THE ISLAMIC SPIRIT-PROPHET MUHAMMAD CANNOT SAVE ANY FOLLOWER OF ISLAM
By Dr. Maxwell Shimba
Shimba Theological Institute
Abstract
This scholarly article critically evaluates the Islamic belief that Muhammad and the Qur’an provide a path to eternal life. By examining key Qur’anic declarations, Hadith testimonies, and historical Islamic sources, this study demonstrates that Muhammad himself confessed ignorance about his own salvation, was influenced by deceptive spiritual encounters, and failed to reveal any redemptive path comparable to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This research uses a comparative theological method, engaging Biblical revelation as the ultimate standard for salvation and divine truth.
1. Introduction: The Question of Salvation in Islam
Every religion grapples with the central question of human destiny: How can a person obtain eternal life? Islam claims that obedience to Allah and imitation of Muhammad will lead believers to Paradise. Yet, when Islam’s primary sources are examined critically, a theological crisis emerges:
Muhammad never offered assurance of salvation.
Muhammad confessed uncertainty about his own eternal destiny.
Muhammad admitted receiving revelations from a being whose nature he could not verify.
The Qur’an offers no Savior, no atonement, and no Redeemer comparable to the biblical Jesus Christ.
Thus, the Islamic path cannot provide eternal life, because its very founder did not know whether he himself was saved.
2. Muhammad's Confession: He Did Not Know His Destiny
Islamic theology claims Muhammad is the final prophet and the model for salvation. Yet the Qur’an records Muhammad openly admitting that he had no assurance of salvation—neither for himself nor for his followers:
Qur’anic Evidence
“I am not something original among the messengers, nor do I know what will be done with me or with you.”
— Surah Al-Ahqaf 46:9
This confession alone invalidates any claim that Muhammad can provide eternal life. A guide who does not know where he is going cannot lead others to safety.
3. The Veil of Spiritual Blindness Over Islam
The Qur’an and Hadith indicate that a spiritual veil—introduced through Muhammad’s encounters—blinded his followers from the truth of salvation. The apostle Paul describes such deception:
“…the god of this world has blinded the minds of unbelievers…”
— 2 Corinthians 4:4
Islamic tradition itself describes Muhammad being influenced and deceived spiritually, demonstrating that his revelations were often unclear, contradictory, or spiritually corrupted.
4. Did Muhammad Encounter a Demonic Being?
4.1 Muhammad’s Fear That the Spirit Was a Demon
When Muhammad first saw the being who delivered the Qur’an, he feared demon-possession:
Hadith Evidence
Aisha reports:
Muhammad feared a jinn had possessed him.
— Sahih Bukhari, Book of Revelation, Hadith 3
— Sirat Ibn Ishaq, pp. 106–107
This directly contradicts the biblical pattern in which true prophets immediately recognize the presence of God.
4.2 The “Satanic Verses”: Muhammad Confessed He Spoke Words from Satan
Islamic historical sources state that Muhammad delivered revelations that he later admitted came from Satan:
Historical Source Evidence
Muhammad confessed that Satan had “interfered with the message” he recited.
— Al-Tabari, Vol. 6, p. 111
— Ibn Sa’d, Kitab al-Tabaqat, Vol. 1
This is known as the Satanic Verses incident, universally accepted by early Islamic scholars.
If a prophet confesses that Satan placed words in his mouth, he cannot be a trustworthy guide to eternal life.
5. Allah Identified as a Deceptive Spirit in Islamic Texts
5.1 “Allah” and Jinn Are Theologically Mixed
The Qur’an says:
“Among us [the jinn] are Muslims and among us are disbelievers.”
— Surah Al-Jinn 72:14
Islamic theology merges the identity of Allah’s followers with jinn—spiritual beings the Bible categorizes as demons (Deuteronomy 32:17; Psalm 106:37; 1 Timothy 4:1).
5.2 Hadith Confirms That the Spirit Appearing to Muhammad Was a Jinn
“The one who came to me was an angel-like being, but at times I feared it was a jinn.”
— Umdah al-Ahkam, Vol. 3, p. 460
This confession is fatal to Islamic theology.
5.3 Muhammad Was Forsaken and Left Sick by the Spirit
The Qur’an and Hadith describe a troubling episode:
“Your Lord has neither forsaken you nor hated you.”
— Surah Ad-Duhaa 93:1–3
Hadith explains the context:
Muhammad fell ill, and the spirit abandoned him for a period.
— Sahih Bukhari 4950
This demonstrates spiritual inconsistency—not the work of the God of the Bible.
6. Muhammad Was a Sinner and Cannot Be a Savior
Islamic sources record Muhammad as:
engaging in child marriage (Aisha, age 6; Sahih Bukhari 5133)
ordering assassinations
waging wars of conquest
confessing sins repeatedly
“Ask forgiveness for your sin.”
— Surah Muhammad 47:19
A sinner cannot save sinners.
In contrast, the Bible declares Jesus Christ sinless (Hebrews 4:15) and therefore able to offer salvation.
7. Biblical Revelation: Salvation Comes Only Through Jesus Christ
Unlike Muhammad, Jesus knew His destiny and offered eternal life with absolute authority:
“I am the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me.”
— John 14:6
“I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish.”
— John 10:28
Jesus alone is:
sinless (1 Peter 2:22)
divine (Titus 2:13)
risen from the dead (Romans 1:4)
Savior of the world (John 4:42)
Muhammad admitted he could not save himself; Jesus Christ saves everyone who believes.
8. Conclusion: Muhammad Cannot Save—Only Jesus Christ Can
Islam offers no Savior.
Muhammad:
did not know his destiny (46:9)
feared demonic possession
spoke satanic revelations (Tabari 6:111)
was forsaken by the spirit
confessed his sins
died, decayed, and remains dead
He cannot give what he did not have—eternal life.
Jesus Christ alone conquered death and offers salvation to all who believe.
9. Final Call to All Muslims
Dear Muslim reader,
Your eternal destiny is precious. Your soul is eternal. Muhammad cannot save you because he could not save himself.
Jesus Christ—Yeshua Ha-Meshiach—loves you, died for you, and rose again to give you eternal life.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son…”
— John 3:16
Turn to Him today.
He alone is the Savior of the world.
El-Shaddai loves you—in Jesus’ Name.
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