Muhammad (SAW) In Torah | Jews of Madina | The Kohistani

Summary

The video script discusses the arrival of the Prophet Muhammad in Medina, where he encountered a large Jewish population. It delves into an ancient prophecy found by Arab shepherds in Palestine, which foretold the coming of a messenger. The prophecy, written in an old script, was carbon dated to be over 2200 years old, predating Jesus. It mentions a future figure who would bring justice and end the reign of a tyrant, aligning with the Jewish concept of a messiah. The narrative explores the historical interactions between the early Muslims and Jews, their expectations, and the eventual acceptance of Islam by some Jews, despite initial skepticism.

Takeaways

• 🕋 Before the Prophet's arrival in Medina, there was no mention of Jews, but after his arrival, a significant Jewish population was already present.
• 📜 The story of the three Arab shepherds discovering ancient scrolls in a cave, which were later identified as Jewish scriptures, is highlighted.
• 🔍 The scrolls were dated to be 2200 years old through carbon dating, predating the arrival of Jesus by 200 years, and contained prophecies about a future prophet.
• 🌏 The prophecies mentioned a powerful figure who would destroy the Jewish people, similar to Hitler's destruction, but would eventually be overthrown and the Jews would return to their land.
• 🗣️ The prophecies also spoke of a servant who would fight for justice and would not rest until injustice was eradicated.
• 📖 The mention of Kedar, a son of Ishmael, and the establishment of a large Arab empire by his descendants, is significant in the context of the prophecies.
• 🏞️ The story emphasizes the location of the mountain in Medina, known as Mount Sela, where the people of Sela were prophesied to shout for joy from atop the mountain.
• 📈 The influx of Jews to Medina and the surrounding areas, anticipating the arrival of a prophet, is noted.
• 🤝 The interaction between the Jewish and Arab communities in Medina, including conflicts and the anticipation of the prophet's arrival, is highlighted.
• 🕌 The acceptance of Islam by the people of Medina, including some Jews, upon the invitation from an individual from Mecca, is mentioned.

Q & A

What significant change occurred when the Prophet moved from Mecca to Medina?

The significant change was that when the Prophet was in Mecca, there was never any mention of the Jews, but upon moving to Medina, where there was already a large Jewish population, the narrative shifted to include them.

Why were there many Jewish residents in Medina before the arrival of the Prophet?

The Jews were aware for about a thousand years that a messenger would soon come to Medina and its surroundings.

What did the three Arab shepherds find in the cave that led them to discover the ancient scrolls?

The three Arab shepherds found two jars in a cave, which upon opening, contained old papers and scrolls that were believed to be from the ancient times.

Who was the scientist that the scrolls ended up with, and what did he discover about them?

The scrolls ended up with a scientist named John C. Trevor. He discovered that the style of writing was strangely similar to the oldest known method, which was 1800 years old, and carbon dating revealed that the paper was 2200 years old.

What was the content of the first prophecy mentioned in the scrolls?

The first prophecy mentioned the coming of a powerful figure who would destroy the Jews, similar to Hitler's destruction of the Jews thousands of years ago.

What was the second prophecy in the scrolls, and how did it relate to the Jewish people in Medina?

The second prophecy spoke of a person who would rise against the oppressor and restore the Jewish people to their land. This was seen as fulfilled by Cyrus the Great, who was considered a powerful king of Persia.

What was the significance of the mountain called 'Mount Sela' in the context of the prophecy?

Mount Sela was significant because it was prophesied that the people of Sela would climb the mountain and shout for joy, indicating the arrival of a person who would establish justice in the world.

Who were the people of Kedar, and why were they mentioned in the prophecy?

The people of Kedar were descendants of Ishmael, the second son of Abraham. They established a significant kingdom in Arabia. The prophecy mentioned them as a symbol of joy and celebration.

What was the reaction of the Jewish community in Medina upon hearing about the arrival of a new prophet?

The Jewish community in Medina was initially hopeful and curious, as they had been expecting a prophet for a long time. However, upon learning that the new prophet was an Arab, they became skeptical.

How did the Jewish community's power in Medina change after the Battle of Khaybar?

After the Battle of Khaybar, the Jewish community's power in Medina was completely destroyed, and the wealth they had accumulated over hundreds of years was taken by the Muslims.

What was the final realization of the people of Mecca after the conquest of Khaybar?

The people of Mecca realized that after the conquest of Khaybar, they would be next, leading to their eventual acceptance of Islam.