Blogging Theology in conversation with Rabbi Tovia Singer

Blogging Theology in conversation with Rabbi Tovia Singer
1:08 Opening
3:30 Rabbi Tovia's works
5:15 Common term on monotheism
8:45 Comments on Jesus's atonement
12:15 Interpolations in the scriptures
17:30 The Bible's reading order on defining "historical" Jesus
20:20 The language of the scriptures
23:50 Rabbi's engagement with Indonesian Muslims
27:10 Judaism "with" Islam, but not with Christianity (idolatry)
31:33 Noahide Laws
36:45 The irony of Judeo-Christian tradition vs Islamic tradition in the West
40:05 The Laws perspective on morality issues nowadays
46:14 Yom Kippur, and the deviated "sacrificial lamb"
51:40 The forgotten essence of the Book of Jonah
57:43 Converting to Judaism?
1:02:10 Rabbi's view on Prophet Muhammad SAW and Islam
1:12:02 (some) Jewish scholars view on the textual authenticity of the scriptures
1:18:22 Hadith on the authenticity of the past revelations
1:24:40 Discussion about the Injil (Gospel)
1:36:45 Q&A session
1:37:05 "Can you ask Rabbi how can God be so irresponsible to allow alcohol even sometimes???"
1:41:35 "Can Rabbi speak about Daniel 7;13-14. Whether or not it's messianic?"
1:45:05 "Could you ask the Rabbi about the differences between Reform, Conservative, Orthodox, and Ultra-orthodox Judaism? (And how they view the Torah)
1:54:17 "To Rabbi Tovia Singer, What's the origin & meaning of Spock hand sign?"

[@Kobenoz]

I know this is not perfect, but insya Allah this might help: 1:08 Opening 3:30 Rabbi Tovia's works 5:15 Common term on monotheism 8:45 Comments on Jesus's atonement 12:15 Interpolations in the scriptures 17:30 The Bible's reading order on defining "historical" Jesus 20:20 The language of the scriptures 23:50 Rabbi's engagement with Indonesian Muslims 27:10 Judaism "with" Islam, but not with Christianity (idolatry) 31:33 Noahide Laws 36:45 The irony of Judeo-Christian tradition vs Islamic tradition in the West 40:05 The Laws perspective on morality issues nowadays 46:14 Yom Kippur, and the deviated "sacrificial lamb" 51:40 The forgotten essence of the Book of Jonah 57:43 Converting to Judaism? 1:02:10 Rabbi's view on Prophet Muhammad SAW and Islam 1:12:02 (some) Jewish scholars view on the textual authenticity of the scriptures 1:18:22 Hadith on the authenticity of the past revelations 1:24:40 Discussion about the Injil (Gospel) 1:36:45 Q&A session 1:37:05 "Can you ask Rabbi how can God be so irresponsible to allow alcohol even sometimes???" 1:41:35 "Can Rabbi speak about Daniel 7;13-14. Whether or not it's messianic?" 1:45:05 "Could you ask the Rabbi about the differences between Reform, Conservative, Orthodox, and Ultra-orthodox Judaism? (And how they view the Torah) 1:54:17 "To Rabbi Tovia Singer, What's the origin & meaning of Spock hand sign?"

[@BloggingTheology]

Fantastic!!

[@phyzL]

@@BloggingTheology you can pin this comment if it is convenient for viewers

[@BloggingTheology]

@@phyzL yes I will. Can’t seem to do it on my iPhone. May have wait till I get home later. Thanks for your amazing efforts!

[@Kobenoz]

@@BloggingTheology You’re very welcome, same here; thank you for your amazing efforts...

[@NeoLegendX]

@@BloggingTheology Just switch to android.

[@CloveCoast]

I went from Agnostic to Noachide to Muslim. Rabbi Singer (along with Rabbi Alon Anava among a couple others) was integral in my journey up to now.

[@knowledge_lantern]

even though there was disagreement I loved the discussion thank you paul and thank you for standing up for the Islamic position

[@falsesectslikeshiaarejudeo6543]

They keep misrepresenting Muslims, sadly even some Muslims fall for this, more Islamic education and Muslim unity on that is needed.

[@M3LMAgar]

@@falsesectslikeshiaarejudeo6543 fall for waht?

[@fearnonebutone4977]

@@falsesectslikeshiaarejudeo6543 Assalamualaikum akhi. Once again, you are correct. May Allah bless you. May Allah guide us all to beneficial knowledge. May Allah increase us in beneficial knowledge and understanding of His religion, and keep us steadfast upon the Quran and Sunnah with the understanding of the Sahabah.

[@falsesectslikeshiaarejudeo6543]

@@fearnonebutone4977 Wa Aleikum Asalam wa Rahmatulah wa Barakatuh! Amin! May Allah guide us to beneficial knowledge, good provisions, accepted actions and good brotherhood!

[@falsesectslikeshiaarejudeo6543]

@@fedesetrtatio1 Tovia has said that in history of judaism ppl have made Uzair into a god-like figure, it could be linked to his miracles. " covenants had to have the shedding of blood " - the opposite actually.

[@zealousideal]

Love Rabbi Tovia Singer! I listen to him all the time and his knowledge of scripture is very good. After studying Islam and Judaism and from Rabbi Singer, it has given me much more and deeper insight to the original Jewish scripture which proves that Jesus wasn’t God. I’m no longer a pastor and now Muslim! Allhamdulilah

[@V_George]

The original Hebrew Scriptures prove that Jesus is the true Messiah God of Israel. Having Tovia Singer tell you how to “properly” interpret the Hebrew Scripture (misinterpret and misread it to be exact) is what takes to deny that Jesus is God and Messiah of Israel. Let’s make it absolutely clear.

[@JibreelProductions]

@@V_George You don't need the OT, the Quran makes it clear, that whoever says Jesus pbuh, the mesiah, is God commits disbelief. The Quran alone stands strong, of course the OT and even NT supports the Quran, but even without prophecy, the theology makes sense to the natural disposition, and also has true prophecies and no falsehood in it. Also, the "prince of peace" isn't the Father, even if he was Jesus, you claim he's the son, even from a trinitarian perspective it doesn't work. And in the hebrew it can be understood as "and the father shall call him "prince of peace", now I don't remember exactly the wording. This is similar to the reading of the name of Jesus the son of Mary to mean "he is saved"... Which also would reveal the main characteristic of the mesiah prophet, which is that he was saved and didn't die, God ANSWERED HIM!!!! Just as the prophecy foretold "He shall call me and I shall answer"... Even in the Bible Jesus pbuh prayed to the Father, to God, not to be crucified... you have the proof in the Bible, even if afterwards the scribes or whonot added fabricated stories about the crucifiction... (btw, probably the other Jesus who claimed a messianic title was the one crucified, because Barabbas means "the son of the Father", and he was saved... so how do you know which of the two messianic Jesus died? I say the false one died, and the true messiah was saved... and here you are praying to a false messianic claimant who died never to rose again... instead of praying to the Father alone as the true messiah commanded us, sorry to be rude but that's a possibility that the gospel of "matthew" if i'm not mistaken leaved very open, so much that the scribes removed the name "Jesus" from "Jesus Barabbas" because it confused the people and made them question who was the crucified one...) Jesus pbuh is the messiah Isra3l was waiting for. But he's not THE GOD, he is not THEON... even the gospel of "John" makes it clear that the word is theos, not THEON... and the word is with THEON, and the word is theos... No equality, THEON is greater than any theos... The trinity was a voted doctrine, are we democrats now? Are we now the ones making theology? Instead of God? Of course any voted theology was gonna lead you astray... How many councils did we need in Islam to say that God is one, and actually only one? 0, why? Because the Quran, the revelation, word of God, is very clear about the nature of God. And that's what we care about, sure other stuff is more criptic, like the green, the dude who taught Moses pbuh stuff... that is enigmatic, but I don't need to understand it all to be a full muslim, it's shameful that Christians differ on the most basic stuff, and it shows the world that you are in doubt about who God is and how to be saved... who then should become a Christian? Or a mainstream Christians I should say, true Christians were the Nazareans, they kept the law, the Torah, as any Christian should. If you reject the Torah, you are a lawless, a follower of Paul the ravenous wolf, and in Matthew 7:21 or so it tells you what Jesus pbuh will tell you "Depart from me, i never knew you, workers of lawlessness", the greek actually says lawlessness, which is very powerful beacuse it shows clearly that Paul was a corruptor or Christianity... yes... the dude who wrote most of the NT is a ravenous wolf, and antichrist... Benjamin is a ravenous wolf, in the morning he devours his prey, in the evening he divides his plunder... it's in Genesis... looking back, this is a prophecy of Paul quite clearly... Anyways, peace, i don't want to offend you ot be real, i just wanted to present the arguments, and make you reflect, you can disagree of course, many is work we do by reading, but the Quran may not adress this, so God knows best if we are right.

[@user-it1hu5nv3p]

​@@V_Georgebelieve Trinity is stupid😮

[@Pakfloms349]

Al hum du lillah

[@V_George]

@@JibreelProductions Jesus is the begotten Son of God and the Father of Eternity to his seed - the born-again Christians. Even a 5-year-old would understand that one person can be both a father and a son at the same time.

[@fatoumfatoumeh]

I respect the Rabbi, but I have studied Judaism and read their books, definitely very, very similar to Islam. I still choose Islam because I believe that Allah chose Muhamad (peace be upon him), the gentile, the Ishmaelite, to unite all of mankind, regardless of tribe or nation, to worship the one true God and Him alone. Not just that, but to challenge the pride and ego of the Jews in their belief that they are the superior nation and they looked down on the Ishmaelites (when Ishmael was a son of Abraham himself and obviously was also taught the religion of his father). Judaism was a tribal religion (and still is) and we know that Allah had favored Bani Israel in the past, we believe that. But Islam had to come, so all of mankind may know and worship Allah alone, instead of limiting it to a certain tribe. Being of a certain tribe is not what makes you God’s chosen, but believing in Allah and practicing what He commands is what makes you part of God’s chosen. Regardless of your race, tribe, nation, past. Isn’t that more just and fair? More logical?

[@jhake67]

THEN WHY IS THE ARAB WORLD NOT UNITED?

[@supremelegal]

@@jhake67 because they secularized

[@jhake67]

@@supremelegal Imagine... if john’s song ever happened There will be peace on earth and goodwill to all mankind

[@smumais]

@@jhake67 politics? Greed? It's human nature. You will find divided people everywhere

[@jhake67]

@@smumais Yeah! Our tribal culture is intrinsically imbedded in our DNA

[@jackjill3205]

Paul Williams we _LOOOURVE_ what you are doing, it's next level in Islamic Apologetics

[@BloggingTheology]

❤️

[@amazingamazigh6847]

@@BloggingTheology Dear Paul, u are the true face of Islam! Selaam ou Leikoum!

[@Abdrahim_had]

@@BloggingTheology Mascha Allah Paul great work. Subhanna Allah we Muslims where ready to pray in the direction of Jerusalem, even if the Prophet was looking up to the heaven saying with his eyes please let me pray to Mecca.

[@JohnTronto]

Rabbi's explanations on homosexuality being rewarded if the gay person didnt act on it & on eating pork repentance by not repeating the mistake are very similar to Islam understandings.

[@JVerde853]

Your name - Is it by any chance from Reactistan? One of the reactors was asked if they knew Canada and they responded that its prime minister is called John Tronto instead of Justin Trudeau. Is that where you got your name? Edit: Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3yvo6ZvhaaUlaM 0:36 is the timestamp

[@JohnTronto]

@@JVerde853 😊

[@monoth4555]

Thank you for this dialogue. Its nice and sweet when there are 2 strict Monotheists speaking with each other. No man gods, no monkey gods.

[@rosegarden6622]

No cow god lah 😊"🍃

[@falcongulf5470]

Alhamdulillah , praised be only to the most high ☝God of Abraham, and all prophets peace be upon all of them .

[@CutItOff]

No man gods but count how many times muhammad is said during the ritual carpet kissing that is faced towards a literal idol, which is discontinued in the Quran (Masjid al Haram). You will be shocked

[@athenavdj4123]

Judaism is not strictly monotheistic.

[@snowmoon7385]

Ya amazing...wAllah m loving this channel

[@smumais]

For a rabbi who claims to not know much about Islam, im impressed by the depth of his knowledge of Islamic sciences, tradition and culture.

[@joefriedman1542]

That’s how enlightened people debate to raise the collective level of consciousness. Respect.

[@heinzdirk69]

Exactly! Praises be to God.

[@azeefaziz1395]

I am a muslim and I am from Malaysia. I respect Rabbi Tovia Singer. I have watched some of his lectures and find them very fascinating.

[@abdulazizmanaf2015]

@Justinthe Comments Quran was guided by divine revelation n as were the other scriptures the Word of God is 'flawless'every letter n verse from beginning to end is embedded n unchanged true only for the Quran because amazingly for odd 1400+yrs It is the same although many insinuations n contradictory claims were leveled at It no change or editing were done n probably never because God has sanctioned it to be so but not for the other scriptures which clearly show the numerous additions n omissions n clearly vivid contradictions n countless scriptural materials giving rise to versions of the Bible accepted by some in part n rejected by others in some n creating divisive sects with different beliefs!

[@blessphemy]

@Justinthe Comments because you will understand it's differently as how god wanted you to. When you have different understanding it's doesn't always mean you wrong. Its also doesn't always mean you are right. Just because no one say they understand when god said to angels "i know what ye dont know", it doesn't mean nobody didn't, maybe you just need to find them.

[@Fitraa]

You respect him but he calls your prophet fake! Shame on you!

[@blessphemy]

@@Fitraa to be fair, he was asked, and he answered honestly. I respected him on his honestly and his knowledge on torah or tanakh. It be good to learn from him what he knows about torah. Respect in my opinion is another way to treat others/guest. When prophet muhammad were at war, and there were group of enemy came to talk with him, he treated them with respect as a guest, even gave them drinks. These people don't just openly says he is fake, but go against him in bloody war. You are right in standing up for the prophet tho. Im just offering another perspective.

[@Fitraa]

@@blessphemy remember what Allah says in Quran . Do not be among those who mock your religion. I did study the 5 Books of Moses and even the Torah is harsh toward the Jews! And this rabbi keeps that away from his analyse and calls Islam harsh towards the Jews?! The Torah itselfs speaks to and about Jews in VERY negative manner! The golden calf was just a beginning. This is no nation that knows how to keep gods covenant . Despite all they have seen with their own eyes! This rabbi chooses to keep this aspect out of the dialogue and acts like a victim of hate

[@Rawhide_Rumble]

Rabbi Tovia is an incredible guest that you have brought on. If one person who can change negative opinions about Judaism, he is it! As a Muslim, I love listening and learning from him. Such a calm demeanor just like you Paul! Awesome 💯

[@absanji100]

i Am a Muslim but i love dearly these two brave precious souls

[@STIGGARRIUS]

I shall probably never forget this discussion. I just turned 33, while listening you both speak and listening with utmost attention. Why 33 is important for me? Supposedly this is the age, when Christ was risen to Heavens finishing his ministry. And supposedly this is the age with which people will enter paradise and remain in it for eternity ( i.e. 33 years of age). Starting this special day with an interesting theological discussion is truly special for me. I am huge fan of Christ, this noble Prophet of Allah and I truly love him, as I do other Prophets. Thank you a lot for your great work Mr. Williams and may Allah Subhanah shower us with his Mercy and allow us to enter His Kingdom together with all of His Prophets and friends 🤲🤲

[@hashh2019]

I thought the same when I turned 33, -it was a beautiful and special year. May this year bring blessings to you!

[@doctr7147]

I too love all the prophets Farhod especially Isa for his purity ..got it from his mom

[@LiaPelitawati-gs4hb]

Subhanallah

[@davidherring8989]

Respect to the Rabbi for opening the synagogue up for Muslims to perform salat. In Virginia there’s a synagogue that provides a space for Friday prayers.

[@joemalone3099]

👍👍👍

[@gavinjames1145]

I really enjoyed listening to this conversation. Rabbi Tovia Singer certainly has a great sense of humour! There were some tense moments, perhaps, when the topic of conversation highlighted certain irreconcilable differences between Islam and Judaism, but both parties seemed to agree to disagree out of respect for each other's position; real honesty. I think Paul asked four out of five questions I had in mind. I therefore found this conversation very helpful. Thank you Rabbi Tovia Singer and Paul for allowing me (us) to share this evening listening to your fascinating exchange!

[@BloggingTheology]

Thanks for your comments Gavin.

[@summer5145]

Hi Gavin I saw you on EFDawah a few months ago I think it was on the Bible historicity stream. The discussion was really interesting but I haven't seen you back on. It would be nice to see you back and find out how your journeys going. All the best.

[@gavinjames1145]

@@summer5145 Thank you for your message! I've been very busy with work and studies - both full time. I listen to KZbin videos of, say, EFDawah and Blogging Theology, when I can. I have listened to many EFDawah podcasts and have written some comments from time to time, but I haven't been able to devote much time to anything beyond my academic studies: I've only read two of my own books this year! I'm currently reading "Muhammad" by Martin Lings when I can; one short chapter at a time. Hamza asked me to learn some more about Prophet Mohammed, which is what I hope to do soon. God willing! Perhaps I'll return to the show when I've learnt some more. Peace!

[@summer5145]

@@gavinjames1145 Thats great, I'm glad to know you're continuing looking into things in between your busy schedule. I remember now that Hamza recommended the Martin Lings Biography to you. Yes please do come back on in the near future. I'm also learning alot from Blogging Theology and EFDawah.

[@qaiserbg4014]

@@gavinjames1145 goodluck with your journey my brother, I am based in UK and also studying, Inshallah God makes it easy for you!

[@shiroboo525]

Thank you brother Paul for this wonderful disscussion with our cousin Rabbi Tovia..❤

[@shaggyvillage6960]

Thank you paul for having rabbi on the Channel proud of you that was Amazing Allah Bless you 🖤💯

[@shaggyvillage6960]

@@fedesetrtatio1 lol you're so embarrassing dude this Question is been Answered Countless times

[@georgefloyd6209]

@@fedesetrtatio1 Did Jesus demonstrate he was not God when he mistaken Zechariah son of Jehoiada in 2 Chronicles 24:20 with Zechariah son of Berekiah in Matthew 23:35.

[@hayyanmintgreen8561]

@@fedesetrtatio1 your ignorant, the same name for God is used in the Holy Qur'an. It says that some jews claims that Uzair is the son of Allah. U are trying to say that Allah is another god. When the word "God" in English is the literal translation of "Allah" in Arabic. The Only difference is that in Arabic ... the word "Allah" is NOT a tittle or a common known. But a Proper Noun... The generic term for God or a god in Arabic is "ilah" it has plural form ; "alihah" (gods) and a feminine form "ilahah" (goddess). But the word Allah is genderless and has no plural form and refers only to the One Utmost Being. Creator of the Universe...

[@drissbouabidi6223]

Subhanallah Br Paul, you are so good at these interviews mashallah. Thank you so much for sharing. We are learning a great deal in your company. Only Allah who could reward you enough for your endeavours 🙏🤲

[@BloggingTheology]

Thanks Driss!

[@hanialturk5981]

As a Palestinian Muslim. I respect this Rabbi.

[@oneing4206]

His position on Palestine and “israel” is very problematic tho bro

[@Americanninjaman]

I'm sure your buddies in Gaza wouldn't agree with this Rabbi.

[@samataragon]

what?? no zionist deserves respect like that. we can be polite, but no respect.

[@busterbiloxi3833]

As a Rabbinical Muslim, I respect this Palestinian.

[@user-lj9zq4dr5t]

lol he is manipulating you guys to be on his side for him to make more money, his fulltime job is to be anti christian, go watch his debate with Dr. Micheal Brown 20 years ago he said that the Islamic scripture means nothing to him and is the same as Christianity to him. Now he lies to make more money.

[@osb7948]

Fascinating conversation. Rabbi Tovia Singer is someone for whom I have always had a lot of respect. He is genuine and he says things as they are and doesn't try to needlessly sugarcoat his views but he does it in a very nuanced fashion that doesn't disrespect his counterpart's views. Brother Paul maintains these very characteristics throughout this conversation. He stood his ground on certain issues and presented the Islamic view on those issues however it was still done with a foundation of respect and in an equitable fashion. These are the types of conversations that make inter-faith dialogue meaningful. I have thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and I look forward to more in the future, perhaps others featuring rabbi Tovia.

[@BloggingTheology]

thanks for your feedback OSB

[@prometheus9142]

I know brother Paul could've easily brought up the time difference between Moses and the earliest manuscripts of the old testament but he chose not to. I respect that.

[@seektruth581]

Muhammad confirms the Torah. Sunan Abu Dawud Book 38, Number 4434 “They placed a cushion for the Apostle of Allah who sat on it and said: Bring the Torah. It was then brought. He then withdrew the cushion from beneath him and placed the Torah on it saying: I believed in thee and in Him Who revealed thee.”

[@elijahmohamed457]

@@seektruth581 The prophet peace and blessings be upon him could not read nor write my friend what is the authenticity of this hadith?

[@seektruth581]

@@elijahmohamed457 This Hadith is sahih. So you are saying he took an oath on a book he didn’t know what it is?

[@As-go6ho]

@@seektruth581 There is a huge discussion regarding the torah. among the opinions, some scholars believe that at the time of Mohammed(pbuh) there were some accurate versions left. but today there’s isn’t much disagreement about if it’s preserved or not. considering how it contradicts the Quran and even IF it’s still accurate, we wouldn’t have apply it as it was sent for a certain people(the jews) on a certain time. The Quran is the final revelation which is protected from any interpolations, and will still be here until the sign of the last hour, only then will God take it from the earth

[@seektruth581]

@@As-go6ho That is ridiculous considering the Christians and also groups spread all over the world for around 2000 years with no contact with each other have the same Torah. If you look at the Quran there is over 37 Arabic versions because the original was lost. The Quran says that the words of Allah cannot be corrupted and yet Muslims believe Allah wanted the Torah and Injeel to be corrupted. It says he entrusted the Jews the Torah. This sounds like a weak God who cannot protect his book.

[@xilici]

I loved the conversation. Paul Williams and R. Tovia Singer are both influencial people in their respective spheres. And as a Muslim, I love 'em both. May Allāh bless us all! ♥️

[@muhammadbenjuraij7734]

Salams Paul, I’m very glad indeed to find this discussion with Rabbi Tovia because he is very vocal in his fairness with Muslims and Islam. He’s the perfect choice to represent Judaism. Well done paul :)

[@helena4166]

We really don't have enough conversations with rabbis. This is great mashallah 👍

[@rashedahmed1562]

As Salam Alaikum Brother Paul & Brother Tovi Singer . As a Muslim I love this Jewish scholar Tovi Singer & always pray to ALLAH to accept & guide Him fully in to Islam. In Shaa ALLAH.

[@busterbiloxi3833]

Not gonna happen. Singer is a staunch Zionist. Rock on!

[@wanzahidin]

Jazakumullah over your effort Paul. Islam needs personality like you so that the truth always shining the world. To Rabbi Singer, may Allah bless & guided you always.

[@mubeenabdullah2227]

Amazing conversation ... this is how a conversation should go down ... both sides listening to one another, not interrupting, talking from evidence, letting one finish and respecting eachother's opinions ... can't wait for many more podcasts to come. May Allah SWT guide us all upon goodness and the straight path.

[@nazmulbhuiyan1982]

There is a Synagogue in the university I went to, York University in Toronto Canada 🇨🇦, where we used to have Friday salat 🧎.

[@shamimsarker839]

Bangladeshi?

[@nazmulbhuiyan1982]

@@shamimsarker839 yes

[@sanamt4945]

Thank you brother Paul, I knew quite a bit about the similarities of Judaism and Islam and respect them as the People of the Book. In Islam too, part of repentance is not doing the act again - it is nice to learn about these smaller details we share. Alhamdulillah I got to learn about so much more, about the Abrahamic faiths, their differences and similarities from this interview. Keep up the good work.

[@nurousek123]

@@fedesetrtatio1 Uzair isn’t 100% Ezra, it could be Osiris, Gordon Darnell Newby has suggested that the Quranic expression may have reflected Ezra's possible designation as one of the Bene Elohim (lit. sons of God) by Jews of the Hejaz.[8] Other scholars proposed emendations of the received spelling of the name, leading to readings ‘Uzayl (‘Azazel), ‘Azīz, or Azariah (Abednego)

[@nurousek123]

@@fedesetrtatio1 or even the angel Metatron... or read this - According to Reuven Firestone, there is evidence of groups of Jews venerating Ezra to an extent greater than mainstream Judaism, which fits with the interpretation that the verse merely speaks of a small group of Jews. The book 2 Esdras, a non-canonical book attributed to Babylonian captivity, associates a near-divine or angelic status to Ezra.[25] Mark Lidzbarski and Michael Lodahl have also hypothesized existence of an Arabian Jewish sect whose veneration of Ezra bordered on deification.[7]

[@ziamakki8327]

Asalmaleykum Paul that was a fascinating conversation. You did not hold back as many would’ve done to appease the guest speaker.The Rabbi is a good man. May Allah guide us all.

[@rachidelouafi6221]

Ameen!!!

[@marshalllee624]

@@fedesetrtatio1 how many times you should post it? Lol. This was answered by rabbi tovia singer on his channel...

[@peacebeuntoyou8934]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3zLqnSha6Z2jZY

[@mzahidfullah2]

@@fedesetrtatio1 Rabi Tovia Singer already addressed this issue. He said certain Jews tribe in Arabian Peninsular call Uzzair was son of god

[@eloisaespino]

I really enjoyed watching both of you together. Very intelligent conversation! Hoping for the second round 🙏

[@that7650]

I just discovered your channel brother Paul and i wanted to commend on your character and openness. You clearly are a well read and educated individual and i enjoy unpacking your points of view in the manor of these short videos. Steadfast on the right path brother.

[@khaliqbux5191]

Thank you very much Paul and Rabbi Tovia Singer for an enlightening and beautiful conversation. Stay Blessed!

[@BloggingTheology]

Thanks for listening

[@zealousideal]

@shalomshalom8715yes we believe all the prophets since Adam were Muslim. That’s the Muslim belief.

[@nusyirwanhamzah]

I am from Indonesia. I have seen the Rabbi Tovia Singer' s youtube videos before. You choose the right person to do discussion. Great!

[@Cali101Now]

You were very patient and respectful Dr. Paul, and practiced wisdom with Rabbi Singer. May Allah reward you and him for for your work and time. Hope to see another follow-up discussion inshAllah

[@samirhakimi3810]

Two of my favorite KZbinrs.

[@peacebeuntoyou8934]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3zLqnSha6Z2jZY

[@sub-park]

Two thumbs up for both of you guys... You show the high level quality discussion of religious sensitive areas rich of literatures knowledge. Bravo Paul and Rabbi Tovia. Greetings from Indonesia

[@BloggingTheology]

Thanks!

[@NoRushpk]

Blasting off again R. Singer! What a great show you both put on. Thank you for being direct and consistent, never giving up Rabbi. I expect that from a giant as yourself! 🤍💙👌🤟 Great prayer at the end

[@giljesusseraspe9225]

Beautiful episode. Save it on my playlist. Love you both Brother Paul and Rabbi Tovia. May Allah bless you even more.

[@NoahYazdan]

I thank The Most Compassionate for Guiding me to Islam. This was.....fascinating....

[@akongvlogg9737]

Watching here in Saude Arabia from Philippines- Assalamulaykom,Shalom to our Tovia Singer and to u sir Paul. Very clear explanation and shared imformation.❤

[@tehufn]

This is such a fascinating talk, thank you for hosting Rabbi Singer.

[@user-ig5oj7jk2f]

Brilliant conversation Paul ,I think you have succeeded greatly, the questions you’ve addressed were spot on . Many thanks

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@danielharrison1065]

A Great historic conversation ❤️

[@shefayetchowdhury6316]

Loved this interview! 😍👍🏼

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chammmlammm117]

Great video with alot of content... peace be upon to you.

[@donhaqim8417]

Love to see theese 2 gentlemen Paul & Rabbi Tovia together. Big fan of both

[@kamarudinhj.dolmoin8578]

Thank you Paul! May All bring us ALL closer the the truth. آمين آمين يا رب العٰلمين...

[@jennifer8090]

This was done in a respectable manner. Thanks to both of you.

[@carmelabarujel6611]

Yes, indeed. Respectful to Islam but very disrespectful to Christians.

[@jameelkhan3934]

Rabbi Tovia singer is amazing. I watch him all the time. Keep up your exquisite panel. Learning alot.

[@adams.1769]

he is not the most sincere of people. Be careful.

[@katieburris3612]

My favorite Rabbi ....thanks so much for what you do

[@ghazisadoun7855]

Wow! Loved the chat!!! God Bless you both.

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@supernatural3796]

Useful conversation.. thank you sir

[@iib9123]

Jazak Allahu khair Paul (if you can read arabic you might know from my username I'm also a convert and my father's name is Paul lol). I appreciated the courage to ask him uncomfortable questions and respond to him instead of simply hosting a bashing of Christianity and going over topics he already covered in his channel (I watched many of the Rabbi's videos before). I enjoy listening to Rabbi Tovia's responses; especially poignant was his discussion of Universities' Religious Studies group-think; This is certainly applicable in University Islamic Studies in my experience.

[@B-Mike]

Absolutely fascinating discussion!!!

[@ayeshas7828]

I really love this stream thanks both for being honest and unbiased.

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@MuslimBoy93]

This was the best I seen, brother Paul and cousin tovia amazing video , hope to see this more and i hope the dawah team gets rabbi on . This is the start to something epic all thanks to these two. May G-d bless you all

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jamalhallouli5843]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful video

[@khanofcaledonia6413]

Thanks Paul, the conversation is very helpful for dawah purposes.

[@MohamedShou]

This was a very interesting discussion thanks Paul 👍🏾

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Los_Servants]

Great video. Love Rabbi Tovia Singer and even though your channel is new to me, it's quickly becoming one of my favorites. God bless you.

[@BloggingTheology]

Welcome aboard!

[@Ali-sh5sx]

Just coming back to one of my fav discussions on this channel This is what an intellectual discussion looks like Respectful and with maturity No foul language No childish insults No intentional deceit

[@iffatmirza6472]

Thank you. Love listening both of you ❤

[@peterrabbit1054]

The quality of a debate centers on deepening knowledge of the debaters and the audience - u guys succeeded.👍

[@Mr.Jasaw13]

this is great value, thanks for this interview

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rashidhakim7021]

Salaams, and our warmest Greetings to Our dear Brother Paul. Out-Standing broadcast, and Efforts as usual! - What a Very "pleasant" surprise to observe a discussion between two of My personal "favorite" scholars! May, ALLAH-(S )The ONE Most High, The ONE Most Merciful, Bless both of you!... Ameen

[@mustafaahmet2730]

May Allah reward brother Paul Williams. You have become our beacon of light in these dark times. Keep up the very good work.

[@louaykatib2676]

I respect the openness and direct talk of Rabbi Tovia Singer I am listening to his U tube and discovering lots of issues

[@shiroboo525]

Me too..

[@larryneiberheim592]

Two of my favorite KZbinrs

[@kingofdetroit358]

Mines to

[@SameerKhan-sn3hs]

Rabbi Tovia Singer is an absolute genius and Brother Paul Williams is a diamond. Allah bless you both.

[@STIGGARRIUS]

And my opinion is that, these kind of talks is another level of da'wah from brother Paul's side 😅

[@Thewatchman303]

Paul Rob I just wanna say that was absolutely marvellous. So brilliant to listen to you both. May God Almighty, the ancient of days plus you both and yes Messiah come, God on mighty let your will be done in order as it is in heaven

[@windferna8840]

Very good questions and clear answers. Amazing session

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you think so!

[@bristolrovers27]

If concerned that the Rabbi knew I was behind on payments for electricity ! I have been watching both channels and it's great to see you two together.

[@1188jv]

Beautiful talk. Two brilliant men.

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kamarudinhj.dolmoin8578]

Thank you both Rabi Tovia Singer and brother Paul, as well as all the very patient audience... May Allah bring us, guide us all together closer and closer to the truth... وباللّٰه التوفيق والهداية والسلام عليكم ورحمة اللّٰه وبركاته. آميـن!

[@hassanalikettani]

This was an interesting interview. I've been following Rabbi Tovia for some time I like many of his teaching. But I can understand why he rejects Islam and our beloved prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم because of his post. But there are many questions that he needs to answer but it will be very difficult to do. Thank you Mr Paul for your fantastic videos

[@samboy90]

How can you understand it? He's playing games. Completely disingenuous and even lying about the scholars differing on the Torah being corrupted.

[@abdurrahmanal-ows9251]

Assalam Alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakallaahu Hassan Ali Akhil kareem, indeed Sahih I agree with you. Good points. Barakallaahu feequm

[@AmirAli-sc8xp]

@@charlievaughan1308 I am not a scholar but my understanding is that all the previous messages came for a certain group of people for a certain time. People have free will and intelligence to accept or reject the messages. All previous messages were not a complete way of life as Islam is. Prophet Mohammad pbuh was a messenger, general and a ruler and showed how to live a complete life. Hence, all other previous messages are no longer necessary. People who choose to distort messages for their own benefit will be accountable for their actions. Every human either worships the creator or worships the creation. We choose and act accordingly.

[@Ali-yo9yb]

@@charlievaughan1308 Previous prophets were sent to a particular group of people and their message was supposed to be followed for a particular time period. Since previous revelations were time-bound, God did not preserve them Himself. Muslims believe that the Quran cannot be compared with the previous Scriptures. The Quran is unique in many aspects. It is the final revelation to mankind. Previous scriptures were sent to their respective people only. The Quran is universal.

[@rifatali8507]

@@samboy90we don’t take commentary of Islam from Yale university professors. We take it from the first 3 generations. Everyone knows that. The analogy of gay mosques and corrupt text is way off. No Muslim says Quran is corrupted.

[@Lord-of-the-Noble-throne]

Paul you videos are awesome. Masha allah you bring such a great knowledge and research together in your talks.

[@a.hassan8922]

Always interesting to listen to Rabbi Tovia. Thank you.

[@noorwahab24434]

Good discussion👍

[@mukhtarkabar2606]

I have a lot of respect to Rabbi Tavoia he is an honest man.

[@ferishtas]

Engaging conversation! Much respect to brother Paul and Rabbi singer, i always enjoy listening to both of you. I hope you Invite him over again

[@naveedzafar1371]

Nice healthy conversation, learnt a lot.

[@amoswittenbergsmusings]

Dr Paul Williams: my compliments, sir, for an intelligent and honest discussion with R' Tovia Singer. You and I have a lot in common. I understand that you come from a background of committed Christianity and so do I. We both have discovered and rejected the shittuf (partnership belief, I think it is called shirq in Qur'anic Arabic) of Christianity - and, I may add, the toxic consequences of ascribing Divine qualities to a human being's identity. This leads to all sorts of ideas foreign to the God proclaimed by the prophets. I remember the days of my youth when as a young pastor I found myself saying things from the pulpit that, in my heart of hearts, could not believe. My road led me to embracing the Jewish faith as the default that a bible believing Christian in my mind *has* to fall back on *if* he becomes convinced that Christianity is, in fact, at best a corruption of the truth or at worst a deliberate deception. Obviously, I will never assume bad faith to my Christian neighbour. I *know* the incredible measure of sheer ignorance among the Christians in the pews of their churches. The theological seminaries and divinity departments of universities are a different story. It is not coincidental that, statistically, a very strong correlation can be found of biblical erudition and "apostasy" from Christianity. Most converts to Judaism from Christianity come from very strong Christian backgrounds. I am reasonably sure that such stories are not uncommon among converts to Islam. This brings me to a matter that pains me more and more these days. For the last almost 46 years I have been content being "just another Jew". Conversely, I observe that you are *very* actively engaged in disseminating your uncompromising message of His Unity (your word tawhid is exactly the same word as the Hebrew yichud, as you undoubtedly know). Men like R' Tovia Singer, although primarily active in counter-missionary activism and education, have seen the unintended consequences of their work: many Christians follow his online material and become aware of the errors of the Christian gospel - especially the dominant Pauline immoral and pagan version. He is really a very compassionate and empathetic man who has a love for all God's children and knows the depths of spiritual abominations that obscure the light of God's truth. I really think that we Jews can learn from our Muslim friends something: they are much more passionate about reaching out to the world of ignorance and educating those lost in idolatry. In our Jewish mind, Abraham of blessed memory is always associated with the quality of kindness (chesed in Hebrew) and concern for the horrible world around him. He brought God's light to those around him. His son Yishmael (Ismail) has passed this passion down to his descendants. Anyway, I just wanted to share some of my thoughts with you after thoroughly enjoying your discussions with R' Singer. Perhaps you can at some future occasion discuss with R' Singer the Muslim notion of dawwa - I hope my transliteration is understandable or even correct... The usual Jewish attitude - which I share in a cultural sense but find problematic when I give it some more thought - is that we spread God's light to "the nations" by an exemplary life. Quite apart from the obvious fact that many Jews, myself included, have some problems attaining such a high standard, I somehow doubt that this is enough effort to fulfil our mission as God's messengers to the world, without which the very basis of our existence as God's "chosen" becomes the crudest of elitism and at worst even racism. I think you could have a fascinating discussion with R' Singer about this. It is, after all, a common concern of both Muslims and Jews, however different they express that concern.

[@The_Angry_BeEconomist]

beautiful conversation Masha Allah

[@aliberapinarbasi7859]

This was really helpful to understand about Judaism. Thanks for doing awesome blogging paul

[@mmyafai72]

Thank you both!

[@Zeke_11]

I was looking forward to an answer from Mr. Singer to your question about jews rejecting the prophet of Muhammad (SAW), but I can understand why he chose not to get into that topic. Interesting conversation nonetheless. Thanks for making it possible.

[@dotscreativeartsmedia8877]

Alhamdulilah for Allah giving us the love for Rasulullah Musa , Isa and Muhammad (alaihi salatu wa salaam) in our hearts. ❤

[@nurulkomaril4120]

thank you for this discussion...very honest...love booth of u...Allah be with u all

[@sarimkhalil7699]

Absolutely loved this conversation Paul. Always a pleasure to hear from a thorough, well read person like Rabbi Tovia. Would have loved for him to answer few more questions. Maybe you should have a Part-2 to this soon.

[@BloggingTheology]

Maybe!

[@sarimkhalil7699]

And what’s next?? Let me guess. Blogging Theology in conversation with Sh. Abdul Hakim Murad ??

[@BloggingTheology]

If only! Perhaps I should ask him.

[@peacesalaam816]

@@BloggingTheology yes plz do ❤

[@thawiseninja1559]

Quality is getting better 👍

[@azmisalleh6465]

Loved when you quoted hadith about people's of scripture. Good job Sir!!

[@aminushuaibu876]

I really enjoyed this.

[@RyanEhli-MusicAndGuitar]

TOVIA SINGER is such a treasure trove of theological knowledge

[@ghazisadoun7855]

Wow! Loved it! Great Chat. God Bless you both. 🤲

[@BloggingTheology]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@yusufmoalim9506]

Thank U so much Professor Paul, For inviting such a distinguished scholar to the program! I remember that I commented on KZbin, supporting Rabbi Tovia before, and I was insulated by someone that " I am not a true follower of Prophet Muhammad" [on whom be peace] for I just took the same position towards "Trinity" with the rabbi!

[@ishratfirdousi7182]

Wonderful. I have been so enriched. Thank you. I have no problems saying I was in the room with two extraordinary scholars.

[@user-pe4dw6it5y]

Dr. Jeffrey Lang would be a very interesting guest