Christian readings of the Hebrew Bible are Eisegesis, which they pronounce ‘I See Jesus’.

by Paul Williams

The classic example of eisegesis is found in the gospel of Paul in his letter 1 Corinthians 15:

Yet there is certainly absolutely NOTHING about a suffering and dying Messiah in the Jewish Bible (Paul's Scriptures). It is an innovation read back into the Bible - eisegesis as opposed to exegesis.

Definition of eisegesis: the interpretation of a text (as of the Bible) by reading into it one's own ideas.

Compare exegesis:

Definition of exegesis: exposition, explanation; especially an explanation or critical interpretation of a text.

But what about the gospel of Luke? Christian minister Professor Tuckett of the University of Oxford comments,

'Luke clearly states that it is in his capacity as the christos that Jesus has suffered. Thus the risen Jesus in Luke 24 explains to the disciples on the road to Emmaus that the sufferings of the Messiah are all foretold in the Old Testament (24: 26-7), and this motif is repeated in Acts (Acts 3:18; 17:3: 26:23). It is in fact not easy to find much about a 'messianic' figure explicitly in the Old Testament anywhere; but there is certainly nothing about a suffering messianic figure. The claim that 'the Messiah must suffer' seems to be a Lukan innovation, at least insofar as it makes the explicit claim that suffering is predicated of 'the Messiah' in Jewish scripture.'

Christopher Tuckett, Christology of the New Testament: Jesus and His Earliest Followers, p. 142.

In a footnote Professor Tuckett writes:

'Appeals to the description of the suffering servant figure of Isaiah 53 are not relevant here: the figure of Isaiah 53 is not said to be a messianic figure.'

  

Jizya in Judaism & Christianity!

Written by Shahid Bin Waheed


This is not a secret that enemies of Islam have always been busy 24/7/365 spreading lies, disinformation and distortion against Islam, especially Jews and Christians. The topic and/or issue of Jizya جزية (in Islam) is one of the topics and/or issues that have been exploited overwhelmingly by the Jews and Christians, mainly, by their clergy. The irony of this unjust and absurd bigotry is that Jews and Christians (including their clergy) have successfully concealed the fact that Jizya is also a part of their creed found in the Bible, but it is absolutely inhuman. In the treatise, I will inSha Allaah present the evidence from the very Bible (Old Testament & New Testament) unveiling the dark faces of Judaism and Christianity.

We find the mention of Jizya جزية in Old Testament and New Testament (both), therefore, I will begin citing from Old Testament first. Please be advised that in the table right side are the quotes from Arabic Bible and left side are from the English translation, which has further distorted the meaning. We know that Bible was translated in Arabic first around the advent of Islam. However, English translation of the Bible was not done until 15th century. Christian English translators have deliberately distorted many words in an attempt to be competitive with Islam. Because they knew that Islam is the threat for their falsehood.

Jizya جزية in Old Testament


Genesis 49:15 And he saw that rest was good, and the land that it was pleasant; and bowed his shoulder to bear, and became a servant unto tribute.




تكوين 49:15 فرأى المحلّ انه حسن والارض انها نزهة.فاحنى كتفه للحمل وصار للجزية عبدا.



Joshua 16:10 And they drave not out the Canaanites that dwelt in Gezer: but the Canaanites dwell among the Ephraimites unto this day, and serve under tribute.


يشوع 16:10 فلم يطردوا الكنعانيين الساكنين في جازر.فسكن الكنعانيون في وسط افرايم الى هذا اليوم وكانوا عبيدا تحت الجزية


Joshua 17:13 Yet it came to pass, when the children of Israel were waxen strong, that they put the Canaanites to tribute; but did not utterly drive them out.


شوع 17:13 وكان لما تشدد بنو اسرائيل انهم جعلوا الكنعانيين تحت الجزية ولم يطردوهم طردا



Judges 1:28 And it came to pass, when Israel was strong, that they put the Canaanites to tribute, and did not utterly drive them out.


قضاة 1:28 وكان لما تشدد اسرائيل انه وضع الكنعانيين تحت الجزية ولم يطردهم طردا.


2 Samuel 20:24 And Adoram was over the tribute: and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder:


2 صموئيل 20:24 وادورام على الجزية ويهوشافاط بن اخيلود مسجلا



Ezra 4:13 Be it known now unto the king, that, if this city be builded, and the walls set up again, then will they not pay toll, tribute, and custom, and so thou shalt endamage the revenue of the kings.


عزرا 4:13 ليكن الآن معلوما لدى الملك انه اذا بنيت هذه المدينة وأكملت اسوارها لا يؤدون جزية ولا خراجا ولا خفارة فاخيرا تضر الملوك.


Ezra 4:20 There have been mighty kings also over Jerusalem, which have ruled over all countries beyond the river; and toll, tribute, and custom, was paid unto them.


عزرا 4:20 وقد كان ملوك مقتدرون على اورشليم وتسلطوا على جميع عبر النهر وقد أعطوا جزية وخراجا وخفارة.



Ezra 6:8 Moreover I make a decree what ye shall do to the elders of these Jews for the building of this house of God: that of the king’s goods, even of the tribute beyond the river, forthwith expenses be given unto these men, that they be not hindered.


عزرا 6:8 وقد صدر مني أمر بما تعملون مع شيوخ اليهود هؤلاء في بناء بيت الله هذا.فمن مال الملك من جزية عبر النهر تعط النفقة عاجلا لهؤلاء الرجال حتى لا يبطلوا.



Esther 10:1 And the king Ahasuerus laid a tribute upon the land, and upon the isles of the sea.


استير 10:1 ووضع الملك احشويروش جزية على الارض وجزائر البحر.



Proverbs 12:24 The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.


امثال 12:24 يد المجتهدين تسود.اما الرخوة فتكون تحت الجزية.





Jizya جزية in New Testament


Matthew 17:25 He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers?




متى 17:25 قال بلى.فلما دخل البيت سبقه يسوع قائلا ماذا تظن يا سمعان.ممن ياخذ ملوك الارض الجباية او الجزية أمن بنيهم ام من الاجانب.



Matthew 22:17 Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?


متى 22:17 فقل لنا ماذا تظن.أيجوز ان تعطى جزية لقيصر ام لا.



Matthew 22:19 Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny.


متى 22:19 أروني معاملة الجزية.فقدموا له دينارا.



Mark 12:14 And when they were come, they say unto him, Master, we know that thou art true, and carest for no man: for thou regardest not the person of men, but teachest the way of God in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute to Caesar, or not?


مرقس 12:14 فلما جاءوا قالوا له يا معلّم نعلم انك صادق ولا تبالي باحد لانك لا تنظر الى وجوه الناس بل بالحق تعلّم طريق الله.أيجوز ان تعطى جزية لقيصر ام لا.نعطي ام لا نعطي.



Luke 20:22 Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or no?


لوقا 20:22 أيجوز لنا ان نعطي جزية لقيصر ام لا.



Luke 23:2 And they began to accuse him, saying, We found this fellow perverting the nation, and forbidding to give tribute to Caesar, saying that he himself is Christ a King.


لوقا 23:2 وابتدأوا يشتكون عليه قائلين اننا وجدنا هذا يفسد الامة ويمنع ان تعطى جزية لقيصر قائلا انه هو مسيح ملك.



Romans 13:6 For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God’s ministers, attending continually upon this very thing.


رومية 13:6 فانكم لاجل هذا توفون الجزية ايضا.اذ هم خدام الله مواظبون على ذلك بعينه.



Romans 13:7 Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.


رومية 13:7 فاعطوا الجميع حقوقهم.الجزية لمن له الجزية.الجباية لمن له الجباية.والخوف لمن له الخوف والاكرام لمن له الاكرام





At this point I must point out that Jesus in the New Testament commanded to pay Jizya جزيةtoCaesar, as we read in the New Testament,

Matthew 22:17 Tell us therefore,




What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?



Matthew 22:21





They say unto him, Caesar‘s. Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar‘s; and unto God the things that are God’s.



Mark 12:16





And they brought it. And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription? And they said unto him, Caesar‘s.



Mark 12:17





And Jesus answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar‘s, and to God the things that are God’s. And they marvelled at him.



Luke 20:22





Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or no?



Luke 20:24





Shew me a penny. Whose image and superscription hath it? They answered and said, Caesar‘s.



Luke 20:25





And he said unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar‘s, and unto God the things which be God’s.

The above evidence from the New Testament also constitutes that Jesus was not for freedom, sovereignty and liberty of Jews and/or Christians. Jesus endorsed occupation of Romans and/or living under Roman occupation rather being sovereign and free. That would lead us to ask what these Jews and Christians are [and/or have been] doing in Muslim lands like Palestine, Afghanistan and Iraq. The Genocide of Muslims under occupation (of Jews and Christians) is absolutely contrary to the teachings of Jesus. Jews need to get out of Palestine, while Christians must stop supporting the Jews. Also USA has no business in Afghanistan and Iraq, occupying these countries and stealing their resources. Christian countries should invite others to occupy them according to Jesus’ teachings. We know from the above evidence from the New Testament that Jesus would not occupy any land/country.




Unlike Islam that give a complete freedom to its subjects under Islamic state, Judeo-Christian laws of Jizya جزية also comes with package deals like:






Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ. (Ephesians 6:5 NLT)





Christians who are slaves should give their masters full respect so that the name of God and his teaching will not be shamed. If your master is a Christian, that is no excuse for being disrespectful. You should work all the harder because you are helping another believer by your efforts. Teach these truths, Timothy, and encourage everyone to obey them. (1 Timothy 6:1-2 NLT)





The servant will be severely punished, for though he knew his duty, he refused to do it. "But people who are not aware that they are doing wrong will be punished only lightly. Much is required from those to whom much is given, and much more is required from those to whom much more is given." (Luke 12:47-48 NLT)





The following passage shows that slaves are clearly property to be bought and sold like livestock. And the falsely accuse Islam for slavery!




However, you may purchase male or female slaves from among the foreigners who live among you. You may also purchase the children of such resident foreigners, including those who have been born in your land. You may treat them as your property, passing them on to your children as a permanent inheritance. You may treat your slaves like this, but the people of Israel, your relatives, must never be treated this way. (Leviticus 25:44-46)






Read about:

Rape of Female Captives (Deuteronomy 21:10-14)

Rape and the Spoils of War (Judges 5:30)

Sex Slaves (Exodus 21:7-11)

God Assists Rape and Plunder (Zechariah 14:1-2)



I must also point out to the readers the other words used in different English translations (of the Bible) for Jizya جزية:



NIV forced laborer

KJV tribute

ASV become servant to do the task word

(Nice ways to put it to be politically correct)

NAS forced laborer

NKJV forced laborer



Regarding the use to word “Tribute” let me quote Judeo-Christian sources):

TRIBUTE

(trib'-ut) (mac, "tribute," really meaning "forced laborers," "labor gang" (1 Kings 4:6; 9:15,21); also "forced service," "serfdom"; possibly "forced payment" is meant in Est 10:1; the idea contained in the modern word is better given by middah (Ezra 6:8; Neh 5:4)): Words used only of the duty levied for Yahweh on acquired spoils are mekhec, "assessment" (Num 31:28,37-41), belo, "excise" (Ezra 4:13,20; Neh 7:24), massa', "burden" (2 Chron 17:11), and `onesh, "fine"

(from International Standard Bible Encyclopaedia, Electronic Database Copyright (c)1996 by Biblesoft)

A compulsory fee or financial contribution levied on an inferior by a superior ruler or nation. Before the establishment of the United Kingdom under David and Solomon, the judge Ehud brought tribute money to Eglon, the king of Moab (Judg 3:15-18). During the time of the United Kingdom, Israel was strong and received tribute. David received tribute from Moab and Syria (2 Sam 8:2,6; 1 Chron 18:2,6), and Solomon accepted tribute from "all kingdoms from the River [Euphratesl to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt" (1 Kings 4:21).

After the division of the kingdom in 931 B.C., King Ahab of the northern kingdom of Israel received tribute from the king of Moab (2 Kings 3:4-5). In the southern kingdom of Judah, Jehoshaphat received tribute from the Philistines and the Arabians (2 Chron 17:11). Uzziah also forced the Ammonites to pay tribute to Judah (2 Chron 26:8).

Even more is reported in the Bible about Israel and Judah paying tribute to foreign nations. Israel's king Jehoash paid tribute to Hazael of Syria to prevent attack (2 Kings 12:17-18). Hoshea paid tribute to Shalmaneser of Assyria (2 Kings 17:3). Judah's King Ahaz sent tribute to Tiglath-Pileser III of Assyria (2 Kings 16:7-8). King Hezekiah paid tribute to Sennacherib of Assyria (2 Kings 18:13-16). Jehoiakim paid tribute to Pharaoh Necho of Egypt just before Judah was captured by Babylon (2 Kings 23:33-35). Although Israel was supposed to depend only on God for protection, the nation occasionally depended on foreign kings, paying heavily in tribute

(from Nelson's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Copyright (c)1986, Thomas Nelson Publishers)

The irony of Judeo-Christians attacks on Islam based on absolute disinformation and misrepresentation of the truth is that, their clergy and/or churches and temples are perpetrating them. The Christian clergy and Rabbis with degrees in divinity, theology, comparative religions and scriptures uttering absolute lies 24/7/365 in their sermons, and on TV (religious) and through their audiotapes, videos and books parrot this disinformation to their audiences; rather telling the truth that Judaism and Christianity also have Jizya جزية, which is worst and humiliating to the dignity of mankind contrary to Islam. In fact, fear mongering by using Islam and/or Muslims has become a multi billion-dollar business in USA alone, which subsequently creates and/or implants the seeds of personal bias and hatredagainst Islam and Muslims. And to further spice things up some pseudo-events are often created around the world that are latter used as pretext[s] to attack Islam and Muslims. After the end of cold war West needed another enemy, which they have found under the pretext of Islam and Muslims. I will conclude my treatise quoting Samuel P. Huntington,


"The West won the world not by the superiority of its ideas or values or religion but rather by its superiority in applying organized violence. Westerners often forget this fact, non-Westerners never do."

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Written by Shahid Bin Waheed

http://www.load-islam.com/C/rebuttals/Jizya




This is not a secret that enemies of Islam have always been busy 24/7/365 spreading lies, disinformation and distortion against Islam, especially Jews and Christians. The topic and/or issue of Jizya جزية (in Islam) is one of the topics and/or issues that have been exploited overwhelmingly by the Jews and Christians, mainly, by their clergy. The irony of this unjust and absurd bigotry is that Jews and Christians (including their clergy) have successfully concealed the fact that Jizya is also a part of their creed found in the Bible, but it is absolutely inhuman. In the treatise, I will inSha Allaah present the evidence from the very Bible (Old Testament & New Testament) unveiling the dark faces of Judaism and Christianity.

We find the mention of Jizya جزية in Old Testament and New Testament (both), therefore, I will begin citing from Old Testament first. Please be advised that in the table right side are the quotes from Arabic Bible and left side are from the English translation, which has further distorted the meaning. We know that Bible was translated in Arabic first around the advent of Islam. However, English translation of the Bible was not done until 15th century. Christian English translators have deliberately distorted many words in an attempt to be competitive with Islam. Because they knew that Islam is the threat for their falsehood.

Jizya جزية in Old Testament


Genesis 49:15 And he saw that rest was good, and the land that it was pleasant; and bowed his shoulder to bear, and became a servant unto tribute.




تكوين 49:15 فرأى المحلّ انه حسن والارض انها نزهة.فاحنى كتفه للحمل وصار للجزية عبدا.





Joshua 16:10 And they drave not out the Canaanites that dwelt in Gezer: but the Canaanites dwell among the Ephraimites unto this day, and serve under tribute.



يشوع 16:10 فلم يطردوا الكنعانيين الساكنين في جازر.فسكن الكنعانيون في وسط افرايم الى هذا اليوم وكانوا عبيدا تحت الجزية


Joshua 17:13 Yet it came to pass, when the children of Israel were waxen strong, that they put the Canaanites to tribute; but did not utterly drive them out.


شوع 17:13 وكان لما تشدد بنو اسرائيل انهم جعلوا الكنعانيين تحت الجزية ولم يطردوهم طردا



Judges 1:28 And it came to pass, when Israel was strong, that they put the Canaanites to tribute, and did not utterly drive them out.


قضاة 1:28 وكان لما تشدد اسرائيل انه وضع الكنعانيين تحت الجزية ولم يطردهم طردا.


2 Samuel 20:24 And Adoram was over the tribute: and Jehoshaphat the son of Ahilud was recorder:


2 صموئيل 20:24 وادورام على الجزية ويهوشافاط بن اخيلود مسجلا



Ezra 4:13 Be it known now unto the king, that, if this city be builded, and the walls set up again, then will they not pay toll, tribute, and custom, and so thou shalt endamage the revenue of the kings.


عزرا 4:13 ليكن الآن معلوما لدى الملك انه اذا بنيت هذه المدينة وأكملت اسوارها لا يؤدون جزية ولا خراجا ولا خفارة فاخيرا تضر الملوك.


Ezra 4:20 There have been mighty kings also over Jerusalem, which have ruled over all countries beyond the river; and toll, tribute, and custom, was paid unto them.


عزرا 4:20 وقد كان ملوك مقتدرون على اورشليم وتسلطوا على جميع عبر النهر وقد أعطوا جزية وخراجا وخفارة.



Ezra 6:8 Moreover I make a decree what ye shall do to the elders of these Jews for the building of this house of God: that of the king’s goods, even of the tribute beyond the river, forthwith expenses be given unto these men, that they be not hindered.


عزرا 6:8 وقد صدر مني أمر بما تعملون مع شيوخ اليهود هؤلاء في بناء بيت الله هذا.فمن مال الملك من جزية عبر النهر تعط النفقة عاجلا لهؤلاء الرجال حتى لا يبطلوا.



Esther 10:1 And the king Ahasuerus laid a tribute upon the land, and upon the isles of the sea.


استير 10:1 ووضع الملك احشويروش جزية على الارض وجزائر البحر.



Proverbs 12:24 The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.


امثال 12:24 يد المجتهدين تسود.اما الرخوة فتكون تحت الجزية.








Jizya جزية in New Testament


Matthew 17:25 He saith, Yes. And when he was come into the house, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? of whom do the kings of the earth take custom or tribute? of their own children, or of strangers?




متى 17:25 قال بلى.فلما دخل البيت سبقه يسوع قائلا ماذا تظن يا سمعان.ممن ياخذ ملوك الارض الجباية او الجزية أمن بنيهم ام من الاجانب.





Matthew 22:17 Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?



متى 22:17 فقل لنا ماذا تظن.أيجوز ان تعطى جزية لقيصر ام لا.



Matthew 22:19 Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny.


متى 22:19 أروني معاملة الجزية.فقدموا له دينارا.



Mark 12:14 And when they were come, they say unto him, Master, we know that thou art true, and carest for no man: for thou regardest not the person of men, but teachest the way of God in truth: Is it lawful to give tribute to Caesar, or not?


مرقس 12:14 فلما جاءوا قالوا له يا معلّم نعلم انك صادق ولا تبالي باحد لانك لا تنظر الى وجوه الناس بل بالحق تعلّم طريق الله.أيجوز ان تعطى جزية لقيصر ام لا.نعطي ام لا نعطي.



Luke 20:22 Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or no?


لوقا 20:22 أيجوز لنا ان نعطي جزية لقيصر ام لا.



Luke 23:2 And they began to accuse him, saying, We found this fellow perverting the nation, and forbidding to give tribute to Caesar, saying that he himself is Christ a King.


لوقا 23:2 وابتدأوا يشتكون عليه قائلين اننا وجدنا هذا يفسد الامة ويمنع ان تعطى جزية لقيصر قائلا انه هو مسيح ملك.



Romans 13:6 For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God’s ministers, attending continually upon this very thing.


رومية 13:6 فانكم لاجل هذا توفون الجزية ايضا.اذ هم خدام الله مواظبون على ذلك بعينه.



Romans 13:7 Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.


رومية 13:7 فاعطوا الجميع حقوقهم.الجزية لمن له الجزية.الجباية لمن له الجباية.والخوف لمن له الخوف والاكرام لمن له الاكرام








At this point I must point out that Jesus in the New Testament commanded to pay Jizya جزيةtoCaesar, as we read in the New Testament,

Matthew 22:17 Tell us therefore,





What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?





Matthew 22:21







They say unto him, Caesar‘s. Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar‘s; and unto God the things that are God’s.





Mark 12:16







And they brought it. And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription? And they said unto him, Caesar‘s.





Mark 12:17







And Jesus answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar‘s, and to God the things that are God’s. And they marvelled at him.





Luke 20:22







Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or no?





Luke 20:24







Shew me a penny. Whose image and superscription hath it? They answered and said, Caesar‘s.





Luke 20:25







And he said unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which be Caesar‘s, and unto God the things which be God’s.



The above evidence from the New Testament also constitutes that Jesus was not for freedom, sovereignty and liberty of Jews and/or Christians. Jesus endorsed occupation of Romans and/or living under Roman occupation rather being sovereign and free. That would lead us to ask what these Jews and Christians are [and/or have been] doing in Muslim lands like Palestine, Afghanistan and Iraq. The Genocide of Muslims under occupation (of Jews and Christians) is absolutely contrary to the teachings of Jesus. Jews need to get out of Palestine, while Christians must stop supporting the Jews. Also USA has no business in Afghanistan and Iraq, occupying these countries and stealing their resources. Christian countries should invite others to occupy them according to Jesus’ teachings. We know from the above evidence from the New Testament that Jesus would not occupy any land/country.





Unlike Islam that give a complete freedom to its subjects under Islamic state, Judeo-Christian laws of Jizya جزية also comes with package deals like:







Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear. Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ. (Ephesians 6:5 NLT)







Christians who are slaves should give their masters full respect so that the name of God and his teaching will not be shamed. If your master is a Christian, that is no excuse for being disrespectful. You should work all the harder because you are helping another believer by your efforts. Teach these truths, Timothy, and encourage everyone to obey them. (1 Timothy 6:1-2 NLT)







The servant will be severely punished, for though he knew his duty, he refused to do it. "But people who are not aware that they are doing wrong will be punished only lightly. Much is required from those to whom much is given, and much more is required from those to whom much more is given." (Luke 12:47-48 NLT)







The following passage shows that slaves are clearly property to be bought and sold like livestock. And the falsely accuse Islam for slavery!





However, you may purchase male or female slaves from among the foreigners who live among you. You may also purchase the children of such resident foreigners, including those who have been born in your land. You may treat them as your property, passing them on to your children as a permanent inheritance. You may treat your slaves like this, but the people of Israel, your relatives, must never be treated this way. (Leviticus 25:44-46)








Read about:

Rape of Female Captives (Deuteronomy 21:10-14)

Rape and the Spoils of War (Judges 5:30)

Sex Slaves (Exodus 21:7-11)

God Assists Rape and Plunder (Zechariah 14:1-2)



I must also point out to the readers the other words used in different English translations (of the Bible) for Jizya جزية:



NIV forced laborer

KJV tribute

ASV become servant to do the task word

(Nice ways to put it to be politically correct)

NAS forced laborer

NKJV forced laborer



Regarding the use to word “Tribute” let me quote Judeo-Christian sources):

TRIBUTE

(trib'-ut) (mac, "tribute," really meaning "forced laborers," "labor gang" (1 Kings 4:6; 9:15,21); also "forced service," "serfdom"; possibly "forced payment" is meant in Est 10:1; the idea contained in the modern word is better given by middah (Ezra 6:8; Neh 5:4)): Words used only of the duty levied for Yahweh on acquired spoils are mekhec, "assessment" (Num 31:28,37-41), belo, "excise" (Ezra 4:13,20; Neh 7:24), massa', "burden" (2 Chron 17:11), and `onesh, "fine"

(from International Standard Bible Encyclopaedia, Electronic Database Copyright (c)1996 by Biblesoft)

A compulsory fee or financial contribution levied on an inferior by a superior ruler or nation. Before the establishment of the United Kingdom under David and Solomon, the judge Ehud brought tribute money to Eglon, the king of Moab (Judg 3:15-18). During the time of the United Kingdom, Israel was strong and received tribute. David received tribute from Moab and Syria (2 Sam 8:2,6; 1 Chron 18:2,6), and Solomon accepted tribute from "all kingdoms from the River [Euphratesl to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt" (1 Kings 4:21).

After the division of the kingdom in 931 B.C., King Ahab of the northern kingdom of Israel received tribute from the king of Moab (2 Kings 3:4-5). In the southern kingdom of Judah, Jehoshaphat received tribute from the Philistines and the Arabians (2 Chron 17:11). Uzziah also forced the Ammonites to pay tribute to Judah (2 Chron 26:8).

Even more is reported in the Bible about Israel and Judah paying tribute to foreign nations. Israel's king Jehoash paid tribute to Hazael of Syria to prevent attack (2 Kings 12:17-18). Hoshea paid tribute to Shalmaneser of Assyria (2 Kings 17:3). Judah's King Ahaz sent tribute to Tiglath-Pileser III of Assyria (2 Kings 16:7-8). King Hezekiah paid tribute to Sennacherib of Assyria (2 Kings 18:13-16). Jehoiakim paid tribute to Pharaoh Necho of Egypt just before Judah was captured by Babylon (2 Kings 23:33-35). Although Israel was supposed to depend only on God for protection, the nation occasionally depended on foreign kings, paying heavily in tribute

(from Nelson's Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Copyright (c)1986, Thomas Nelson Publishers)

The irony of Judeo-Christians attacks on Islam based on absolute disinformation and misrepresentation of the truth is that, their clergy and/or churches and temples are perpetrating them. The Christian clergy and Rabbis with degrees in divinity, theology, comparative religions and scriptures uttering absolute lies 24/7/365 in their sermons, and on TV (religious) and through their audiotapes, videos and books parrot this disinformation to their audiences; rather telling the truth that Judaism and Christianity also have Jizya جزية, which is worst and humiliating to the dignity of mankind contrary to Islam. In fact, fear mongering by using Islam and/or Muslims has become a multi billion-dollar business in USA alone, which subsequently creates and/or implants the seeds of personal bias and hatredagainst Islam and Muslims. And to further spice things up some pseudo-events are often created around the world that are latter used as pretext[s] to attack Islam and Muslims. After the end of cold war West needed another enemy, which they have found under the pretext of Islam and Muslims. I will conclude my treatise quoting Samuel P. Huntington,




"The West won the world not by the superiority of its ideas or values or religion but rather by its superiority in applying organized violence. Westerners often forget this fact, non-Westerners never do."
an excellent informative article.:up:

http://www.load-islam.com/C/rebuttals/Jizya

The Quran on Wars And Aggression

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A number of people today view Submission (Islam in Arabic) as a hostile and aggressive religion. This stereotype has been sadly reinforced by the acts of terrorists and fanatics, who in no way represent what the religion truly stands for. They have hijacked the religion, and consequent media attention, for their own selfish and evil goals. Hence, the world opinion tends towards viewing Islam as a violent religion. People associate Islam with Saddam Hussein, suicide bombers, Osama bin Laden, and September 11th. Very few see it as a religion that forbids any kind of aggression, and permits fighting only in self-defense (Quran 2:190). Yet, this is what the truth is. The religion of Islam, described by God in the Quran stands for peace and tolerance. It does not condone or encourage terrorism.

In the remainder of the article we address some of the common misconceptions about the Islamic and Quranic perspectives on war and peace. These misconceptions are fueled by some people who quote parts of a few Quranic verses out of context. It is unfortunate that rational open-minded folk accept these misquotations without examining the context of the passage they are written in. As with most other books, the Quran must be read as a whole. Taking a single verse—or a part of a verse—out of context, can naturally lead to incorrect conclusions. No religion of God is evil, rather the people who abuse the religion are.

Aggression is Forbidden. Fighting is permitted only in self-defence.

The Quranic verses on this are very clear. God repeats, "do not aggress", multiple times. Only if attacked, is one permitted to fight back. If the other party refrains from aggression and offers one peace, we are told to stop fighting.

Rules of War*

[2:190] You may fight in the cause of GOD against those who attack you, but do not aggress. GOD does not love the aggressors.
[2:191] You may kill those who wage war against you, and you may evict them whence they evicted you. Oppression is worse than murder. Do not fight them at the Sacred Masjid, unless they attack you therein. If they attack you, you may kill them. This is the just retribution for those disbelievers.
[2:192] If they refrain, then GOD is Forgiver, Most Merciful.
[2:193] You may also fight them to eliminate oppression, and to worship GOD freely. If they refrain, you shall not aggress; aggression is permitted only against the aggressors.

*2:190 All fighting is regulated by the basic rule in 60:8-9. Fighting is allowed strictly in self-defense, while aggression and oppression are strongly condemned throughout the Quran.

[5:87] O you who believe, do not prohibit good things that are made lawful by GOD, and do not aggress; GOD dislikes the aggressors.

[8:61] If they resort to peace, so shall you, and put your trust in GOD. He is the Hearer, the Omniscient.

[4:90] ... if they leave you alone, refrain from fighting you, and offer you peace, then GOD gives you no excuse to fight them.

The Quran also reminds the submitters (muslims in Arabic) that they should not be provoked by past animosity into committing acts of aggression (5:2). Additionally, God insists that submitters (muslims) must be absolutely sure before striking in the cause of God (4:94). Anyone who offers one peace, cannot be attacked.

[4:94] O you who believe, if you strike in the cause of GOD, you shall be absolutely sure. Do not say to one who offers you peace, "You are not a believer,"seeking the spoils of this world. For GOD possesses infinite spoils. Remember that you used to be like them, and GOD blessed you. Therefore, you shall be absolutely sure (before you strike). GOD is fully Cognizant of everything you do.

Life is Sacred

The killing of innocent civilians by suicide bombers and terrorists is strongly condemned in the Quran. Taking any life—except in the course of justice, is forbidden. Even so, capital punishment is discouraged. Thus, those who commit these horrible acts are clearly not muslims, rather very evil people who try to justify their hatred and actions using God's name (7:28).

The Major Commandments

[6:151] Say, “Come, let me tell you what your Lord has forbidden you: that you associate nothing with Him; that you honor your parents; that you do not kill your children because of poverty—We provide for you and for them; that you do not come near indecencies, whether outward or inward; and that you do not kill the soul which God has sanctified—except in the course of justice. All this He has enjoined upon you, so that you may understand.”

[17:33] You shall not kill any person - for GOD has made life sacred - except in the course of justice. If one is killed unjustly, then we give his heir authority to enforce justice. Thus, he shall not exceed the limits in avenging the murder; he will be helped.

[25:68] They never implore beside GOD any other god, nor do they kill anyone - for GOD has made life sacred - except in the course of justice. Nor do they commit adultery. Those who commit these offenses will have to pay.

[7:28] They commit a gross sin, then say, "We found our parents doing this, and GOD has commanded us to do it." Say, "GOD never advocates sin. Are you saying about GOD what you do not know?"

Absolute Freedom to Believe / No compulsion in religion

Does Islam recommend or justify killing of disbelievers or those who decide to leave the religion? The answer is an emphatic "No". God makes it very clear in the Quran, that there is no compulsion in religion (2:256). Free will is one of God's precious gifts to humanity, and human beings cannot take away what God gave man. If someone does not wish to believe, they are to be left alone and not forced in any manner. A submitter's (muslim) job is simply to invite people to God's religion with kind enlightenment (16:125).

No Compulsion in Religion

[2:256] There shall be no compulsion in religion: the right way is now distinct from the wrong way. Anyone who denounces the devil and believes in GOD has grasped the strongest bond; one that never breaks. GOD is Hearer, Omniscient.

Absolute Freedom of Religion

[18:29] Proclaim: "This is the truth from your Lord," then whoever wills let him believe, and whoever wills let him disbelieve. We have prepared for the transgressors a fire that will completely surround them. When they scream for help, they will be given a liquid like concentrated acid that scalds the faces. What a miserable drink! What a miserable destiny!

How to Spread God's Message

[16:125] You shall invite to the path of your Lord with wisdom and kind enlightenment, and debate with them in the best possible manner. Your Lord knows best who has strayed from His path, and He knows best who are the guided ones.

Verses Relating To War-Time Situations that are Abused

There are a number of people who will quote parts of verses out of context, either out of ignorance, or deliberately, to promote a false view of the religion. We present here some of the verses with their context that clearly show that these "violent" verses only relate to war situations. As mentioned before, all wars and fighting are only in self-defence.

The verses are listed in a table format. In the left column is the verse or part of the verse that is commonly misquoted to try and show "Islam is a religion of violence". In the right column, the full verse / context is shown, making it clear that the "violence" is only in self-defence / in the time of war.

Misquoted Verse	Same Verse in Context
[4:101] "... For the Unbelievers are unto you open enemies."	[4:101] When you travel, during war, you commit no error by shortening your Contact Prayers (Salat), if you fear that the disbelievers may attack you. Surely, the disbelievers are your ardent enemies.
[8:12-13] ... I will instill terror into the hearts of the unbelievers. Smite ye above their necks and smite all their finger tips off them. This because they contend against God and his apostle. ...	[8:12-13] Recall that your Lord inspired the angels: "I am with you; so support those who believed. I will throw terror into the hearts of those who disbelieved. You may strike them above the necks, and you may strike even every finger." This is what they have justly incurred by fighting GOD and His messenger. For those who fight against GOD and His messenger, GOD's retribution is severe. *8:12-16 All wars are governed by the basic rule in 60:8-9.
[9:5] "... fight and slay the pagans wherever ye find them, and seize them, beleaguer them, and lie in wait for them in every stratagem (of war) ..."	[9:4-5] If the idol worshipers sign a peace treaty with you, and do not violate it, nor band together with others against you, you shall fulfill your treaty with them until the expiration date. GOD loves the righteous. Once the Sacred Months are past, (and they refuse to make peace) you may kill the idol worshipers when you encounter them, punish them, and resist every move they make. ...
[9:14] "Fight them, and God will punish them by your hands, cover them with shame ..."	[9:13-14] Would you not fight people who violated their treaties, tried to banish the messenger, and they are the ones who started the war in the first place? Are you afraid of them? GOD is the One you are supposed to fear, if you are believers. You shall fight them, for GOD will punish them at your hands, humiliate them, grant you victory over them, and cool the chests of the believers.

To summarize, the religion of Submission to God (Islam) as described in the Quran is a peaceful and tolerant one. The only situations where fighting is allowed is in self-defense. Aggression is always prohibited.

Note: We would like to add that out of the 6,346 verses in the Quran, a very small percentage talk about "war". Islam being a practical religion does cover the legitimacy of fighting as well as when it is unjustified. The believers in the time of Muhammad had to face hostile opposition because of their religious views, and were in many cases forced to fight to save their lives. However, the bulk of the Quran, as the religion of Islam in general, focuses on worshipping God, leading a righteous life and attaining salvation in the Hereafter. We invite you to read the Quran for yourself to verify this.