN THE BOOK OF DEUTERONOMY: Almighty God speaks to Moses in Book of Deuteronomy chapter 18 verse 18: “I will raise them up a Prophet from among their brethren, like unto thee, and I will put my words in his mouth; and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him.”.

What does the Qur’an say about Muhammad in the Bible?

However, what the Qur’an does say about the prophet of Islam is noteworthy. The Qur’an clearly says that Muhammad was just a messenger and not the redeemer of mankind. Sam’s friend Ahmed and many other Muslims like him have been taught that Muhammad was a prophet whose coming was prophesied in the Bible.