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The Forbidden Prophecies
The Mayans. Nostradamus. Joseph Smith. Astrology. Tarot cards. Palm reading.
These are just some of the individuals and practices that millions of people today believe can see into, and even influence, the future.
The Forbidden Prophecies is a truly unique publication that will take you on a journey through history, putting the claims of the most popular prophets, oracles, and soothsayers to the test by scrutinising their predictions. You will see that there is one very special individual who stands out above all others when it comes to knowledge of the unseen. His ancient prophecies not only impact every human being alive today, but they also map out the major world-changing events on the horizon.
These are just some of the individuals and practices that millions of people today believe can see into, and even influence, the future.
The Forbidden Prophecies is a truly unique publication that will take you on a journey through history, putting the claims of the most popular prophets, oracles, and soothsayers to the test by scrutinising their predictions. You will see that there is one very special individual who stands out above all others when it comes to knowledge of the unseen. His ancient prophecies not only impact every human being alive today, but they also map out the major world-changing events on the horizon.
173 pages, Unknown Binding
Published January 1, 2019
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About the author
Abu Zakariya
7 books43 followersAbu Zakariya has had a life-long interest in comparative religion. Being born in Britain and influenced by his mixed heritage of Arab and European descent, he has had a strong focus on researching Islam and Christianity.
After many years of study, discussions and led by a desire to share his experiences in discussing Islam with people of all religious backgrounds, Abu Zakariya authored the popular comparative religion blog Many Prophets One Message. He has continued his intellectual and academic pursuits by formally studying and learning from academic scholars trained in Islamic thought and theology.
After many years of study, discussions and led by a desire to share his experiences in discussing Islam with people of all religious backgrounds, Abu Zakariya authored the popular comparative religion blog Many Prophets One Message. He has continued his intellectual and academic pursuits by formally studying and learning from academic scholars trained in Islamic thought and theology.
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January 10, 2023
Shows clear evidences with sources. Creates parameters with which it dimisses false prophets from the past and underlines the truthfulness of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Makes you think and reflect. Recommend for everyone, muslims and non-muslims.
November 20, 2021
This book was a beautiful read. You don't have to be muslim to read or understand it, the analysis of prophecies throughout history is thorough and unbiased.
July 7, 2021
It's not an easy feat for me to read non-fiction books and not stop immediately or in the middle of it because of bore or sleepiness. This book was not the case though. I nearly finished it in a single reading because it intrigued me so much. Other than it was well structured and easy to be read, it also gave me wonderful insights and gave me more conviction to the purpose of life that I'm given. I do recommend this to be read by everyone, and it's not that long of a book either, just 155 pages.
October 13, 2019
Many people over the last 1400 years claimed to be fortune teller, future teller even many individuals claim to be a prophet. This book examine these claims and put them on trail but none of them were fit in this test except the one true prophet (pbuh). It's an eye opening book specially for our christian brothers and sisters. It can be a great book for any truth seeker who is sincere but wants to be convinced that who the last and true prophet is.
May 2, 2021
a short, interesting read. review to come soon!
May 14, 2024
Very informative writing!
May 7, 2025
About the Qur'an by Sir William Muir:
"In fact, if every written copy of the religious scriptures in existence today were to be somehow destroyed, then it is only the Qur'an and Hadith that could be recreated perfectly, thanks to the mass memorization."
This book provides a well researched, unbiased narrative of predictions made by prophets. Individuals such as Joseph Smith (founder of Mormonism), Abdul Baha (he of the Bahai faith), Nostrdamus and others have been scrutinized with a criteria used to ascertain their claims. All except for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) failed to live up to their claims.
The coming of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) has been foretold in both Biblical and Jewish scriptures (Deuteronomy and Isaiah). The community of Jews surrounding Medina was precisely there because they believed the last prophet would be there.
"In fact, if every written copy of the religious scriptures in existence today were to be somehow destroyed, then it is only the Qur'an and Hadith that could be recreated perfectly, thanks to the mass memorization."
This book provides a well researched, unbiased narrative of predictions made by prophets. Individuals such as Joseph Smith (founder of Mormonism), Abdul Baha (he of the Bahai faith), Nostrdamus and others have been scrutinized with a criteria used to ascertain their claims. All except for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) failed to live up to their claims.
The coming of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) has been foretold in both Biblical and Jewish scriptures (Deuteronomy and Isaiah). The community of Jews surrounding Medina was precisely there because they believed the last prophet would be there.
May 31, 2021
The non-fictions that keep you into it whole the day are rare. The forbidden prophecies was one such book. I spent my Sunday face timing this gem of informative book.
This is a book that I will keep referring and looking into it for my own understanding and references. The references are strong and every argument that demanded a comparison was presented with references from sources of different backgrounds.
As you can estimate from the title that book is about prophecies but it is not limited to that. It has many other things to offer. For example, comparative religion is also one of the themes of the book. It teaches you how to develop arguments. It has also very well written coherency. Interestingly, its ancient and modern in the nature at the same time.
Let me take you to the details of the chapters. So, the first chapter is titled as 'Genuine Prophets or Frauds'. It starts with the prophecy of 2012 doomsday that was in actual a misinterpretation of Mayan Calendar. Then prophecies of Daoism, Hinduism, Jyotish and Hindu-Western Astrology are presented with their real and false nature. After that the famous Nostradmus is discussed followed by Mother Shipton, Bahaullah, Aliester Crowly, and others. Author has well presented the nature of their prophecies. I agree with the author's arguments except at three instances which need more reading. Otherwise, I'm highly impressed.
Then, second chapter discusses Prophet Muhammad SAWW and prophecies by Islam. This was really well referenced chapter. References were of Quran, Hadith, Eastern and Western authors dated back to 700. Nine predictions made by Islam are discussed, followed by discussion over nature of Preservation of Qur'an and Hadith. Myths, Superstitions and falsehoods are also argumented.
After that in third chapter ancient predictions about Muhammad SAWW are discussed. Specially two predictions; one Deuteronomy 33 and other Isaiah 42 are broken into the details and references from Christian and Jewish chronicles are presented. These two prophecies are particularly quoted as forbidden prophecies because of either covering the truth or misrepresentating these.
Then the last chapter deals with the last hour - the end of the world. The signs of Judgment are presented and with that books end with some 300 references from diverse sources.
By far, this is one of the best non-fiction books that I have read. I highly recommend this you, if it interests you.
Happy reading.
This is a book that I will keep referring and looking into it for my own understanding and references. The references are strong and every argument that demanded a comparison was presented with references from sources of different backgrounds.
As you can estimate from the title that book is about prophecies but it is not limited to that. It has many other things to offer. For example, comparative religion is also one of the themes of the book. It teaches you how to develop arguments. It has also very well written coherency. Interestingly, its ancient and modern in the nature at the same time.
Let me take you to the details of the chapters. So, the first chapter is titled as 'Genuine Prophets or Frauds'. It starts with the prophecy of 2012 doomsday that was in actual a misinterpretation of Mayan Calendar. Then prophecies of Daoism, Hinduism, Jyotish and Hindu-Western Astrology are presented with their real and false nature. After that the famous Nostradmus is discussed followed by Mother Shipton, Bahaullah, Aliester Crowly, and others. Author has well presented the nature of their prophecies. I agree with the author's arguments except at three instances which need more reading. Otherwise, I'm highly impressed.
Then, second chapter discusses Prophet Muhammad SAWW and prophecies by Islam. This was really well referenced chapter. References were of Quran, Hadith, Eastern and Western authors dated back to 700. Nine predictions made by Islam are discussed, followed by discussion over nature of Preservation of Qur'an and Hadith. Myths, Superstitions and falsehoods are also argumented.
After that in third chapter ancient predictions about Muhammad SAWW are discussed. Specially two predictions; one Deuteronomy 33 and other Isaiah 42 are broken into the details and references from Christian and Jewish chronicles are presented. These two prophecies are particularly quoted as forbidden prophecies because of either covering the truth or misrepresentating these.
Then the last chapter deals with the last hour - the end of the world. The signs of Judgment are presented and with that books end with some 300 references from diverse sources.
By far, this is one of the best non-fiction books that I have read. I highly recommend this you, if it interests you.
Happy reading.
February 24, 2021
People hold their belief for numerous reasons. However, not everyone put their claim of reason to the test.
Analysing prophecies is one way to recognise the truth. This book proposes a set of criteria when analysing the accuracy of prophecies.
‘The claims that one can see into the future and even influence it are extraordinary, and extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence.’
This book makes a comparison by analysing claims made by past prophecies which showed that they have no leg to stand on to the claims made by Prophet Muhammad SAW which on the other hand showed it was revealed to him by a Being that have the knowledge of the future.
Reading these claims for the first time was as liberating as it was for the time I heard it.
Analysing prophecies is one way to recognise the truth. This book proposes a set of criteria when analysing the accuracy of prophecies.
‘The claims that one can see into the future and even influence it are extraordinary, and extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence.’
This book makes a comparison by analysing claims made by past prophecies which showed that they have no leg to stand on to the claims made by Prophet Muhammad SAW which on the other hand showed it was revealed to him by a Being that have the knowledge of the future.
Reading these claims for the first time was as liberating as it was for the time I heard it.
June 12, 2022
I stopped reading after the stories about prophecies that came true (or didn't) ended, that is why read it, so lol.
It gives a great introduction to many prophets, false or true, i cannot judge, or say, nor have I studied everything one prophet said or did, let alone all of them, lol.
The book focused on Aleister Crowley and many other new age prophets, and more primarily on Prophet Muhammad PBUH. The Continuous lineages of testimonies from one person to other is well documented, and miracles, or prophecies did come true. Good read for someone interested in this topic, great intro or maybe refresher for some.
It gives a great introduction to many prophets, false or true, i cannot judge, or say, nor have I studied everything one prophet said or did, let alone all of them, lol.
The book focused on Aleister Crowley and many other new age prophets, and more primarily on Prophet Muhammad PBUH. The Continuous lineages of testimonies from one person to other is well documented, and miracles, or prophecies did come true. Good read for someone interested in this topic, great intro or maybe refresher for some.
March 18, 2023
This was a thoroughly researched book, deconstructing previous false prophets and fortune-telling systems as well as providing proof as to why Muhammad (SAW) does not fall under the previous lot. I did ignore the chapter about biblical prophecies (wasn't really interested), but the prophetic proofs about Prophethood were very interesting. Although it is not in-depth, it urges one to delve deeper into the character and reports of the Prophet, and find the truth.
January 12, 2021
If you are going to read one last book, this is that last book you want to read no joking. one of the best books ever written. Ever. As the book says, people are really obsessed with knowing their futures and because of this they keep falling for con artists and scams, BUT, is that all there is to it? this is the book you "need". Very unbiased and completely fair book.
August 20, 2022
Its an awesome book, this book is perfect for those who aim for the truth and are not biased towards any side and reading this with honesty is the key element. And after reading the arguments and cross questioning towards ancient false prophecies. I would say its the best recommended book to be read.
December 20, 2024
i actually managed to finish a book for the first time in 7 years- without falling asleep midway and dropping it.
you guys don’t understand i'm so proud of myself 🎊!!! but i also have to credit this book for being interesting enough to keep me hooked until the very end <3
you guys don’t understand i'm so proud of myself 🎊!!! but i also have to credit this book for being interesting enough to keep me hooked until the very end <3
September 24, 2022
A thought-provoking, and informative book.
June 2, 2025
Read over a year ago, but great succinct read. Clear points and evidences, would recommend to anyone
October 2, 2021
This book is phenomenal because it covers only one topic..but in my opinion (completely)... Covers almost all big prophecies of the world and the conclusion becomes so clear that we don't even need to say that.. then the book states the prophecies yet to be completed which are sure to happen (not by faith, but by analysis)
January 31, 2022
I would give it a 3.5. Definitely an interesting read. The authors have an engaging tone that kept me interested throughout. The first section of the book looks at the prophecies of historic religious leaders from around the world. Joseph Smith, Charles T. Russel, Nostramous etc.. (I have read plenty of criticism on Joseph Smith and didn't find the section on him in the book to be well researched honestly) However, the last chapters of the book were more interesting. They looked at the specific verses in the Bible that are interpreted by Muslims to be Prophecies of the Prophet Muhammed. Additionally, the book introduces prophecies that Muhammed made and how they have come true. Definitely an interesting read, short, and easy to skim through if your want to just read the highlights.
January 8, 2023
Phenomenal
May 21, 2025
Short, precise and very well written. A must read for all.
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