St. Paul & the Transformation of Christianity - Dr Israr Ahmad
This lecture explores the significant deviations introduced by St. Paul from the original teachings of Jesus Christ and the Jewish roots of Christianity. Dr. Israr Ahmad details how Paul altered core beliefs—including the concept of God, the validity of Mosaic Law, and the scope of the Christian message—transforming it into a separate religion. The discussion highlights the historical context of these changes, comparing early Christianity to a sect within Judaism, and contrasts it with the Pauline version. The lecture also draws parallels between the emergence of Paulinism and the early deviations within Islam instigated by Abdullah ibn Saba, noting similar attempts to elevate individuals to divine status and challenge the established succession of leadership. Dr. Ahmad emphasizes that contemporary Christianity is largely a product of Paul's teachings, not the original message of Jesus, and warns against such deviations within Islam.
