Islam

The term "Islam" does not explicitly appear in the Bible, as it is primarily a religious tradition that emerged in the 7th century CE, well after the biblical texts were written. Islam, which means "submission" in Arabic, refers to the submission to the will of Allah (God) and was founded by the Prophet Muhammad. From a biblical perspective, the concept of submission to God is echoed in various passages, such as James 4:7, which encourages believers to "Submit yourselves, then, to God."While the Bible does not directly address Islam, it does speak about the broader themes of faith, obedience, and the nature of God, which are also central to Islamic belief. The Old Testament emphasizes a covenant relationship with God, requiring faithfulness and obedience (Deuteronomy 6:5), while the New Testament calls for submission to God's will and the teachings of Jesus (Matthew 7:21). Additionally, the Bible speaks of the coming of nations and peoples who will seek the Lord, which some interpret as a reference to the eventual spread of faith, including Islam, as part of God’s overarching plan for humanity (Isaiah 2:2-3). Thus, while Islam is not mentioned in the Bible, its foundational ideas resonate with biblical themes of submission and faithfulness to God.

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