Dr Zakir Naik full lecture Islam is the Solution for humanity Live Islam 2012 Mauritius

Introduction

The speaker greets the audience and introduces the topic of his talk.

Greetings and Topic Introduction

• The speaker greets the audience with Islamic greetings.

• He introduces himself and expresses his pleasure to be back in Mauritius.

• The topic of his talk is "Islam: The Solution, Not the Problem for Humanity."

Definition of Islam

The speaker defines Islam and explains its meaning.

Definition of Islam

• Islam comes from the Arabic word "Salam," which means peace.

• It also means submitting one's will to Almighty God (Allah).

• A person who submits their will to Allah is called a Muslim.

• Unlike other religions that cater only to either spiritual or physical aspects, Islam caters to both.

Source of Solution

The speaker talks about how any solution needs a credible source, and he identifies the Quran as the source for solutions in Islam.

Source of Solution

• Any solution requires a credible source. For example, if someone wants to teach you about medicine, you would want to know if they are qualified before following their advice.

• In Islam, the Quran is considered the cornerstone of faith and contains solutions for humanity's problems.

• The Quran is a positive book that provides guidance for those who are lost or suffering.

Miracle of Quran

The speaker talks about how the Quran stands up to scientific scrutiny and why it is considered a miracle.

Miracle of Quran

• For any book claiming to be from God, it should stand up to scientific scrutiny. Only one religious scripture passes this test - the Quran.

• Scholars consider it as an unchanged preserved 100% word from Allah (God).

• Tomorrow's talk will be about Quran and modern science, where the speaker will explain why the Quran is considered a miracle.

Conclusion

The speaker concludes his talk by quoting a verse from the Quran and inviting the audience to attend his next talk.

Conclusion

• The Quran mentions four revelations - Torah, Zabur, Injeel, and Quran.

• The Quran is considered the last and final revelation of Allah (God) to Prophet Muhammad.

• The source of solutions in Islam is Allah (God), who revealed them through the Quran.

• Tomorrow's talk will be about how modern science proves that the Quran is God's word.

The Quran's Message for Humanity

In this section, the speaker discusses how the Quran's message is not limited to a particular group of people or time period, but rather it is meant for all of humanity and for eternity.

The Quran's Universality

• Before the Quran, messages were only meant for specific groups and time periods.

• However, since the Quran is the last revelation, it is meant for all of humanity and for eternity.

• Allah gave Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) the book to instruct all of humankind.

• Allah has sent messengers to every nation and tribe as guides and warners.

Prophet Muhammad as a Messenger

• There were 124,000 messengers sent on earth according to Prophet Musa (peace be upon him).

• All previous messengers were sent only for specific groups and time periods.

• However, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), being the last messenger, was sent for all of humanity as a mercy from Allah.

Preservation of the Quran

• Since there will be no more revelations after the Quran, Allah has preserved it from corruption.

• William Moore acknowledged that the Quran is the only religious scripture that has maintained its pure form.

• Despite this preservation, there is still virulent propaganda about Islam in international media.

Misconceptions about Islam

In this section, the speaker talks about how the media spreads misconceptions about Islam and how people should go to authentic sources to learn about Islam.

The Media's Strategy

• The media picks up the black sheep of the Muslim community and portrays them as exemplary Muslims.

Authentic Sources of Islam

• To learn about Islam, one should go to the authentic sources of Islam - the Quran and Hadith.

• One should not look at Muslims to understand Islam.

Misquoted Verses from Quran

• Some critics misquote verses from the Quran out of context to prove that Islam is a barbaric religion.

• Surah Tauba chapter 9 verse number 5 is often quoted out of context by critics. It says "wherever you find a kafir (non-Muslim), you kill him." But this verse is quoted out of context.

Contextual Understanding

• To understand this verse in context, one needs to read from verse number 1 of surah tauba chapter number 9. There was a peace treaty between Muslims and mushriks of Makkah which was unilaterally broken by mushriks. By verse number 5, Allah gives an ultimatum to mushriks and tells them that they need to put things straight in four months' time otherwise it will be a declaration of war. Verse number 5 is in reference to fighting in battlefield when unbelievers come after breaking treaty with Muslims. This is not applicable outside battlefield situations.

Islam is a Religion of Peace

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses how the Quran promotes peace and condemns violence.

The Quran Promotes Peace

• The Quran teaches that peace is better than fighting.

• Surah Maidah chapter 5 verse 32 states that killing any innocent human being is like killing all of humanity.

• No other religious scripture has such a statement about the value of human life.

Misconceptions About Islam

• Dr. Zakir Naik shares an example of how his words were taken out of context to portray him as promoting violence against women.

• The media often takes quotes from the Quran and Hadith out of context to malign Islam.

Overall, Dr. Zakir Naik emphasizes that Islam promotes peace and condemns violence, and that it is important to understand the context in which verses from the Quran are written before making assumptions about their meaning.

Understanding the Meaning of Jihad

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik explains the true meaning of jihad and how it has been misinterpreted in the media.

The True Meaning of Jihad

• The word "jihad" means to strive or struggle.

• The term "holy war" was first used to describe Christian Crusaders who spread Christianity by force.

• Today, the word "jihad" is often used to describe Muslims fighting for their beliefs, but this is a misinterpretation.

• According to the Quran, the best solution is to come to common terms with others.

Educating Others About Islam

• Dr. Zakir Naik shares an experience he had while traveling to America where he was questioned about his beliefs at customs.

• He uses scriptures from other religions such as Christianity and Hinduism to educate others about Islam and its teachings on peace and fighting against evil.

• He emphasizes that there are no sects in Islam and that he is simply a servant of Allah.

• When asked if he believes in jihad, Dr. Zakir Naik explains that jihad means striving or struggling and can be applied in many ways, including fighting against evil.

Fighting Against Evil

• Dr. Zakir Naik cites examples from various religious texts that show fighting against evil is not unique to Islam.

• He emphasizes that when he interacts with non-Muslim individuals, he uses their own scriptures to educate them about Islam's stance on peace and fighting against evil.

The Importance of Context in Religious Scriptures

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses the importance of context when interpreting religious scriptures and provides examples from Hinduism and Islam.

Contextual Interpretation of Bhagavad Gita and Quran

• Shri Krishna's advice to Arjuna in Bhagavad Gita chapter 2 verse number 31-32 is similar to what the Quran says in Surah An-Nisa verse 135.

• Critics of Islam often quote hadith without providing references, but the same message can be found in Bhagavad Gita chapter number 2 verse number 37g.

• To educate non-Muslims about Islam, one should follow Allah's guidance in Surah Al-Imran chapter 3 verse 64 which encourages finding common ground.

Importance of Reading Religious Scriptures

• Dr. Zakir Naik suggests making Sanskrit compulsory for Indians to understand Hinduism better and live harmoniously with each other.

• Despite being the most influential person in human history, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) has faced the most criticism.

• Dr. Zakir Naik's popularity has led to both supporters and critics on social media platforms like YouTube.

Overall, Dr. Zakir Naik emphasizes that understanding religious scriptures requires contextual interpretation and reading them thoroughly can help promote harmony among different communities.

Mauritius and Freedom of Speech

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik talks about his experience with the Mauritian government and their stance on freedom of speech.

Mauritius' Values

• The Prime Minister of Mauritius reversed a decision to refuse Dr. Zakir Naik a visa.

• Mauritius values freedom of speech and democracy, similar to India where the origin of many Mauritian people comes from.

UK Exclusion Order

• Dr. Zakir Naik was banned from entering the UK due to a statement he made condemning acts of terrorism but also acknowledging innocent Muslim lives lost in conflicts such as Afghanistan, Iraq, and Palestine.

• He filed a case against the Home Secretary in the UK court system but ultimately lost in all levels including the Supreme Court.

Cooperation with Anti-Terrorism Department

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses his interaction with Charles Farr, head of counterterrorism department in the Labour Party government at that time.

Conditions for Cooperation

• Dr. Zakir Naik agreed to cooperate with Charles Farr's request for help as long as it did not go against Quran and Sunnah.

• However, when Conservative party came into power they wanted to show they were tough on Muslims so they excluded him from entering the country.

Condemning Terrorism

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik talks about his stance on terrorism and how he condemns it.

Condemning Acts of Terrorism

• Dr. Zakir Naik condemns acts of terrorism such as 9/11, London bombing, and Bombay train blast.

• He also acknowledges innocent lives lost in conflicts such as Afghanistan, Iraq, and Palestine.

Muslim Apologetic

• Dr. Zakir Naik believes that Muslims should not be apologetic when it comes to condemning terrorism but also speaking out against the loss of innocent Muslim lives in conflicts.

The Context of Dr. Zakir Naik

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik talks about how the media portrays him and Islam in a negative light by taking his speeches out of context and editing them to fit their agenda.

Media's Strategy

• The media takes speeches out of context and portrays a negative picture about Islam.

• They have an agenda, and if it is not fulfilled, they start editing to fulfill it by deceit.

Misconceptions About Islam

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik talks about some misconceptions that people have about Islam.

Fundamentalism

• Fundamentalism means a person who follows the fundamentals of one particular subject. It depends on which field the person is in; you have to label him accordingly.

• Dr. Zakir Naik is a fundamentalist Muslim because he follows and strives to practice the fundamentals of Islam, which are not against humanity as a whole.

Conclusion

Dr. Zakir Naik believes that the media portrays Muslims negatively by taking their speeches out of context and editing them to fit their agenda. He also clarifies some misconceptions that people have about Islam, such as fundamentalism being associated with extremism when it simply means following the fundamentals of a particular subject or field.

Muslims and Labels

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses how labels are given to people based on their actions and beliefs, and how these labels can differ depending on who is in power.

Different Labels for the Same Person

• Muslims are often labeled as terrorists, but this label depends on one's perspective.

• Indians who fought for independence were called terrorists by the British government, but were seen as freedom fighters by common Indians.

• The labels given to people depend on who is in power and their perspective.

Examples from History

• Mauritius was a colony of both the French and British, and there may have been individuals who were called terrorists during struggles for independence.

• George Washington was once considered a terrorist by the British government, but later became the president of the United States.

Islam's Approach to Goodness

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik explains how Islam differs from other religions in its approach to achieving goodness.

Similarities with Other Religions

• Most religions teach good things such as not stealing or harming others.

Difference with Islam

• Unlike other religions that only teach good things, Islam provides a system for achieving goodness through practices such as zakat (charity).

• Zakat requires every rich person to give 2.5% of their savings to charity. If all rich people in the world gave zakat, poverty would be eradicated.

• Islam also has a punishment for theft, which is to chop off the hand of the thief. This may seem barbaric to non-Muslims, but it is a practical law that reduces crime rates.

Implementing Sharia Law

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses how implementing Sharia law can reduce crime rates.

Example of USA

• The United States has the highest crime rate in the world.

• If Sharia law was implemented in the US, including zakat and punishment for theft, crime rates would decrease.

• Saudi Arabia has one of the lowest crime rates in the world due to its strict implementation of Sharia law.

The Importance of Hijab in Islam

Dr. Zakir Naik explains the importance of hijab in Islam and how it can prevent women from being molested or raped.

Criteria for Hijab

• Islam prescribes hijab for women, which includes complete body coverage except for the face and hands.

• The clothes should not be tight-fitting, transparent, glamorous, or resemble that of the opposite sex or unbelievers.

• These criteria are given in Surah Ahzaab Chapter 33 Verse 59 of the Quran.

Purpose of Hijab

• The purpose of hijab is to recognize women as believers and prevent them from being molested.

• If two equally beautiful twin sisters were walking down the street, one wearing hijab and the other wearing Western clothes, who would a potential rapist target? This illustrates how hijab can protect women.

Double Standards

• Despite this protection offered by hijab, some media outlets label Dr. Zakir Naik as a misogynist for promoting it.

• However, these same outlets report on surveys showing that a significant percentage of people believe revealing clothing is a cause of rape.

• This double standard is hypocritical and unfair.

Punishment for Rape

• Islamic sharia prescribes capital punishment (death penalty) for any man who rapes a woman.

• Non-Muslims may also receive this punishment if they commit rape.

• While some may view this as barbaric or ruthless, many non-Muslims agree with this punishment when asked what they would do if someone raped their mother or sister.

Rape Statistics

• According to FBI statistics from 1990 and National Crime Bureau Department of Justice statistics from 1996 and 2006, the number of rape cases in America is alarmingly high.

• This highlights the importance of measures like hijab and strict punishments for rapists.

Implementing Sharia Law in the USA

In this section, the speaker discusses implementing Islamic sharia law in the USA and its impact on women and rape rates.

Sharia Law and Rape Rates

• The speaker asks if implementing Islamic sharia law in the USA would increase, decrease or maintain the same rate of rape.

• The speaker argues that implementing sharia law is practical and effective in reducing social evils such as alcoholism, drug addiction, pornography, prostitution, adultery and fornication.

• The speaker asserts that Islam is intolerant towards injustice, discrimination and societal evils. He claims that it is a peaceful religion that uplifts women.

Western Society's Treatment of Women

In this section, the speaker criticizes Western society's treatment of women.

Upliftment vs Degradation

• The speaker argues that Western society claims to uplift women but actually degrades them by objectifying them through advertisements.

• The speaker gives an example of a BMW advertisement featuring a woman wearing a bikini with the tagline "test-drive her now". He claims that such ads degrade women instead of uplifting them.

• The speaker asserts that Muslims are proud to subjugate women because they love them, protect them and care for them. He claims that Islam is the only religion that has truly uplifted women.

Media Attacks on Islam

In this section, the speaker talks about media attacks on Islam.

Allah's Plan

• The speaker quotes from Quran (Surah Al Imran, Chapter 3, Verse 54) to argue that Allah is the best planner and that media attacks on Islam will not succeed.

• The speaker cites statistics to show that Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world and that a majority of those accepting Islam are women. He questions why American and European women would accept a religion that subjugates them if it were true.

The transcript has some controversial statements. It is important to note that this summary only reflects the content of the transcript and does not reflect any personal views or opinions.

Acceptance of Islam after 9/11

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik talks about the acceptance of Islam by non-Muslims in America and Europe after 9/11. He explains that people are finding solutions to their problems in Islam.

Reasons for Acceptance

• 34,000 Americans became Muslims.

• In Europe alone, 22,000 European non-Muslims accepted Islam.

• People are not being forced to accept Islam at the point of a sword.

• People are finding solutions to their problems in Islam.

The Glorious Quran

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik talks about the Quran and its message of truth.

Message of Truth

• The Quran is the religion of peace.

• It has the solution to the problems of humanity.

• The Quran states that truth has arrived and falsehood perished.

Question and Answer Session

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik invites non-Muslims to ask questions regarding Islam or any other religion.

Guidelines for Question and Answer Session

• Three microphones have been placed for questions - one on the left for ladies, one in the center aisle, and one on the right for men.

• Non-Muslims will be given first preference during questioning.

• Questions can be asked outside the topic as well.

• Questions can be asked on comparative religion such as Hinduism, Christianity or Judaism or Buddhism

• Participants should mention their name and profession while asking questions.

Queueing Guidelines

• Non-Muslims will be given priority during questioning.

• Gents can queue up at two microphones - one on my right on the first tile and one on the center aisle.

• The third microphone is for ladies.

• Non-Muslims can jump the queue and come ahead of the line.

Encouragement to Ask Questions

• Dr. Zakir Naik encourages an open question-answer session.

• He believes in freedom of speech and welcomes criticism.

Question from a Christian

In this section, a Christian asks Dr. Zakir Naik about Imam Mahdi.

About Imam Mahdi

• Dr. Zakir Naik explains that Muslims believe in 124,000 messengers of Almighty God, with Jesus Christ being one of them.

• Muslims believe that Jesus Christ was not divine but rather a mighty messenger of God who will return before the end of the world.

• When he returns, Imam Mahdi will also be present.

The Economic System of Islam

In this section, the speaker discusses how Islam addresses economic problems and the role of interest in the economic meltdown.

Islam's Solution to Economic Problems

• Imam Mehdi is expected to reinstate Halawa and all people will accept Islam.

• Zakat is one of the pillars of Islam. Every rich person who has more than 85 grams of gold should give 2.5% of their savings every lunar year to charity.

• If every rich person in the world gives charity, poverty will be eradicated from this world.

Interest-Based System

• Interest is prohibited in Islam as it makes a rich person richer and a poor person poorer.

• Dealing with Riba (interest) is prohibited in Islam. It is mentioned seven times in the Quran.

• Islamic banking follows profit and loss sharing instead of interest-based systems. No Islamic bank went bankrupt during the economic meltdown.

• Banks are controlled by a few limited Jewish families such as Rockefeller and Goldsmith.

Credit Cards

• Credit cards charge high-interest rates that accumulate over time, making it difficult for people to pay off their debts.

• The maximum default rate for credit cards is more than 50%, but banks continue to charge high-interest rates.

This transcript contains some non-English words such as "Halawa" which may not have an English translation or equivalent.

The Islamic Economic System

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik explains the Islamic economic system and how it differs from other economic systems.

Profit and Sharing

• Islam believes in a system where the rich become richer and the poor become poorer through profit and sharing.

• Companies that are debt-free have more value than those that are debt-based.

• An Islamic economic system is against RIBA (interest).

Creation

• There are two types of creation: creating something from something and creating something from nothing.

• Only Allah can create something from nothing; humans can only create something from something.

Questions on Islam

• Non-Muslims are welcome to ask questions about Islam, Hinduism, Christianity, or Judaism.

• If a husband commits adultery, it is a major sin in Islam but does not change the status of the nikah (marriage).

• A pious Muslim woman should try to get her husband on the straight path if he is committing zina (adultery).

Marriage and Religion

In this section, the speaker discusses the Islamic perspective on marriage and divorce. He explains that Islam encourages spouses to work together to stay on the straight path, but also allows for divorce if necessary.

Marriage in Islam

• Islam encourages spouses to forgive each other and work together to stay on the straight path.

• If a spouse is not willing to change their ways, there are options for divorce.

• Mutual discussion between husband and wife is encouraged before considering divorce.

Divorce in Islam

• Islam permits divorce as a last resort.

• The marital contract can be dissolved if both parties agree or if one party seeks admission from an Islamic court.

• Government should protect and help those going through a divorce.

Understanding Religious Texts

In this section, the speaker answers questions about religious texts such as the Bible and Quran. He explains how different religions were created and why details may not always be given in religious texts.

Understanding Religious Texts

• The Quran narrates stories of some prophets but not all.

• The Quran is a telegraphic message that does not provide every detail.

• Rules regarding incest have changed over time in different religions.

• Adultery and incest are prohibited in Islam today but may have been allowed at different times in history.

• The wife of Cain was likely his sister born of a different delivery, which was permitted at that time but later prohibited.

Creation of Different Religions

In this section, the speaker answers a question about how different religions were created and why they exist.

Creation of Different Religions

• The speaker quotes a verse from the Quran that explains that different religions were created to test humanity.

• People have free will to choose their religion or lack thereof.

• The speaker encourages people to seek knowledge and make informed decisions about their beliefs.

Understanding the Concept of Islam

In this section, the speaker explains that Islam means submitting one's will to God and that it is the only religion sent by Almighty God. He also discusses how over time, messages from God were corrupted and new messengers were sent with new messages.

One Religion Sent by Almighty God

• Islam means submitting one's will to God.

• Almighty God only sent one religion which is peace acquired by submitting a will to God.

• All religions besides Islam are either a corrupted form of the original message or created by human beings.

Messages from God Over Time

• Over time, people kept changing the message from messengers sent by Almighty God.

• When the message got corrupted, Almighty God sent a new messenger with a new message.

• All messages before were meant for a particular group of people and for a specific time period.

Four Revelations Mentioned in Quran

• Four revelations are mentioned in Quran: Taurah, Zabur, Injeel, and Quran.

• Taurah was given to Moses (PBUH), Zabur was given to David (PBUH), Injeel was given to Jesus (PBUH), and Quran was given to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Basic Message of All Messengers

This section discusses how all messengers had the same basic message - believe in one God who has no idol, images, father, parents or children. The finer details may differ here and there but the basic message is the same.

Basic Message of All Messengers

• The basic message of all messengers was to believe in one God who has no idol, images, father, parents or children.

• The religion of submitting a will to God came into its final form when Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was sent as the last and final messenger.

Similarities in Religious Scriptures

• Even after religious scriptures have been changed, the basic message of oneness of God is there in all scriptures.

• Islam is the only non-Christian faith that makes an article of faith to believe in Jesus Christ (PBUH).

Corrupted Forms of Religious Scriptures

This section discusses how religious scriptures have been corrupted over time. For example, there are many different types of Gospels in the Bible and no two are identical. Similarly, Mahabharath was originally 8000 slokas but later became 24,000 verses and now has over 100,000 shlokas.

Corrupted Forms of Religious Scriptures

• Religious scriptures have been corrupted over time.

• There are many different types of Gospels in the Bible and no two are identical.

• Mahabharath was originally 8000 slokas but later became 24,000 verses and now has over 100,000 shlokas.

Did Jesus Claim Divinity?

In this section, the speaker discusses whether Jesus claimed divinity and challenges Christians to provide an unequivocal statement from the Bible where Jesus himself claims to be God.

Jesus' Submission to God

• Most Christians believe that Jesus claimed divinity, but there is not a single unequivocal statement in the complete Bible where Jesus Christ himself says that he is God or asks people to worship him.

• If you read the Bible, you will find that Jesus Christ submitted his will to God. He never claimed divinity and always mentioned that he was sent by God.

• In fact, if you read the Gospel of John chapter number 14 verse number 24, it says "the words that you hear are not mine but my father's who sent me."

Evidence Against Divinity

• The speaker challenges any Christian to point out a single statement from the Bible where Jesus Christ himself says "I am God" or "worship me."

• Furthermore, in Matthew chapter number 19 verse number 16 - 17, when a man approaches Jesus Christ peace be upon him and tells him good master what good things should I do so that I shall enter eternal life so that I shall go to paradise so Jesus Christ peace be upon him says why thou call'st if be good leave aside God why thou callest me good for there's only one good and that is Almighty God and if you want to entitle in life you keep the commandments it's nil he never said that you believe that I am God he never said to believe I died on the cross for your sins.

Conclusion

• The Bible mentions that there is only one God, and Jesus was one of the mightiest messengers of God. He never claimed divinity, and his teachings clearly state that there is only one God.

The Importance of Studying Scriptures

In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of studying religious scriptures and finding common ground among different religions.

Common Ground Among Religions

• All major religions believe in one God.

• All major religions talk about the last and final messenger, Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

• Hindu scriptures have many prophecies about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), including his name as "Vamana" and details about his birthplace, family, and friends.

• Let us agree to follow what is common among our scriptures.

Prohibition of Alcohol

• All major religions prohibit alcohol consumption.

• The Bible, Proverbs, Manu Smriti, and Quran all forbid drinking alcohol.

• Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) prohibited alcohol with just his words, leading to a teetotaler community of Muslims.

• Alcohol has caused more deaths than cigarette smoking worldwide.

Importance of Studying Scriptures: Part 2

In this section, the speaker continues to emphasize the importance of studying religious scriptures and not blindly following religious leaders.

Blindly Following Religious Leaders

• Don't just listen to priests or pundits; go back to your scriptures.

• A pundit may misinterpret a scripture; question them if you disagree with their interpretation.

Importance of Knowledge

• Knowledge is important in understanding religion and its teachings.

• Ignorance can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts between different religions.

Concept of God in Islam and Hinduism

The speaker discusses the concept of God in Islam and Hinduism, referencing sacred scriptures. He emphasizes the importance of going back to one's own scriptures to find common truths.

Differences between Islam and Hinduism

• The speaker notes that he did not quote from Hindu scriptures during his lecture on the concept of God, while he as a Muslim referenced the Vedas and Bhagavad Gita.

• The speaker emphasizes that there is only one God who has no parents or children, and that all messengers sent to Earth were from this same God.

• The last messenger was Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and if people agree on this truth, they can be united.

Q&A Session

• A non-Muslim asks what Dr. Zakir Naik is doing to implement Sharia law in the world.

• Dr. Zakir Naik responds by saying that he is spreading the message of Islam and trying to earn blessings by making the Deen spread. He believes that Islam will enter every home eventually, without requiring any human intervention.

Spreading the Message of Peace

Dr. Zakir Naik talks about how he spreads the message of peace through his work as a speaker, emphasizing that Allah does not require him or any human being to make His Deen prevail.

Implementing Sharia Law

• Dr. Zakir Naik explains that he is spreading the message of Islam in his limited capacity as a speaker, but ultimately it is up to Allah for His Deen to prevail.

• He believes that by spreading the message of peace, he can earn blessings and be instrumental in making the Deen spread.

• Dr. Zakir Naik cites a hadith that says Islam will enter every home eventually, and believes that this is happening through media and satellite technology.

Conclusion

• Dr. Zakir Naik emphasizes that his work as a speaker is limited, but he hopes to earn blessings by spreading the message of peace and making the Deen spread.

Message of Peace

The speaker talks about the importance of spreading peace and implementing Sharia as a mercy for all human beings. He also addresses the issue of Islam being portrayed negatively in the media.

Distorted Image of Islam

• A self-employed Muslim asks how it is that the message of Islam is being distorted and why its image is being tarnished.

• The speaker explains that although Islam is a religion of peace, international media spreads misconceptions about it to portray it as violent and oppressive towards women.

• The media's portrayal of Islam as a threat to their way of life has led to attempts to suppress its growth.

War on Peace

• The war on terror after 9/11 was actually a war on peace, specifically targeting Islam.

• Despite negative portrayals in the media, interest in learning about Islam increased after 9/11, leading to more people converting to the religion.

Removing Misconceptions

• Muslims have a duty to remove misconceptions about their religion from non-Muslim minds by presenting its positive aspects.

• It's unfair to blame non-Muslims for having negative views about Islam when they are only exposed to negative portrayals in the media.

How Do We Know Allah Exists?

A Hindu friend asks how we can know Allah exists and what he is like.

Proving God's Existence

• The speaker suggests attending his talk on Quran and modern science where he will prove with scientific evidence that God exists.

Understanding the Concept of Son of God in Christianity and Islam

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses the concept of "Son of God" in Christianity and Islam. He explains how the term is used differently in both religions and clarifies some common misconceptions.

The Meaning of "Son of God" in Christianity

• Christians believe that Jesus is the only begotten Son of God.

• John 3:16 states that "God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son."

• However, some scholars believe that the word "begotten" was added to the Bible later on and is not an accurate translation.

• According to Romans, anyone who follows the commandments of God can be considered a son of God.

The Meaning of "Son of God" in Islam

• Muslims believe that Jesus was a messenger of God and a godly person.

• In the Quran, Allah is referred to as "up," which means "the most merciful," rather than "father."

• Muslims do not believe that Jesus was the begotten Son of God.

Abraham's Sons

• According to the Bible, Abraham had two sons - Ishmael (with his maid Hagar), and Isaac (with his wife Sarah).

• Ishmael's descendants are believed to have become Muslims, while Isaac's descendants became Jews and Christians.

The Story of Cain and Abel

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses the story of Cain and Abel from the Bible and explains its significance in Islam.

The Story of Cain and Abel

• Cain and Abel were the sons of Adam and Eve.

• They both offered sacrifices to God, but only Abel's sacrifice was accepted.

• Out of jealousy, Cain killed Abel.

• This story is significant in Islam because it teaches us about the importance of offering sincere worship to God.

The Concept of Original Sin

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses the concept of original sin in Christianity and explains why Muslims do not believe in it.

The Concept of Original Sin

• Christians believe that all humans are born with original sin due to Adam and Eve's disobedience to God.

• Muslims do not believe in original sin because they believe that every person is responsible for their own actions.

• According to Islam, Adam repented for his mistake and was forgiven by God.

Conclusion

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik summarizes the main points discussed in the lecture.

Summary

• The term "Son of God" has different meanings in Christianity and Islam.

• Muslims believe that Jesus was a messenger of God, while Christians believe he was the begotten Son of God.

• The story of Cain and Abel teaches us about the importance of offering sincere worship to God.

• Muslims do not believe in original sin because they believe that every person is responsible for their own actions.

Belief in Prophets and Misunderstandings about Jesus

In this section, the speaker discusses the belief in prophets and how all prophets are descendants of Abraham. The speaker also talks about the misunderstandings surrounding Jesus as a prophet or God.

All Prophets are Descendants of Abraham

• All prophets of God, including Isaac, are believed by Muslims to be messengers of God.

• Muslims believe in all three Abrahamic religions and their common ancestor is Abraham.

• The difference between these religions arose when people stopped following scripture and started following the church.

Misunderstandings About Jesus

• There is not a single unequivocal statement in the Bible where Jesus Christ says that he is God or asks people to worship him.

• When asked if he believes that Jesus is God, the speaker responds with a question: "If I was sure he was God, why would I ask you?"

Lack of Evidence for Jesus' Divinity

This section continues discussing misunderstandings about Jesus and provides evidence from the Bible that contradicts his divinity.

Lack of Evidence for Divinity

• The speaker challenges any Christian to show an unambiguous statement in the complete Bible where Jesus Christ says that he is God or asks people to worship him.

Contextual Interpretation of Gospel Verses

In this section, the speaker explains how certain verses from Gospel have been taken out of context to support claims about Jesus' divinity.

Clarification on Gospel Verses

• The speaker clarifies that when Jesus says "he who has seen me has seen the father," he is talking about Almighty God.

• The speaker also explains that when Jesus says "I am the way, the truth, and the life," he is telling his disciples to follow him as a messenger of God.

• Every messenger at his time was considered the way, the truth, and the life. At the time of Moses, Moses was considered this for his people; at the time of Jesus, Jesus was considered this for his people; and today Prophet Muhammad's teachings are considered this for Muslims.

Misinterpretation of Gospel Verses

In this section, the speaker continues discussing how certain verses from Gospel have been misinterpreted to support claims about Jesus' divinity.

Misinterpretation of Gospel Verses

• The speaker argues that many Christians misunderstand what Jesus meant when he said "he who has seen me has seen my father." He meant that all works he did were in the name of Almighty God.

Jesus Christ and Prophet Muhammad in the Bible

In this section, Dr. Zakir Naik discusses the prophecies of Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) in the Bible and how they refer to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). He also compares the teachings of Islam with Christianity.

Prophecies of Prophet Muhammad in the Bible

• Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) prophesied about another messenger to come after him who will guide people into all truth.

• This messenger is referring to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), who came after Jesus Christ (peace be upon him).

• The Bible mentions that this messenger will not speak of himself but only what he hears from God.

• The Quran confirms that Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was a messenger sent by God to guide humanity.

Comparison between Islam and Christianity

• Muslims are more Christian than Christians themselves because they follow the teachings of Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) more closely.

• For example, Muslims do not drink alcohol, while many Christians do.

• The Bible speaks about hijab and modesty for women, which is also emphasized in Islam.

• The Quran does not mention anything about shaving off a woman's head if she does not cover her hair, unlike the Bible.

• Mother Mary is depicted wearing hijab in pictures, similar to Muslim women.

• Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) said that he did not come to destroy the law but to fulfill it. Therefore, those who want to enter paradise must follow all laws mentioned in the Old Testament.

• Many laws mentioned in the Old Testament are followed by Muslims but not by Christians. For example, Muslims do not eat pork or drink alcohol.

Conclusion

• Jesus Christ (peace be upon him) prophesied about the coming of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in the Bible.

• To follow the teachings of Jesus Christ (peace be upon him), one must also believe in Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

• The teachings of Islam and Christianity have many similarities, but there are also differences in their beliefs and practices.

Scientific Errors in the Bible and Quran

Dr. Zakir Naik discusses scientific errors in religious texts.

Comparison of Quran and Bible

• Dr. Naik debated with Dr. William Campbell about scientific errors in the Quran.

• Dr. Naik pointed out scientific errors in the Bible that Dr. Campbell could not reply to.

Conclusion

• Based on reason and logic, one must believe that Prophet Muhammad is the last and final messenger.

• The session ends with a thank you message to all attendees.