Word “Lord” in the Bible and a Comparison with the Quran
The word “Lord” is used more frequently than any other word in the Bible. In the King James Version, Lord appears 6,753 times. Also the word "Lord" is found 7,127 in the Quran
Definition of “Lord”
The word “Lord” is used to denote someone or something having power, authority, or influence. It can refer to a master, ruler, or deity. In the context of the Bible, “Lord” is often used to refer to God the Father, Jesus the Savior, and the Holy Spirit. The term originates from Old English hlāford, meaning “bread-keeper,” which evolved from a Germanic base.
The Bible consists of 66 books in the Protestant tradition, divided into two main sections: the Old Testament with 39 books and the New Testament with 27 books. The Bible is a collection of texts written over a span of approximately 1,500 years. The oldest parts, such as the books attributed to Moses, were written around 1500–1400 BC. The most recent books, like those in the New Testament, were written in the late first century AD.
This means the Bible, in its entirety, has texts that are nearly 3,500 years old.
The word Jesus refers to the central figure of Christianity, believed by Christians to be the Son of God and the Messiah who came to save humanity from sin. His life, teachings, death, and resurrection are the foundation of the Christian faith.
The name “Jesus” comes from the Latin “Iesus,” which is derived from the Greek “Iēsous,” and ultimately from the Hebrew name “Yehoshua” (Joshua), meaning "Yahweh is salvation"
In comparison, the Quran is approximately 1,400 years old. It was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad over a period of about 23 years, starting around 610 AD and concluding in 632 AD. The Quran mentions Jesus (known as 'Isa in Arabic) 235 times, highlighting his role as a prophet, his miraculous birth, and his miracles. In contrast, the Bible mentions Jesus approximately 942 times, covering his life, teachings, miracles, crucifixion, and resurrection.
While the Quran acknowledges Jesus as a significant prophet, the Bible provides a more extensive account of his life and teachings.
Scriptures Highlighting the Word “Lord”
Deuteronomy 6:4-5 (KJV):
“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord: And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.”
Psalm 33:4-5 (KJV):
“For the word of the Lord is right; and all his works are done in truth. He loveth righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.”
Psalm 18:30 (KJV):
“As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the Lord is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.”
Matthew 7:24 (KJV):
“Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock.”
John 1:1 (KJV):
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
Quranic Verses Mentioning Jesus
Surah Al-Baqarah 2:87:
“And We did certainly give Moses the Torah and followed up after him with messengers. And We gave Jesus, the son of Mary, clear proofs and supported him with the Pure Spirit.”
Surah Al-Baqarah 2:136:
“Say, [O believers], ‘We have believed in Allah and what has been revealed to us and what has been revealed to Abraham and Ishmael and Isaac and Jacob and the Descendants and what was given to Moses and Jesus and what was given to the prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction between any of them, and we are Muslims [in submission] to Him.’”
Surah Ali-Imran 3:45:
“[And mention] when the angels said, ‘O Mary, indeed Allah gives you good tidings of a word from Him, whose name will be the Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary – distinguished in this world and the Hereafter and among those brought near [to Allah].’”
Surah Ali-Imran 3:55:
“[Mention] when Allah said, ‘O Jesus, indeed I will take you and raise you to Myself and purify you from those who disbelieve and make those who follow you [in submission to Allah alone] superior to those who disbelieve until the Day of Resurrection. Then to Me is your return, and I will judge between you concerning that in which you used to differ.’”
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