आगमिष्यति मे भर्ता वन्यम् आदाय पुष्कलम् |रुरून् गोधान् वराहान् च हत्वा आदाय अमिषान् बहु || ३–४७–२३
1. 6-01-1963 – 118 Shia Muslims including many children were killed on Ashura Day in Therih, Khair Pur
2. 17-May-1988 – 800 Shias killed by attack form Kohistan, Chilas, Darel, Tangir, assisted by military govt
3. 10-Sep-1996 FATA ; Parachinar – 200 shia killed
4. 1-10- Aug-1997 – Punjab, Lahore- 100 Shia killed
5. 11-Jan-1988 – punjab, Lahore – 25 Shia Muslims including children were killed and many injured when Sipah e Sahaba terrorists opened fire at a funeral gathering at a graveyard in Momin Pura, Lahore
6. 4 July 2003 – balochistan, Quetta – killing of 53 worshippers at the main Shia Friday Mosque in Quetta.
7. 10 April 2007 – Attack on Shia mosque and villages in Parchinar 60 killed
8. 16-23 Nov 2007 – FATA, Parachinar 183 Shia killed
9. 17 jan 2008 – A suicide bomber killed 10 and wounded 25 in an attack on a Shia mosque in Peshawar.
10. 1 sep 2008 FATA 100 Shia killed
11. 5 feb 2009 – Bomb attack on a Shia procession 35 killed
12. 20 oct 2009 -Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – Shia funeral attacked 40 Shia killed
13. 5 april 2009 suicide attack on imambargah – 30 shia killed
14. 28 dec 2009- Sindh – 40 people killed in a suicide bombing on a Shia procession in Karachi
15. 1 sep 2010 – 43 Shias were killed and 230 people injured in a blast during a procession in Lahore
16. 4 sep 2010 – 73 people killed in a suicide bombing at a Shia Al-Quds rally in Quetta
17. 28 feb 2010 – Gilgit, Massacre – bus , identity card checked for sect, 19 Shia killed
18. 3 april 2010 – Gilgit – Over 200 Shia Muslims taken out of buses and killed, 6 buses burnt, two dozens kidnapped.
Are we addressing the REAL reason?
This string of attack against Shia is going in pakistan unabated. Somewhat similar is the story of murder of qadiyanis in pakistan. A complete failed state – pakistan; is completely unable to protect its own citizen. Every time one hear about innocent being killed – an honest person condemns. One disagree with these kind of brutal attack and demand strongest punishment for perpetrators of such dastardly act.. every time we condemn attack.. we condemn… what we condemn? Attack? But what happens afterwards? Again attack on Shia / qadiyani. Such attacks will not reduce or fizzle out unless we condemn and work for elimination of “root reason”. We – every time – fail to address the root reason behind such attacks. Please Note: i am talking about attacks that is because of “he / she is Shia” / “he / she is a qadiyani”. We are not talking about robbery, murder for gain or for personal reason – we are talking about attack that is because of “islamic” reason. We are talking about attack that originates due to hate for shia.
Think about this sequence:
A Salafi / Sunni is taught by his set of “scholars” that Shia are deviated.
He consider Shia to have gone astray.
He is taught that Shia abuse Sahaba, they have different Quran, they consider hazrat Ali superior to Prophet Muhammad, Shia are betrayer….. his blood is made to boil.
He starts hating Shia, his hatred for Shia grows with each sermon / lecture on topic related to Shia.
Some scholars go to another extreme and start preaching that Shia are apostate or murtad (means they are out of islam).
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… so anger against Shia is growing. A Salafi / Sunni starts considering hatred for Shia part of his deen.
— he is getting angry. Every kind of catalyst is provided to him to despise Shia. What is required is a mere push / emotional push.
His “Scholars” give final touch by declaring Shia to be muratd / kafir / wajib-ul-qatl.. i.e. you “can” kill Shia, … gradually things turn out that — in fact one “should” kill Shia because they abuse Sahaba, they are kafir…
…and..they should be killed… that days is ashura… kill them when they will be celebrating a “biddah”… kill..
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10-Jan-2013: BREAKING NEWS — A Bomb blast on Thursday 10th January 2013 occurred at a snooker club which was close to a police station and a Shia Mosque. “First suicidal attack was conducted and then a car bomb exploded on Alamdar Road,” Said Mir Zubair Mehmood, the Capital City Police Officer.The bomb exploded 8:50p.m local time. As police, rescuers and media personal rushed to the blast site, another bomb fixed to a vehicle parked nearby the site went off, causing an even greater number of causalities. Over 140 were killed and 121 wounded in the second twin bomb attack. Lashkae-e-jhangvi, a extremist terrorist group banned by the government has claimed responsibility for all the blasts.
More than 400 Shiites were killed in targeted attacks in Pakistan in 2012
Think about people killed. What if they were your brother? Your own sister? Your own father? What if these kids were your own kids?? Making suicide bombers for killing innocent human being in the name of islam??
Attacking people in masjid?? When they were remembering Allah you murdered them??
Shameless act!! Astaghfirullah. Killing people in the name of islam?? What has happened to muslim scholars?
Providing catalyst for murder of Shia
Though there are tons of material of hatred and despise available, i am quoting only three here. Many Sunni / Salafi knows why he “should” hate shia.
1. Wikipedia says: “In recent decades the late leading Saudi cleric, Abd al-Aziz ibn Abd Allah ibn Baaz, issued fatwa denouncing Shia as apostates, and according to Shia scholar Vali Nasr “Abdul-Rahman al-Jibrin, a member of the Higher Council of Ulama, even sanctioned the killing of Shias,[145] a call that was reiterated by Wahhabi religious literature as late as 2002.”[147]”
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shi’a%E2%80%93Sunni_relations
2. While answering about Shia, a leading Salafi website says:
“Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyah (may Allaah have mercy on him) said: As for the one who goes further and claims that they apostatized after the Messenger of Allaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) died, apart from a small number, no more than ten or so, or that they (referring to Shia) became evildoers, there is no doubt that he is a kaafir, because he is rejecting what it says in the Qur’aan in more than one place, that Allaah was pleased with them and praised them. Indeed, the one who doubts that such a person is a kaafir is to be labelled as a kaafir himself, because what this view implies is that those who transmitted the Qur’aan and Sunnah were kuffaar or rebellious evildoers. …… End quote from al-Saarim al-Maslool ‘ala Shaatim al-Rasool (p. 590).
This does not mean that every sect that calls itself Muslim is actually Muslim, rather they may be kaafirs and apostates, such as the extreme Raafidis (referring to Shia), the extreme Sufis and the baatini sects such as the Druze, Nusayris and others. These are all beyond the pale of Islam and are not regarded as being among the sects mentioned in the hadeeth.”
Source: http://islamqa.info/en/ref/101272
3. A pseudo jihadi Salafi-website – taking “knowledge” from “Scholars of knowledge” (Such as above) says:
“..Furthermore, the Raafidah Shi’a are indeed Murtadeen (Murtad means one who has abandoned religion) (as we will come to see) so treating them like Muslims is out of the question as well as Jizya. Therefore, there is no practical solution with the Raafidah Shi’a except force since they are not even a sect within Islam; they are Murtadeen and the hudood must be implemented on them unless if they accept the true Islam. The same goes for the Ahmadiyya group who thinks they are a part of Islam.
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So we say: It should be clear to everyone here that the Shi’a Raafidah are Murtadeen and are not in the folds of Islam. We must avoid them and their gatherings and let others know of their disbelief so that they are not inclined towards them in any way. This is only done for the protection of Tawheed and its purity. Furthermore, others must know of them and their evil beliefs so that they can be confronted whenever they are around the people of Sunnah. All of this should tell us that we cannot unite with the Shi’a Raafidah on any bases and should refrain from making such ignorant statements.”
http://theunjustmedia.com/Islamic%20Perspectives/Shia%20are%20kafirs%20here%20is%20the%20proof.htm
Eliminate this “islamic” terrorism
1. One can find such numerous fatwas / opinion coming from the mouth of bloodthirsty / firebrand “s-c-h-o-l-a-r” and its “followers of Quran and Sunnah”. Let me assure you all – don’t get scared after reading above 3 points, don’t hate islam after reading above 3 points because they are diametrically opposite to teachings of islam; they are completely against the spirit of islam; they are completely against the teachings of Prophet Muhammad.
Above fatwas / wordings has nothing to do with Quran.
2. Please note here we are not discussing the exact status of Shia belief, Qadinai belief, Salafi belief. We are not discussing whose accusation is correct. We are – on the first level – discussing that even if each and every accusation against Shia is correct then do they have right to kill Shia?
Can a muslim kill someone because he does not agree with the belief of opponent?
Has Allah given right to anyone to kill people because of belief?
Instead of correcting others (whom you feel have gone astray) why you are indulging in spreading hatred, despise and arising emotions??
3. All such nonsense fatwas are because of completely abandoning Quran. In fact Shia-Sunni-Salafi itself is result of abandoning Quran. For details listen to this with open mind both parts ; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZ7AMW1ei_I
4. Allah has not FORCED people to believe in something. Allah has made people free to believe in whatever they want. Allah has shown the way. Why you are interfering? Your job was to convey.
“There is no compulsion in religion” [Quran, Surah Baqrah 2:256]
“Say, ‘The truth is from your Lord’: Let him who wills believe it, and let him who wills, reject (it).” [Quran, Surah Kahaf 18:29]
“If it had been your Lord’s will, they all would have believed – all who are on earth. Will you, then, compel the people, against their will, to believe?” [Quran, Surah Yunus 10:99]
Please note this last ayah specially. Its not part of Allah plan that people should be forced to believe in something. How dare you kill people because of their faith and belief???
2. If you believe in day of judgment then why don’t you leave it to Allah to judge who was kafir, murtad? If you think that by calling yourself Shia / Sunni / Salafi you have certificate of jannah and rest all will go to hell then you can continue living in fool’s paradise. If you get some, try to read Quran. You abandoned Quran, Allah abandoned you and made you divide into sects.
Who is kafir as per GOD? read here: http://khurshidimam.blogspot.in/2011/09/who-is-kafir-clear-misconception_24.html
You are sending people to hell on petty issues; see the universal message of Quran which you would not be able to digest you sectarian muslims.
“Those who believe (in the Qur’an), those who follow the Jewish (scriptures), and the Sabians and the Christians,- any who believe in Allah and the Last Day, and work righteousness,- on them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.” Quran 5: 69
Now some ill-informed people will say that this ayah is abrogated – leveling another charge against GOD.
For deatils about abrogation in Quran- read this: http://khurshidimam.blogspot.in/2012/05/how-many-ayah-of-quran-are-abrogated.html
3. If you feel that certain teachings of Shia or Sunni or Salafi is incorrect and wrong then all you can do is tell them things which you deem correct… but not with sword and knife but with wisdom, love and beautiful preaching. That is what is taught by Almighty God.
“Invite (all) to the Way of thy Lord with wisdom and beautiful preaching; and argue with them in ways that are best and most gracious: for thy Lord knoweth best, who have strayed from His Path, and who receive guidance.” Quran 16:125
a. You don’t agree, don’t fight; rather educate; have dialogue, have discussion. Is it necessary to hate; to despise; to kill? If your scholars have taught you to hate then they are presenting evil picture of islam. Islam is pure and clean from such blame.
b. Is not it surprising that prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) is mentioned as Rahmatul-alemeen i.e. mercy for all worlds .. yet followers of so-called Quran and “SUNNAH” are proving to be zalim, brutal, intolerant and inhumane?
c. Is not it surprising that though people made several accusation against Prophet; terming his sorcerer (Quran 10:2); poet; majnu… yet prophet Never ordered to KILL them??
d. IS not it surprising that in whole Quran Almighty God has addressed “real kafir” as KAFIR ONLY one time… i repeat – in whole Quran Almighty God has addressed “real kafir” as KAFIR ONLY one time… i.e in Surah kaferoon (Qul Ya ayyohal kaferoon); rest all places God has referred them as HUMAN BEING (Ya ayyohannaas)… but follower of “Quran and Sunnah” has made it part of their faith to declare people kafir, send them to hell and kill them.
e. Is not it surprising that there are terrorist groups in pak whose very purpose is to kill Shia? And please mind it – these terrorist groups are leaded by scholars with “long beard” who are scholars of Quran and Sunnah?? Something is horribly wrong going the way muslim world is understanding islam.
f. Killing people because of their faith??? Not permitted in islam at least. God permits killing only in case wherein either one has murdered someone OR he is the cause of fasad on earth (refer to Quran 5:32). Fasaad means disturbing the balance of peace on earth. Its a broad term.
g. The Quran – whose 113 out of 114 chapter / surah starts with the introduction of Almighty GOD as “‘In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful” — the pathetic condition of some muslims is that – because of influence of some lunatic and fanatic scholars they are giving the opposite picture of God. Are those muslims anywhere closer to being merciful and compassionate due to their hatred and killings?
Conclusion
1. Murder of anyone – from any faith / cast / creed — if he is innocent — is against islam, against Quran. If any scholar / muslim preaches contrary to it then mind it he is wrong; no matter how long his beard is.
2. You have difference of opinion – discuss, have dialogue. That is the only way. This discussion need to be done under guidance of Quran.
3. You are bearing fruits of abandoning Quran that you are divided into sects. Hold firmly Quran and inshallah all sects will disappear – viz: Shia, Sunni, Salafi.
4. Respect, be tolerant, and learn to live with difference. Murder of one innocent is murder of whole humanity.
Note: * If you don’t agree with the mail then instead of giving fatwa of deviation / kufr / shirk / biddat – have faith in Allah and leave it to him to judge.
* Author: Khurshid Imam is software engineer at Bangalore, India. For any criticism / feedback / suggestion feel free to mail – serviceforhumanity@gmail.com
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“HAPPY LIFE OF THIS WORLD AND LIFE HEREAFTER”
What is this “happy new year”?? Any meaning? Any sense.
Nothing- Only Non sense.
Every day is new day, every moment is new moment and with the passage of everyday we are losing one day of our life and nearing our death. What is so happy to wish for 1st jan?
Just because according to Christian calendar year starts from 1 st january we are flooding mails/sms with Happy new year? If it is really so important then better to do on 1st Muharram whch passed few days back as that is the first day of first month of an year in lunar calendar. But as per me even wishing on that day is worthless.
Are we really using our intellect/wisdom in wishing others or have we too become blind like most of people today.
Happy new year-is nothing but commercialization of day, business, for drunkards an opportunity to drink and then molest women, pubs and bars to earn money, and common people to get foooooled.
Introduction
Quran is an arabic word which means – one that is read. Quran refers to the last revelation of Almighty God or Allah. Quran was revealed to last Prophet of God -Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). It was revealed in the duration of 23 years. Today it is in the form of book or CD. It contains 100% word of God. Quran has 114 chapters or 114 Surah. Each surah contains several sentences called Ayah. In total – Quran contains 6236 ayah. Quran is guidance for whole of humanity. It has been revealed for whole humanity till the end of this world.
Genesis
Prophet Muhammad(peace be upon him) was born in mecca, Suadia Arab in 560 AD. At the age of 40 he was bestowed with Prophethood. Arch Angel gabriel brought the first revelation of God to Prophet Muhammad(peace be upon him). He also announced to Prophet Muhammad(peace be upon him) that Allah has chosen Prophet Muhammad(peace be upon him) as prophet. After this in a span of 23 years of time revelation of God would come to prophet Muhammad(peace be upon him) in several ways on different occassions. When revelation would come then Prophet Muhammad(peace be upon him) would recite it and his comapanions would memorize and write it. There were several companions of Prophet Muhammad who had memorized the Quran. Before death of Prophet Muhammad Quran was complete.Even today there are thousands of people around the globe who have memorized the whole Quran, giving no chance for any adulteration or changes.
There were several revelations of GOD
Almighty God is one. He is not 2 or 3 or 2.5! Almighty God is most powerful, most merciful. He is absolute and free from any weakness. Almighty God is The Creator. He created the whole universe, he is the master of all worlds, all creatures and all creations.
“Say! He is Allah one and only. He is absloute and eternal. He does not beget anyone, nor is he begotten. There is nothing like him“-Quran Surah Ikhlas(112)-Ayah 1-4
“Allah. There is no god but He,-the Living, the Self-subsisting, Eternal. No slumber can seize Him nor sleep. His are all things in the heavens and on earth. ” Quran, Surah Baqrah(2)-Ayah 255
Almighty God created the first person on earth – Prophet Adam (Peace be upon him). After that generations after generations followed on the earth.For the guidance of mankind, almighty God has sent several revelations or words of God to earth.
“…and to every people(there is) a guide” Quran,Surah Rad 13:Ayah 7
These revelations were revealed to chosen people of God called messengers or Prophets.
There have been thousands of messengers of God on earth. Prophet Adam, Prophet Noah, prophet Moses, prophet Jesus, prophet Muhammad – (peace be upon them all) – they all were messenegers of God. They were given revelation from God for the guidance of mankind.
We may not know today name of all thousands of messengers. Similalry we may not know name of all revelations revealed by God. Holy Vedas are considered to be the earliest revelations of God.Similarly torah,zabur and injeel were revelations of God which were revealed to Prophet Moses, Prophet David and Prophet Jesus-(Peace be upon them all)-respectively. Today in its changed form – torah,zabur and injeel are called Holy Bible. No wonder word Injeel(Revelation that was given to Prohet Jesus(peace be upon him)) is mentioned 12 times in Quran. Similarly word Taurat(Revelation given to prophet Moses(peace be upon him)) is mentioned 18 times in Quran. Quran time and again confirms that they were revelations from the God.
“It is He(The GOD) Who has sent down the Book (the Qur’an) to you (O Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم) with truth, confirming what came before it. And He sent down the Taurat (Torah) and the Injeel (Gospel)” Quran, Surah Al imran 3: Ayah 3
Quran is the last revelation of GOD
Then finally Quran was revealed to last messenger prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). All the revelations prior to Quran were meant for limited time and limited people. That is why today we dont have 100% pure Holy vedas or Holy bible. Due to being revealed in old age, when there was no preserving mechanism, these scriptures could not be preserved with their 100% purity. But Utmost care was taken in preserving Quran. As it was revealed only 1400 years back and it was memorized by several people there was no chance of adulteration of Quran. Morever Allah himself promises to preserve Quran.
“We have, without doubt, sent down the Message; and We will assuredly guard it (from corruption).” Quran, Surah Hijar(15) Ayah 9
What about people who lived before revelation of Quran?
All the revelations of God were 100% word of God and whoever believed and followed it were muslims. All the messengers were pious people,they submitted to God and they preached the religion of God or islam. Quran prohibits us to make any distinction among prophets.
“Say, “We believe in Allah and that which has been sent down to us and that which has been sent down to Ibrahim (Abraham), Isma’il (Ishmael), Ishaq (Isaac), Ya’qub (Jacob), and to Al-Asbat [the offspring of the twelve sons of Ya’qub (Jacob)], and that which has been given to Musa (Moses) and ‘Îsa (Jesus), and that which has been given to the Prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction between any of them, and to Him we have submitted (in Islam).”
( سورة البقرة , Al-Baqara, Chapter #2, Verse #136)
“The Messenger believes in what has been sent down to him from his Lord, and (so do) the believers. Each one believes in Allah, His Angels, His Books, and His Messengers. (They say), “We make no distinction between one another of His Messengers” – and they say, “We hear, and we obey. (We seek) Your Forgiveness, our Lord, and to You is the return (of all).”
( سورة البقرة , Al-Baqara, Chapter #2, Verse #285)
“Say: “We believe in Allah and in what has been sent down to us, and what was sent down to Ibrahim (Abraham), Isma’il (Ishmael), Ishaq (Isaac), Ya’qub (Jacob) and Al-Asbat [the offspring of the twelve sons of Ya’qub (Jacob)] and what was given to Musa (Moses), ‘Îsa (Jesus) and the Prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction between one another among them and to Him (Allah) we have submitted (in Islam).”
( سورة آل عمران , Aal-e-Imran, Chapter #3, Verse #84)
“And those who believe in Allah and His Messengers and make no distinction between any of them (Messengers), We shall give them their rewards; and Allah is Ever Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful”
( سورة النساء , An-Nisa, Chapter #4, Verse #152)
Hence,those people who came before advent of Prophet Muhammad(peace be upon him) and followed teachings of their prophet or whatever was revelaed from God – were muslims or Submitters to God.
What Quran contains?
Quran is book of guidance for humanity. It covers various aspects of human life, viz: Spiritual, social, family,economic,poitical. Quran guides us how to lead our life so that we attain real salvation. Quran commands mankind to worship only One Almighty God. Quran exhorts its reader to ponder over the meaning of Quran, use intellect, understand the Quran, implement in life, look at various signs of Allah,follow what has been revealed from God. Quran speaks about several scientifc facts that were unknows to people 1400 years back. Quran is miracle of all miracles. Previous prophets were given some or the other miraclous power. The miracle given to Prophet Muhammad(Peace be upon him) is Quran. Quran challenges its opponents to prove it wrong. Quran is mercy for those who humble themself to their lord.
Conclusion
Quran is word of God. It was not sent for a particular tribe/group/nation/race; rather it was sent for whole mankind.
“Ramadhan is the (month) in which was sent down the Qur’an, as a guide to mankind, also clear (Signs) for guidance and judgment…” Quran,Surah Baqrah 2:185
It was the month of ramdhan when first revelation of Quran came. It has been revealed for whole humanity. Whosoever follows it will follow for his/her own guidance. Quran is the criteria to judge right from wrong. Let us submit to our creator-Allah and follow his commandments.
Note: Everything written is my level best unbiased understanding. Kindly mail me for criticism/suggestion/feedback serviceforhumanity@gmail.com.
Introduction
“You know: All religions are same. No matter you follow whichever religion; it is ok”
“See! One can reach a destination in several ways, by taking different routes. Similalry to reach one God, we can follow any religion-be it hinduism, islam, christianity, sikhsim etc”
“You follow your religion and be a good hindu/muslim/christian “
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These are few oft repeated statements by most of people in context with religion. Many of us have above mentioned belief and we preach the same. But just ask yoursefl one question – what i am saying is correct or wrong? Whenever we make a statement we MUST strive to finds its truthfulness.
Simple Analysis
Let us analyse this issue in a simple way. When asked to a Hindu – “How many Gods are there?” – Reply is – “One”. Similarly if one ask to a christian -“How many Gods are there?”, Answer is “One”. In the same fashion a muslim too will say that there is only one God.
So if Hindu/muslim/christian all believe that there is ONLY ONE GOD then how come we will have so MANY RELIGIONS of God????? Is not this surprising?? We say, we believe, we preach that God is one – yet we say that there are so many religions of God. So smething is wrong in our understanding. Please note that by religion we refer to way of life as per God’s commandments.
The right perspective:
Now let me put an alternative idea. How can we reconcile between One God and multiple religions? Are there so many religions of God? Has God made so many religions? can we follow any religion and attain salvation? Let us end this suspense.
Almighty GOD is one and only one. Almighty God is unique in attributes. There is nothing like him. We can call him by his different attributes. He is THE CREATOR, THE SUSTAINER, MOST MERCIFUL, MOST COMPASSIONATE etc.
For the guidance of mankind Almighty God reveals his words to his chosen person. The chosen person is called messenger or prophet. Almighty God does not come down to earth, rather his messenegers / prophets spread his teachings. There were several messengers/ prophets of God. These messengers/prophets were normal human being like me and you. But they were very devout to God. The first person on earth – prophet Adam was the first prophet. After him there were so many prophets, viz: Prophet Noah, Prophet Solomon, Prophet David, prophet Zakaria, prophet Yahya(John the baptist), prophet Yunus(Jonah), Prophet Yusuf(Joseph), prophet Ayub(Job), prophet Moses, prophet Jesus and Prophet Muhammad. These messengers were the Prophets of God. They all brought the same fundamental teachings from God. The important point is: None of them brought any new religion, none of them were founder of any religion, none of them started a new religion. The religion of God was established by God himself. And always there was only ONE religion of God. Prophet Muhammad was the last and final messenger of God. The teachings propogated by prophet Muhammad had the capacity to reach throughout the globe,we got scientific advancement so that teachings of God could reach everywhere after advent of Prophet Muhammad.
Ok, but why so many religions….:
As i mentioned earlier, these messegers brought same fundamental teachings of GOD. Almighty God would communicate with Prophets in some highly advance level and reveal his words to them. These revelations were true word of God. The duty of messengers was to propogate the words of God. In this series there were several revelation from God. Holy Vedas are considered to be the earliest revelation. Torah, zabur and injeel – were revealed to Prophet Moses, Prophet david and Prophet Jesus respetively. Today in their present form – Torah,zabur and injeel – are called Bible. Similalry Holy Quran is the last revelation of Allmighty God. Quran was revealed to last messenger – Prophet Muhammad. Quran was revealed 1400 years back to Prophet Muhammad.
Holy Vedas: They are considered to be earliest revelation. Its so old that its time of revelation is not certain. Majority of indian community, who call themself Hindus-associate themself with vedas.Within Hinduism there are different sect who give different time period for revelation / existense of vedas. According to Swami dayanand sarswati – founder of AryaSamaj – Vedas are considered to be into existense for more than 1,96,00,000 years while another sect – Brahmakumaris claim that vedas are there into existense for less than 5000years. Morever we dont know the circumstanses / context of revelation of various verses of vedas and reason is obvious – because they are extremely old. So in short we can not ascertain 100% authenticity of holy vedas. Though originally they were words of God, but as of today, after passage of thousands and lakh of year they can’t be said to be in their original form, and thus can’t be called 100% word of God. Long time after vedas came into existense there were several kinds of books that were written by scholars of hinduism, viz: upnishad, puran, ramayan, mahabharat, manusmirti. Todays hinduism is derived more from these scriptures which came into existense after vedas. And the followers of the teachings and culture given by these books are called hindus and thus we find it to be a different religion.
Holy Bible: Prophet Moses was given the revelation Torah (book of laws) by Almighty God. He preached and practised laws given by Almighty God. He was follower of religion of God. Afterwards Prophet David was given revelation of God called Zabur. Similarly Prophet Jesus was given Injeel (Gospel). These all revelation were from same Almighty God. Here again, these revelations could not be preserved with its 100% purity. We dont have original torah, zabur and injeel. The current bible contains 66 books in protestant bible and 73 books in catholic bible.We have so many versions of bible, viz: Kings james version(written in 1611), Roman catholic bible, Revised standard version (written in 1952), re revised standard version (written in 1971), international standard version. Different versions differ in number of verses, some words were added while some deleted in different versions. The latest bible is based on oldest available manuscripts that are dated to be 200-300 years after the departure of Prophet Jesus. So we can’t say that present bible is 100% words of God, as we dont have original torah(that was revealed in hebrew) or original injeel (that was revealed in aramaic).Those people who associate themself with bible call themself christains. Present christianity is mixture of some teachings of bible and teachings of the church. Thus we see evolution of a religion.
Holy Quran: In the desert of arabia in 560 AD was born a man called Muhammad. He was bestowed with prophethood and first revelation came to him when he was 40 years old. After that in span of 23 years revelation of Quran was completed. prophet Muhammad died in 623 and before his death Quran was complete. Afterwards it was compiled in form of book.Quran is the only holy book that claim that it is part of faith to believe in previous messengers and previous revelations (revelations that were revaled from Almighty God). Also Quran procalims time and again that it is word of God and religion of God is only one and has been same. Prophet muhammad never claimed that he has brought any new religion. Quran confirms that prophet Muhammad was a prophet just like other prophets and also Quran claims that it has been revelaed for the guidance of whole mankind, now no messenger will come afterwards, whosoever believes and follows Quran will be successful in the life hereafter. Important point to note is that unlike to previous revelations Quran is 100% preserved. There are many people who have memorized the whole Quran since the time of prophet Muhammad. Since it was revelaed only 1400 years back which comes under modern history-minute details related to it are preserved and well authenticated. We know the background and context of revlelation of its verses, we know the life history of Prophet Muhammad. Those who follow teachings of Quran call themselves Muslim. Thus we find a religion out of several religions around globe.
Conclusion: Since all revelations came from same God, but except Quran none is there in its 100% pure form today. Quran provides complete code of life, it deals with social/spiritual/ economical/ political aspects of life. Life hsitory and teachings of prophet Muhammad are preserved. Quran is guidance for whole mankind and its free from any error. So the religion of God has been always one and same. When Vedas were revealed then those people who followed it were following religion of God. Simialrly people who followed torah, zabur and injeel were following religion of God. And those people who follow Quran are following religion of God. But today if anyone wants to follow religion of God then he/she must turn to 100% word of God today i.e Quran. By following vedas and bible today we may not be following 100% the religion of God. For example- many people do idol worship which is against God’s religion, many people believe Prophet Jesus to be God which is against God’s religion. Since the teachings of God got mixed with teachings of man and so religion of God no more remained so. All these doubts can be eliminated if we all follow the last revelation of God i.e Quran and by doing this we will have ONLY ONE RELIGION OF GOD.