The True Message of Jesus Christ

by Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips, Wes Malik (Narrator)

For nearly twenty centuries, Jesus Christ has been the dominant figure in the history of Western culture. But who was Jesus of Nazareth? Was he God, Son of God, Son of Mary, a prophet of God or a mythical figure that never existed? As followers of Christ, how do we comprehend the reality of his mission and message?

This audiobook presents an objective and analytical examination of the life of Jesus based on revealed scriptures and supported by references from major Western scholarly texts. It offers a precise, yet scholarly and comprehensive analysis of the person, mission and message of Jesus Christ.

Coming from a Christian background and holding a PhD in Theology from Saint David's College (University of Wales), the author is well-placed to guide the sincere Christian through a process of questioning, critical thinking and drawing logical conclusions based on established facts.

Genres: Islam, Religion, Nonfiction

Audiobook

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips was born in Jamaica, but grew up in Canada where he accepted Islam in 1972. He completed a diploma in Arabic and a B.A. from the College of Theology (Usool-ud-Deen) at the Islamic University of Madeenah in 1979. At the University of Riyadh, College of Education, he completed a M.A. in Islamic Theology in 1985 and in the department of Islamic Studies at the University of Wales, U.K. he also completed a Ph.D. in Islamic Theology in 1994. He taught Islamic Education and Arabic in private schools in Riyadh for over ten years and for the past three year he has been lecturing M.Ed. students in the Islamic Studies department of Shariff Kabunsuan Islamic University in Cotabato City, Mindanao, Philippines. Since 1994 he has founded and directed The Islamic Information Center in Dubai, U.A.E. and the Department of Foreign Languages at Dar al Fatah Islamic Press in Sharjah, U.A.E. ' to 'Dr. Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips was born in Kingston, Jamaica, but grew up in Canada where he accepted Islam in 1972. He completed a diploma in Arabic and a B.A. from the College of Theology (Usool-ud-Deen) at the Islamic University of Madeenah in 1979. At the University of Riyadh, College of Education, he completed a M.A. in Islamic Theology in 1985 and in the department of Islamic Studies at the University of Wales, U.K. he also completed a Ph.D. in Islamic Theology in 1994. He taught Islamic Education and Arabic in private schools in Riyadh for over ten years and for the past three years he has been lecturing M.Ed. students in the Islamic Studies department of Shariff Kabunsuan Islamic University in Cotabato City, Mindanao, Philippines. Since 1994 he has founded and directed The Islamic Information Center in Dubai, U.A.E. and the Department of Foreign Languages at Dar al Fatah Islamic Press in Sharjah, U.A.E.

Reviews

[useFOSS · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely enjoyed this audiobook because it combines simple and clear language, a logical arrangement of topics and adequately referenced facts to produce a convincing yet concise presentation of the truth about Jesus (peace be upon him) and his message. A truly balanced perspective.

I listened to the audiobook edition on Islamic Audiobooks Central. Compared to the print edition which I have read previously, this audiobook version appears to have some revisions as well as some expanded content at the end.

[Emillia · Rating 4 out of 5]

before we define the true message Jesus, we should know who is Jesus according to the scriptures. Bilal Philips let the reader think how to get the authentic resource about Jesus.so, authenticity of the Bible and Quran were tested. i would recommend this book as a guide for those who interested in da'wah.

[Shakir · Rating 5 out of 5]

The truth which most of the Christians turn a blind eye to.

[Fatima Karim · Rating 5 out of 5]

very good!

[ILYA ROSLAN · Rating 4 out of 5]

Buku ini nipis sahaja tapi padat dengan hujah yang bermanfaat. Pada mulanya aku fikir buku ini mesti akan ‘bias’ disebabkan penulis ini adalah seorang muslim tapi aku lupa yang penulis ini juga bekas penganut Kristian. Hujahannya berdasarkan dari ketiga-tiga kitab, taurah, injil dan al-quran. Malah penulis juga lebih banyakkan rujukan dari kitab taurah dan injil, itu yang membuatkan aku tertarik membaca buku ini.

Bagi mereka yang baru berjinak dalam subjek perbandingan agama, aku sarankan membaca buku ini.

[Ehab Shawky · Rating 1 out of 5]

If it wasn't just a small booklet, I would have said it was a waste of time. Regarding the matter under discussion, I recommend reading more in-depth books like "Misquoting Jesus" and "What did Jesus really say."

[Zora Hudaib · Rating 4 out of 5]

There was a section in the middle where there were some stretches that I felt weren’t necessary considering how many facts there are to prove the points being made. Other than that I highly recommend this book.

[Muhammad Idham Habibie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It shows the true identity of Muhammad in the bible

[International Islamic Publishing House (IIPH) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dr. Bilal Philips brings together the writings of eminent scholars from both the Christian and Islamic traditions on the topic of the man and the message of Jesus Christ (peace be upon him). Dr. Philips writes:

Jesus Christ represents the common link between the two major religions (that have the most followers) on earth today—Christianity and Islam. This study of Jesus’ message and his personality is based on this link. It is hoped that The True Message of Jesus Christ will help both Muslims and Christians to better understand the significance of Jesus and the importance of his message. The aim of this book is to present an objective view of Jesus Christ and to avoid cultural and emotional links that may cloud our vision.

[Muhammad Ali · Rating 4 out of 5]

Surprised to see that the true message of Jesus Christ isn't recorded in Bible

[Marie Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well written and researched.