In the previous article, Muslims believe a sinful man can’t bear the sins of others. But, there is a possibility for a sinless man to bear other people’s sins.
Every prophet before Isa Al-Masih have sinned. Did Muhammad and Isa Al-Masih ever sin?
Muhammad Sinned
According to the Quran, Muhammad sinned.
“. . . ask forgiveness for your sin [Muhammad] . . .” (Qs 40:55, 47:19).
“That Allah may forgive for you [Muhammad] what preceded of your sin . . .” (Qs 48:2).
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Isa Al-Masih Never Sinned
Allah commanded all prophets except Isa to seek forgiveness for their sins. The Quran states that Isa Al-Masih is holy.
“He said: ‘Nay, I am only a messenger from thy Lord, (to announce) to thee the gift of a holy son’” (Qs 19:19).
“Every newborn child is touched by the devil . . . except for Isa Al-Masih, Mary’s son” (Bukhari-Anbiya, Chapter 44).
The same principle is written in the Bible about the holiness of Isa. “But you know that he appeared so that he might take away our sins. And in him is no sin.” (Injil, 1 John 3:5).
It is clear that a person with sin cannot bear the sins of others. But a sinless man can bear the sins of others. Thus, since Isa has never sinned, He is able to bear sins of others.
Substitution for Sin in Islam
The concept of substitution for sin exists in Islam. In Shahih Muslim, we read that Muslims will bring their sins to Allah, and then Allah will put the sins on Jews and Christians.
“On Judgment Day, a group of Muslims will come bearing their sins the size of a mountain. And then God forgives them of their sins, and then put the sins on Jews and Christians” (Shahih Muslim 4971). (Readers should know that this strange teaching, where God will put Muslim’s sins on Jews and Christians, is not in the Bible!)
Can Isa Bear the Sins of People?
Can Isa Bear the Sins of People?Who is the only person that can bear sins the size of a mountain? The answer is Isa Al-Masih. About 2000 years ago, Isa bore the sins of humanity on the cross. After He died, He was resurrected by God.
“. . . and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all” (Isaiah 53:6).
Sin is a heavy burden. If we want to be freed from all of our sins (past, present, and future), we have to follow Isa. If you want your sin to be borne by Isa Al-Masih, please contact us.
QUESTIONS FOR CONTEMPLATION
We encourage our readers to comment on the article above. Please start a dialogue with us by focusing on the following questions:
- Can you find a verse in the Quran or hadith, which states that a sinless person can’t bear other people’s sins? If there is one, please show us!
- Do you believe that Isa Al-Masih is pure and sinless? If not, please provide evidence!
- What’s your view on Islam’s teaching where the sins of Muslims will be put on the Christians and Jews? If the hadith is true, can a person bear sins of others?
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“Maka ketahuilah, bahwa tidak ada tuhan (yang patut disembah) selain Allah dan mohonlah ampunan atas dosamu dan atas (dosa) orang-orang mukmin, laki-laki dan perempuan. Dan Allah mengetahui tempat usaha dan tempat tinggalmu” (Qs.47:19).
Ini bukan berarti nabi muhammad itu berdosa tapi itu peringatan dari allah kalo tidak ada tuhan selain allah dan minta ampunan hanya kepada allah.
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God has written the Book of Truth in the Gospel and the Torah which is the Bible. You need Jesus, the Messiah/Savior, to save you because He will judge mankind. Anyone who rejects the faith in Jesus is deceived by Satan and will go to hell as written in the Quran (Sura 3:3-4, 3:45, 43:61-63).
“He has sent down upon you, [O Muhammad], the Book in truth, confirming what was before it. And He revealed the Torah and the Gospel. Before, as guidance for the people. And He revealed the Qur’an. Indeed, those who disbelieve in the verses of Allah will have a severe punishment, and Allah is exalted in Might, the Owner of Retribution.” (Sura 3:3-4)
“[And mention] when the angels said, “O Mary, indeed Allah gives you good tidings of a word from Him, whose name will be the Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary – distinguished in this world and the Hereafter and among those brought near [to Allah].” (Sura 3:45)
“And indeed, Jesus will be [a sign for] knowledge of the Hour, so be not in doubt of it, and follow Me. This is a straight path. And never let Satan avert you. Indeed, he is to you a clear enemy. And when Jesus brought clear proofs, he said, “I have come to you with wisdom and to make clear to you some of that over which you differ, so fear Allah and obey me.” (Sura 43:61-63)
Believe on Jesus Christ as your God and Savior who loves and died for your sin.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6 KJV)
“But that ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins,” (Mark 2:10 KJV)
“that if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed.” (Romans 10:9-11 KJV)