Mystical Jewish Numerical Interpretations Foreshadowing the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) | Dr. Ali Ataie
Channel: Muslim Community Center - MCC East Bay
Date: 2022-08-01

Dr. Ali Ataie gives insights into mystical numerical interpretation of sacred texts in Hebrew and he specifically cites Genesis 17:20:

"And as for Ishmael, I have heard you: I will surely bless him; I will make him fruitful and will greatly increase his numbers. He will be the father of twelve rulers, and I will make him into a great nation."

This clip in the MCC Gems Series is from a sermon Dr. Ataie gave about the sacred narratives in the Qur'an: https://youtu.be/xpt0kLHZYfY

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About Ustadh Ataie:
Ali Ataie is a perennial student and researcher who has been involved in interfaith activities for over two decades. He holds a Masters in biblical studies with a focus on New Testament and biblical languages. He also holds a PhD in cultural and historical studies in religion from the Graduate Theological Union. His doctoral work focused on Muslim hermeneutics of Biblical texts, especially the Gospel of John. He lives in San Ramon, CA with his wife Roya and three daughters. 

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This sermon was delivered via at Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) in Pleasanton, California on July 22, 2022. Watch the complete Khutba: https://youtu.be/xpt0kLHZYfY

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