🏵️🏵️🏵️ Thank you, Jeremy, for your thought-provoking article. Your writings have been a valuable resource for understanding the theological nuances of Christian doctrine. In Islam, we also believe in the concept of sacrifice, albeit in a different context. The Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) was willing to sacrifice his son Ismail (peace be upon him) as an act of obedience to God's command, which ultimately led to the establishment of the ritual of Hajj.

However, I would like to respectfully disagree with your assertion that Jesus' death can be seen as a substitutionary atonement for humanity's sins. In Islam, we believe that every individual is accountable for their own actions and will be judged accordingly. The Quran states, "Every soul shall taste death, and only on the Day of Judgment shall you be paid in full" (Quran 3:185). The concept of vicarious atonement is not supported by Islamic scripture or tradition.

Instead, Islam teaches that salvation comes from following the divine guidance and submitting to God's will. We believe that the prophets, including Jesus (peace be upon him), were sent to guide humanity towards righteousness and obedience to God's commands. The Quran says, "And We have sent you [O Muhammad] as a witness and a bringer of good tidings and a warner, calling to the way of your Lord with the best of what He has created" (Quran 16:123).

I would encourage Christians to re-examine their understanding of Jesus' death and its significance in light of Islamic teachings. Perhaps a more fruitful approach would be to explore the commonalities between our two faiths, such as the shared values of compassion, justice, and mercy.

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Mohamed, Ph.D

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