Sure - As a Muslim, should I read the Bible? Yes — if you read it with the right intention and mindset. Why it can be beneficial: 1. Islam acknowledges earlier scriptures The Qur'an mentions the Tawrah (Torah), Zabur (Psalms), and Injil (Gospel) as divine revelations sent to previous prophets. However, Islam also teaches that the current version of the Bible has undergone human alterations and does not fully reflect the original message. 2. For knowledge and comparison Reading the Bible can help you understand the similarities and differences between Islam and Christianity. It strengthens your ability to explain Islamic beliefs clearly when speaking to people of other faiths. 3. To verify truth and contradictions Like Maurice Bucaille did, you can compare what the Bible says with modern science and the Qur'an, and see where the inconsistencies lie. Some important cautions: Read with a strong foundation in your own faith, not out of doubt. Approach it as a study of comparative religion, not as a source of personal guidance. Use trusted translations—some versions of the Bible may have been interpreted with bias. Examples of Muslim scholars who read the Bible: Imam Al-Ghazali, Ibn Taymiyyah, and Ahmed Deedat studied the Bible to better explain Islam and to engage in interfaith dialogue and debate. Conclusion: Yes, you can read the Bible as a Muslim, for the sake of knowledge, comparison, and truth-seeking — not for religious practice.