How Muhammad PROVES That He is a FRAUD

Summary

The video script argues that Muhammad is a false prophet by employing the self-certifying strategy (SCS), a method where a prophet claims to be foretold by a previous prophet but provides no verifiable evidence. It draws a parallel with Joseph Smith, founder of Mormonism, who also used SCS, claiming a non-existent Genesis 50:33 as prophecy. The video contends that no true prophet would use such a strategy, as it requires circular reasoning and discredits the divine origin of the prophecy.

Takeaways

• 📜 The script argues that Muhammad is a false prophet by using the concept of the 'self-certifying strategy' (SCS).
• 🔍 It compares Muhammad to Joseph Smith, who founded the Mormon Church and is considered a false prophet by many.
• 🤔 The script suggests that a true prophet wouldn't need to self-certify their prophecy, as it should be verifiable by others.
• 📖 It points out that Joseph Smith's claim to have received a lost prophecy from Genesis 50:33 is absurd and self-serving.
• 😅 The argument is made that God wouldn't forget or lose a prophecy and then re-reveal it through the same person it's about.
• 📝 The script claims that no prophet in the Bible uses the SCS, but Muhammad does, as per Surah 7:157.
• 🕌 It mentions Surah 61:6, which claims that Muhammad's coming was foretold by Jesus, but this prophecy is not found in historical records.
• 🗣️ The argument is that Muhammad's claim of being foretold is not independently verifiable, which is a sign of a false prophet.
• 📉 The script concludes that Muhammad's use of the SCS is a decisive failure of an internal check that a true prophet would not fail.
• 🚫 It emphasizes that the argument does not rely on the validity of the New Testament, the gospels, or the church, but stands alone as an internal inconsistency.

Q & A

What is the main argument presented in the video script against Muhammad being a true prophet?

The main argument is that Muhammad attempted the self-certifying strategy (SCS), which is considered a fraudulent method because it involves a prophet claiming to be foretold by a previous prophet, but with no independent historical evidence to verify this claim.

Who is Joseph Smith in the context of the video script?

Joseph Smith is presented as an example of a false prophet who started the Mormon Church, and his method of self-certification is used to illustrate the concept of the self-certifying strategy.

What is meant by the 'self-certifying strategy' in the video script?

The self-certifying strategy refers to a prophet claiming to have been foretold by a previous prophet, but with no external evidence to support this claim, only their own word.

Why is the self-certifying strategy considered a proof of fraud according to the video script?

It is considered a proof of fraud because it requires circular reasoning and relies on the prophet's own claim without any independent verification, which is seen as a sign of a false prophet.

What does the video script suggest about God's role in the self-certifying strategy?

The video script suggests that if God were involved, it would be absurd for God to use the self-certifying strategy, as it implies a forgetful and inept God, which is inconsistent with the divine nature.

How does the video script use the hypothetical dialogue between Joseph Smith and Christians to illustrate the self-certifying strategy?

The dialogue shows Smith claiming to be foretold in the Bible, but when pressed for evidence, he claims a non-existent verse, which he then says was re-revealed to him, demonstrating the circular logic of the self-certifying strategy.

What is the significance of Surah 7:157 (Surah Al-A'raf 157) mentioned in the video script?

Surah 7:157 is significant because it is claimed to contain a prophecy about Muhammad's coming, which the video script argues is an example of the self-certifying strategy, as it relies on a prophecy that is not found in any historical record outside of the Quran.

Why does the video script argue that no true prophet would attempt the self-certifying strategy?

It argues that a true prophet would have other ways to authenticate their prophecy, such as miracles or future prophecies, and would not need to rely on a self-serving claim that cannot be independently verified.

What is the video script's stance on the historical accuracy of the prophecy about Muhammad?

The script questions the historical accuracy of the prophecy about Muhammad, suggesting that it appears only in the Quran and not in any other historical records from the time of Jesus.

How does the video script use the concept of 'internal check' to evaluate the validity of a prophet?

The script suggests that an internal check is a test that a true prophet would not fail, implying that Muhammad's use of the self-certifying strategy is a failure of such a test.