The Bible, Tawrah and Injeel in Light of Islam
The Bible, Tawrah and Injeel in Light of Islam Judaism, Christianity and Islam all share the concept of divine revelation being sent down by God for the benefit and guidance of mankind. Islam acknowledges the scripture that was revealed to Moses, the Tawrah, as well as the scripture that revealed to Jesus, the Injeel. These are often translated as ‘Torah’ and ‘Gospel’, respectively. The Qur’an also acknowledges the scriptures revealed to other prophets, such as Abraham and David. Where Islam differs is the question of whether the versions of the Bible which exist today are the same divine revelation that was bestowed upon Moses, Jesus, and other prophets. The aim of this article is not to prove that modern Bibles are corrupted texts. Rather, it is to discuss the different opinions that exist with regard to how the original Tawrah and Injeel relate to Bibles that exist today. We will also clarify the correct Islamic position in this regard. When it comes to the Bible in light of Is...