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Title: An Analytical & Critical Study of the Concept & Techniques of Distortion in Sacred Books of Semitic Religions and Quranic Interpretation
Authors: Tayyaba Razzaq
Journal: Journal of World Religions and Interfaith Harmony
Publisher: Islamia University, Bahawalpur
Country: Pakistan
Year: 2023
Volume: 2
Issue: 2
Language: English
This concentrate research study essentially targets featuring the ways utilized by Jew Rabbis and Christian Priests in contorting the heavenly Torah and Gospel separately in the illumination of Qur'anic sections that manage those habits of mutilation. The techniques utilized in this study are inductive and logical. Data gathered from the information concerning the twisting of the Torah and Gospel from the old style and contemporary books of Qur'anic translation, different books and on-line sources connected with the review. This research paper seeks to identify and highlight the linguistic detail of distortion, its concept and used techniques in sacred books of Semitic religions. Main points of the argument are; Quranic Interpretation of the concept & techniques distortion, mutilation the Jews and Christians in their exercises: crediting human works to the expressions of Allah almighty, concealing various uncovered texts, stirring up reality with lie, misspeaking the hallowed texts, overlooking the divine texts, having confidence in specific refrains of the radiant book and excusing some others etc. The paper would depend on the concept- aligning & explaining Quranic Interpretation of distortion. This paper work will provide theoretical orientation; make reference to relevant theoretical and empirical literatures for adequate clarification, comprehension and action sought where needed. The research study will extract the distortion methods from the Quranic verses. Qualitative research methodology has adopted.
To highlight the concept and methods used by Jewish Rabbis and Christian priests in distorting the Torah and the Gospel, as illuminated by Quranic verses.
Qualitative research methodology, employing inductive and analytical approaches. Data was collected from ancient and modern interpretations of the Torah and Gospel, as well as general books and online sources. The study extracted distortion methods from Quranic verses.
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A["Identify Research Problem: Distortion in Sacred Books"] --> B["Gather Data: Quranic verses, interpretations, historical texts"];
B --> C["Analyze Data: Inductive and Analytical Methods"];
C --> D["Extract Distortion Techniques and Concepts"];
D --> E["Compare with Quranic Teachings"];
E --> F["Formulate Findings and Conclusions"];
The paper argues that both the Torah and the Gospel have undergone verbal and implied distortions. It details various methods of distortion, such as attributing human works to divine expressions, concealing texts, mixing truth with falsehood, misrepresenting sacred texts, and ignoring divine texts. The study also points to perceived contradictions and irrational content within the Bible, like the Trinity, as evidence of distortion. The Quran is presented as resolving the problem of distortion by clarifying what was hidden or misrepresented in earlier scriptures.
Distortion in sacred texts is defined as dishonesty and modification of documents, involving changing words, meanings, or concealing texts. The study identifies eleven techniques used by Jewish rabbis and Christian monks in distortion activities, including writing books and attributing them to Allah, concealment of divine texts, confusing truth with falsehood, mispronouncing words, forgetting sacred texts, following rules not found in scriptures, lying, disruption, believing in some parts of the Book and disbelieving others, neglect, and presumption.
Distortion is an unlawful act involving changing wording, concealment, or corrupt interpretation of divine revelations. The Torah and Gospels have been distorted, a fact acknowledged by Muslims. The study reveals the methods used by Jewish rabbis and Christian monks to distort these scriptures for personal gain. The Quran, protected by Allah, serves to clarify and correct these distortions.
* The study states that the Bible's omission of the stoning punishment for adultery and the omission of Prophet Muhammad's name are significant distortions.
* The paper cites Quranic verses (e.g., Al-Baqarah 2:79, Al-Maida 5:15) as evidence for distortions in Semitic scriptures.
* The research was published in the Journal of World Religions and Interfaith Harmony, Vol. 2, Issue 2, Fall 2023, pp. 216-226.
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