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Prophets stories difference between Bible and the Quran

 

  1. Adam and Eve:

    • In the Quran, Adam and Eve are both equally responsible for eating from the forbidden tree; Eve is not solely blamed (Quran 2:35-37).
    • After eating the fruit, Adam and Eve immediately repent, and God forgives them, with no concept of "original sin" passed to humanity (Quran 7:23-25).

  2. Noah (Nuh):

    • The Quranic story of Noah includes his struggle to convince his people of God's message, but they largely reject him. In the Quran, his son and wife are among those who disbelieve and perish in the flood, emphasizing that belief, not lineage, determines salvation (Quran 11:42-46).
    • There is no mention of Noah getting drunk after the flood, as depicted in the Bible.

  3. Abraham (Ibrahim):

    • In the Quran, Abraham’s father (or uncle) is portrayed as a staunch idol-worshiper whom Abraham tries to guide (Quran 6:74, 19:41-48).
    • The Quran specifies that it was Ishmael (Ismail), not Isaac, whom Abraham was willing to sacrifice as a test of faith (Quran 37:102-107).
    • Abraham’s story includes his opposition to idolatry and his miraculous survival when he is thrown into a fire by his people (Quran 21:68-70).

  4. Joseph (Yusuf):

    • The Quran recounts the story of Joseph in a single, continuous narrative, which emphasizes his faith, wisdom, and patience. The Quran also omits details found in the Bible about seduction scenes, making the story more focused on moral and ethical themes (Quran 12:1-111).
    • Potiphar’s wife, not named, is shown as repentant, and Joseph’s patience and trust in God are central to his success.

  5. Moses (Musa):

    • The Quranic story emphasizes Moses' mission to free the Israelites from Pharaoh’s oppression but also highlights Moses' own self-doubt and request for his brother Aaron (Harun) as a helper (Quran 20:25-36).
    • Pharaoh's wife, Asiya, is portrayed as a believer who opposes Pharaoh's tyranny and worships the one true God (Quran 66:11).
    • The Quran includes a unique story of Moses and the "Wise Man" (known as Khidr), who imparts lessons on divine wisdom and patience (Quran 18:65-82).

  6. David (Dawud):

    • David is seen as a prophet and a king, but the Quran excludes the story of his sin with Bathsheba. Instead, it highlights his wisdom and fair judgment, including a parable where David is tested in understanding justice and repentance (Quran 38:21-26).

  7. Solomon (Sulaiman):

    • Solomon is depicted in the Quran as a prophet with knowledge of animal language and the ability to command jinn (spirits) and the wind. The story of the Queen of Sheba (Bilqis) shows her conversion to monotheism after meeting Solomon, a narrative different from that in the Bible (Quran 27:15-44).
    • There is no mention of Solomon's downfall due to idolatry or turning away from God.

  8. Jesus (Isa):

    • In the Quran, Jesus is seen as a prophet and messenger but not as divine or the Son of God, as in Christianity. He was not crucified; instead, it appeared so to people, and he was raised up to God (Quran 4:157-158).
    • Jesus performs miracles, such as speaking in the cradle and creating a bird from clay by God’s permission (Quran 3:49), details that are not found in the Bible.

These differences in the stories highlight the Quran's focus on themes of monotheism, prophecy, morality, and accountability, emphasizing that prophets are role models of faith and obedience to God. The Quranic narratives also often emphasize God’s mercy and forgiveness, avoiding some of the more anthropomorphic and fallible characteristics attributed to prophets in the Bible.

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