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The Islamic Dilemma: Why the Bible Remains the Ultimate Truth

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Dec 18, 2025
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By Alvin Tanicala | Word Ministry

How do we know which revelation is true? In a world of competing religious claims, logic and consistency are our best tools for discernment.

There is a powerful logical argument often called "The Islamic Dilemma." It forces a seeker to look at the relationship between the Quran and the Bible. When you examine the texts closely, you find that the Quran rests its authority on the Bible, yet simultaneously contradicts it. This creates an impossible logical knot that points us back to the ultimate authority of the Christian Scriptures.

1. The Quran Appeals to the Bible as Truth

Many people are surprised to learn that the Quran does not originally claim the Bible is corrupted. In fact, it commands Muslims to look to the "People of the Book" (Christians and Jews) and their scriptures to verify the truth.

If the author of the Quran was unsure, they were told to ask those who read the Bible before them.

Surah 10:94 (Yunus):

"So if you …

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