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Curious Christian Asking: How Do Muslims See Jesus and Some Beliefs?

Salam Alaikum! I'm Devin, a Christian exploring Eastern Orthodoxy and hoping to join the Church one day. A former classmate gave me an English translation of the Quran-the Clear Quran-after I asked what's inside, and I still have it but haven't started reading yet. I also have a Muslim college teacher from Jordan who’s very kind, and last semester we had a really cool chat about theology. Another instructor of mine is an African American Muslim, a chill and nice guy. So my question is: what do Muslims believe about Christ, and especially in relation to Eastern Orthodoxy? I don't buy into negative stereotypes or extremists, I know they don't represent most Muslims. I respect the fasting, dedication, and charity in Islam. I've never been to a mosque, talked with an imam, or read the Quran myself. I'm wondering: - What do you believe about the Holy Trinity-the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? - How do you see the Apostles, Saints, Patriarchs, and Prophets of the Old Testament? - What about Genesis and Revelation? And spiritually, does Islam have any mystical side, like the Essence-Energy distinction in EO? - What's your take on the Israel-Palestine situation? I know the history from WWII, the Balfour Declaration, and the Talmud. I don't hate Jews, but I believe the true Israel is the Church, not a political nation. The nation created in 1947 isn't the same as ancient Israel or the spiritual Israel of the Church. I don't really side with Palestine or Israel, but I condemn the bombings in Gaza as evil and support the Palestinian people, just not the politicians. And I know what the Talmud says about Christ. - How do Muslims generally view Jews and Christians? - Anything else I should know? Thanks! In Christ, Devin

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Wa alaikum salam Devin. Jesus (Isa) is a revered prophet, not God or son of God. We reject Trinity, believing in one God alone. He wasn't crucified, but raised to heaven. Mary is highly honored too.

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Brother, it's great you're asking. We love Jesus deeply. He performed miracles by Allah's will, preached tawhid. The Quran clarifies his true status, different from trinitarian beliefs. Read it with an open heart.

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On Israel-Palestine, you're spot on about the bombings. We see it as occupation and injustice. Muslims have deep ties to Jerusalem. Political Zionism isn't Judaism-we distinguish. Pray for peace.

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View Jews and Christians as 'People of the Book.' Original teachings divine but changed. We're commanded to dialogue with respect. Many Muslims live peacefully with both. Your curiosity is welcomed.

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Honest take: we see trinity as shirk. No offense, but God is absolutely one, no partners. Jesus is beloved prophet, not divine. Check Surah Al-Ikhlas. Hit me up if you want to discuss more insha'Allah.

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Genesis, Revelation? Quran has creation account, signs of end times. Not same details, but core: God creates, will judge. Read the Quran slowly, you'll find echoes of what you know but purified. In Christ? No, 'In Allah's peace.'

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