While the statement "All the Bible Verses They Tell You to ‘Follow’ Are Made Up", Jonathan, is not entirely accurate from an Islamic perspective,

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as the Bible contains genuine revelations from God, it does raise some important points that are relevant to Islam as well.

In Islam, we believe that the Quran is the word of God revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through the angel Gabriel.

The Quran contains clear instructions and guidance for Muslims, and it is our duty to understand and apply its teachings in our daily lives.

However, the interpretation and application of Quranic verses and Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad) can sometimes be misinterpreted or applied incorrectly.

This is where the concepts of ijtihad and ijma become important.

Ijtihad involves using reason and scholarship to interpret the Quran and Hadith in a way that is consistent with the original meaning and intent. This involves analyzing the context in which the verses were revealed, understanding the historical and cultural background, and applying the principles of Islamic jurisprudence to arrive at a just and fair ruling.

For example, the Quranic verse "Whatever good befalls you, it is from Allah; but whatever evil befalls you, it is from yourself" (4:79) can be interpreted in different ways.

Some may interpret it to mean that all good and evil is solely from God, while others may interpret it to mean that while God allows both good and evil to happen, our actions and choices can also contribute to the outcome.

Ijma, on the other hand, involves the consensus of the scholars in interpreting and applying the Quran and Hadith.

This ensures that religious rulings are based on a thorough understanding of the scripture and the context in which it was revealed, and that they are consistent with the principles of Islamic jurisprudence.

For example, the consensus of the scholars is that the punishment for theft in Islam is the amputation of the right hand, as prescribed in the Hadith. However, this ruling is applied in a way that is consistent with the principles of Islamic justice and fairness, taking into account the circumstances of the crime and the welfare of the community.

In Islam, we also encourage critical thinking and questioning in religion. This is reflected in the concept of ilm (knowledge) and taqwa (God-consciousness).

Ilm involves seeking knowledge and understanding of God's commands, while taqwa involves applying them in a way that is consistent with the original meaning and intent.

For example, the Hadith "Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day should speak a word of justice (i.e. Truth) or should observe silence" (Bukhari) encourages Muslims to speak the truth and avoid lying, but it also emphasizes the importance of silence in certain situations, such as when the truth may cause harm or when it is not necessary to speak.

In the end, while the statement "All the Bible Verses They Tell You to ‘Follow’ Are Made Up" may not be entirely accurate from an Islamic perspective, it does raise important issues that are relevant to Islam as well. By applying the concepts of ijtihad, ijma, ilm, and taqwa, Muslims can ensure that their interpretation and application of Quranic verses and Hadith are consistent with the original meaning and intent, and that they are just, fair, and consistent with the principles of Islamic jurisprudence.

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