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Introduction
All prophets were sent with the same message: monotheism in the worship of Allah,
the Exalted, and testifying to the supremacy of His attributes as well as the Oneness
of His essence. However, their messages may differ in terms of legislation (Sharia),
for instance, regarding the manner of performing prayers, fasting, types of charity
and so on. This depends upon each nation’s characteristics, according to Allah’s
wisdom, for He knows His creatures better than they know themselves.
Every prophet revived the basic beliefs that had been distorted since the
departure of the preceding prophet. Islam, being the final message, revived the basic
beliefs and practices of all the preceding messages, including the message of Jesus.
It elaborated them so that people would find them clear and straightforward to
follow.
Following are some basic teachings which were established by Prophet Jesus and
were later revived in the message of Islam:
17.1 Revival of the creed of Allah’s Oneness of essence
This fundamental principle was taught by Jesus (pbuh), as quoted below, but then
abandoned by most Christians. It was revived by the message of Islam. All praise
and thanks are for Allah for His guidance.
Here are fourteen proofs from the Bible and rational thought regarding Allah’s
Oneness in His essence, negating the doctrine of the Trinity:
1. Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. (Deuteronomy 6:4)
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Compiled from Philips, The True Message of Jesus Christ and Caraballo, My Great
Love for Jesus Led Me to Islam.
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