Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq, Jan. 1, 2025 By AimanAbir18plus – Own work, CC BY 4.0, Wikipedia
Introduction
In Chapter 8, “Door Number Eight – The Celestial Bodies,” of The Seventh Covenant, Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq promotes a theological cosmology deeply rooted in astrology, apocryphal texts, and speculative metaphysics. This chapter introduces doctrines that equate stars with souls, misinterpret the Gospel of Judas, and advance teachings about astrological determinism that directly contradict the Bible. This response will analyse and refute each section using biblical truth and sound theological reasoning, aimed at a biblically literate audience.
1. Admiration of the Stars and Planetary Worship
Al-Sadiq begins by romanticising the ancient admiration of stars and planets, stating:
“Ever since the dawn of man, the children of Adam have always looked towards the sky and admired the stars. They knew there was something more to those beautiful lights, that they were not random and had deeper meanings… Some even built their cities to mimic their appearance in the night skies.”
While it is true that ancient civilisations engaged in astronomical studies and celestial worship, Scripture consistently condemns this as idolatry. The Law of Moses warns:
“And lest you lift up your eyes unto heaven, and when you see the sun and the moon and the stars, even all the host of heaven, you should be driven to worship them…” (Deuteronomy 4:19, KJV)
God created the celestial bodies for signs, seasons, days, and years—not for worship or spiritual insight (Genesis 1:14). The fascination with stars turning into spiritual guides is not an endorsement by God, but a consequence of man’s fallen imagination.
2. Eve’s Vision of Lights as Angels
He claims that in “Door One,” Eve looked up and saw two lights—stars—interpreted as angels:
“Eve, the mother of mankind, upon seeing the two lights in the sky, recognised them as angelic beings, her heart drawn to their divine presence.”
There is no biblical evidence supporting this view. This concept is rooted in gnostic mysticism rather than Scripture. The Bible teaches that God communicates through His word and through His prophets—not via symbolic star-gazing (Hebrews 1:1-2).
3. The Al-Haft Al-Shareef and Stars as Believers
Al-Sadiq quotes Imam Ja’far Al-Sadiq:
“Those are the light bodies that were made for the believers from their works, and they are the stars which roam in the sky, shining in the heavens. Each true believer has a star representing his soul.”
This Islamic mystical claim redefines celestial bodies as the glorified forms of believers. But Scripture teaches that believers will be bodily resurrected and transformed into incorruptible beings, not celestial objects:
“It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body…” (1 Corinthians 15:44)
Stars are part of the inanimate creation (Psalm 8:3). Associating them with human souls or resurrected bodies is doctrinally absurd and metaphysically gnostic.
4. The Gospel of Judas and ‘Your Star Has Led You Astray’
Al-Sadiq draws heavily from the Gospel of Judas, quoting Jesus allegedly saying:
“Your star has led you astray, Judas. You will not ascend with the others.”
The Gospel of Judas is a Gnostic gospel, written in the second century AD, long after the apostles. It was condemned by early Christians for its heresies. The canonical Scriptures never associate stars with human souls or destinies. Instead, they declare:
“There shall not be found among you… an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch… For all that do these things are an abomination unto the Lord.” (Deuteronomy 18:10-12)
Jesus did not teach astrological fatalism. He rebuked signs-seeking (Matthew 16:4) and affirmed that man’s heart—not his star—leads him astray (Mark 7:21-23).
5. Claim: “Every person who has a soul has a star”
Al-Sadiq concludes:
“Clearly, Jesus (PBUH) says that every person who has a soul has a star and that the stars of the people can be seen plainly in the sky, although they are cloaked to the vision of the blind.”
This is a gross misrepresentation. The canonical Gospels never present such a doctrine. The soul is not tied to a celestial object. Instead, the Bible declares that God forms the spirit of man within him (Zechariah 12:1), and the destiny of man is in God’s hand—not in the movement of the stars.
6. Astrology from Idris (Enoch) and Post-Solar Reversal Confusion
Al-Sadiq claims:
“This was true before the sun returned for Joshua son of Nun and Ali the Prince of the Believers. The stars were in perfect harmony, and astrologers understood them. But after the reversal of the sun, astrologers have become confused.”
This interpretation mixes biblical miracles (Joshua 10:13) with Islamic mystical traditions. There is no biblical endorsement of astrology before or after the miracle of the sun standing still. God does not use stars for prophetic time-keeping or horoscopic calculations.
7. The Prophet Who Used Stars for Death Predictions
The narrative goes on to describe a prophet who knew births and deaths based on star movements:
“Then God Almighty revealed to the sun, the moon, and the stars to run in that water, and in it was written every birth and every death. The prophet could read them, for he was taught the language of the stars.”
This story, quoted from Bihar Al-Anwar, contradicts biblical principles. God explicitly forbids using divination or omens for predicting life events (Leviticus 19:26, Deuteronomy 18:10-14). He alone knows the days of a man (Job 14:5).
The idea that David’s opponents used star charts to outwit him contradicts biblical accounts of David’s victories through God’s favour and obedience, not cosmic manipulation.
8. The Stars Foretold the Births of Prophets?
Al-Sadiq also asserts:
“In every age, the wise ones who could read the stars knew of the coming of God’s appointed ones. The births of Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Mohammed (PBUT) were all predicted by people who could read their coming in the stars. The knowledge of the stars was a divine science, given first to Idris (Enoch), then passed down through the purified ones.”
This teaching denies divine sovereignty. God sends His messengers by direct calling and foreordination (Jeremiah 1:5). The Magi were guided by a star in Matthew 2:2, but this was a unique supernatural sign—not proof of astrology. Nowhere does Scripture teach that star-reading is a legitimate prophetic tool.
9. The ‘Star of Eden’ and Occult Parallels
Al-Sadiq introduces the idea of the “Star of Eden”—a pre-Adamic celestial body representing an immortal state—implying that access to eternal knowledge and divine status is linked to regaining this astral connection. He writes:
“The Star of Eden was the first created light of purity. Before man fell, his essence resonated with the frequency of that Star. This is why the return to Eden is not just a journey across time but a recalibration of the soul back to its celestial origin.”
He further states:
“Those who follow the Mahdi will reconnect with the Edenic star. Their spirits will shine once again with the original light, beyond time, beyond the veil, in oneness with the divine star.”
This teaching mirrors Luciferian and occult traditions which promote the idea of humanity returning to a pre-fall ‘godlike’ condition through esoteric enlightenment and celestial unity. The doctrine of returning to a lost Eden through cosmic realignment is not only unbiblical but spiritually dangerous.
However, the Bible utterly refutes such doctrines. The fall of man was not a loss of cosmic ascension but a moral rebellion against God’s direct command (Genesis 3:6). Redemption is not found in reconnecting to mythical stars or lost celestial realms, but in repentance and faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ (Romans 3:24–26). The promise of restoration is spiritual and rooted in Christ’s atonement, not the reclaiming of an astrological archetype.
Moreover, this “Star of Eden” concept closely resembles the New Age and theosophical idea of “ascended masters” or “inner light,” which Scripture condemns as doctrines of devils masquerading as light:
“And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.” (2 Corinthians 11:14)
There is no biblical “star of Eden.” The Eden of Scripture was a real garden on Earth, and its restoration is described not through astral gateways, but through the redemptive reign of Christ in the new heavens and new earth (Revelation 21:1–4).
The Cult of Celestial Determinism
Chapter 8 of The Seventh Covenant substitutes the revealed will of God with speculative gnostic mysticism. It borrows heavily from apocryphal writings, misrepresents biblical figures, and promotes astrology as divine truth.
But Scripture is unequivocal:
“Let now the astrologers, the stargazers, the monthly prognosticators, stand up and save thee from these things that shall come upon thee… Behold, they shall be as stubble.” (Isaiah 47:13–14)
The teachings in this chapter are not from Christ, the apostles, or the prophets, but from the doctrines of devils (1 Timothy 4:1). True wisdom is not in the stars, but in fearing the Lord (Proverbs 9:10).
May all believers reject this celestial deception and return to the unshakeable foundation of the Word of God.
Refutation of Heretical Beliefs about Imam Ahmed Al-Hassan and Mars
1. The Alleged Identification of Mars as the Red Planet and a Divine Entity
Imam Ahmed Al-Hassan’s claim that Mars, the Red Planet, has a divine connection, as well as its association with war and conflict, is rooted in the belief that celestial bodies possess divine power or significance. This assertion implies a spiritual or mystical connection to human affairs, which contradicts the biblical worldview. The Bible teaches that celestial bodies, including planets and stars, were created for specific purposes, but not as divine entities.
The Cosmic Order and God’s Sovereignty Over Creation
The book of Genesis gives a clear account of the creation of celestial bodies. In Genesis 1:14-18, God establishes the sun, moon, and stars as “lights in the firmament” for the purpose of dividing day from night and marking time. They serve as signs for seasons, days, and years. The passage doesn’t suggest that these celestial objects possess inherent spiritual power or divine status. Instead, they function within the created order, under God’s sovereign control. The Bible does not support the notion that Mars, or any other planet, holds intrinsic divine significance.
Rejection of Astrology and Celestial Influence
Astrological beliefs, which often associate specific planets with characteristics or divine influence, have been prominent in various cultures throughout history. However, Scripture unequivocally rejects the idea that planets or stars govern human destiny. In Deuteronomy 4:19, God warns the Israelites against worshipping the sun, moon, and stars, explicitly stating that they were given to the nations under heaven but are not to be objects of worship. This warning directly challenges the idea that Mars has any divine influence on human lives.
Isaiah 47:13-14 further condemns the practice of astrology, describing astrologers and stargazers as powerless in the face of divine judgment. The Bible consistently teaches that human lives are not determined by the movements of celestial bodies, but by the will of God alone.
Mars as a Symbol of Conflict, Not a Divine Entity
In biblical symbolism, war and conflict are often associated with human sin and rebellion, not with celestial bodies. The notion that Mars embodies war and conflict is not rooted in Scripture but in ancient myths and occult traditions. The Bible portrays war as a consequence of human disobedience, not a planetary characteristic. For example, in James 4:1-2, the apostle James writes, “From whence come wars and fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members?” Here, conflict is portrayed as a result of human desires, not the influence of any celestial body.
2. The Claim that Stars and Planets Have Souls
Imam Ahmed Al-Hassan’s teaching that stars and planets possess souls is a clear departure from biblical doctrine. The Bible teaches that only human beings and certain angels have souls, not inanimate objects or celestial bodies.
The Uniqueness of Human Beings in Creation
Genesis 2:7 presents the creation of humanity: “And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.” This unique creation of humanity highlights that the breath of life, a soul, is something given directly by God. No such teaching is found in Scripture concerning celestial bodies. The idea that stars or planets have souls contradicts the biblical understanding of the created order.
The Problem of Idolatry
Romans 1:25 condemns the idolatry of worshipping created things rather than the Creator: “Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator.” The belief that celestial bodies are alive and have influence over human affairs is a form of idolatry, a false worship that elevates creation to a divine status. In this context, the worship of Mars or any planet as a divine entity is a direct violation of the first commandment, “Thou shalt have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:3).
The Idolatrous Nature of Celestial Worship
Deuteronomy 4:19 makes it clear that celestial bodies are not to be worshipped. This echoes throughout Scripture, such as in Jeremiah 8:2 and Zephaniah 1:5, where the worship of the sun, moon, and stars is denounced. Celestial bodies were created for specific functions, but they are not to be regarded as divine or given the power to influence human lives. The belief that they possess souls is an erroneous and dangerous teaching that leads individuals into spiritual bondage.
3. The Claim that Humans and Celestial Bodies Are Connected in a Mystical or Deterministic Way
The teaching that human lives and actions are controlled by celestial bodies, such as Mars, is in direct opposition to the biblical doctrine of free will and personal responsibility.
The Doctrine of Free Will
The Bible teaches that human beings have the free will to choose between good and evil, as seen in Deuteronomy 30:19: “I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live.” This passage emphasizes the role of personal choice in determining one’s destiny. The influence of Mars or any other celestial body is not the determinant of human life according to biblical theology.
God’s Sovereign Control Over Human Affairs
Proverbs 16:9 declares, “A man’s heart deviseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps.” While human beings may make plans, it is ultimately God who directs the course of human events. The idea that the movements of planets or stars dictate the course of one’s life diminishes God’s sovereignty and undermines the biblical teaching of divine providence.
Theological Considerations: Determinism vs. Providence
The biblical concept of divine providence teaches that God is actively involved in the lives of His people, guiding them according to His will and purpose. The idea that celestial bodies determine human destiny introduces a form of determinism that is incompatible with the Bible’s teaching on free will. This notion also opens the door to fatalism, where individuals may feel powerless to change their circumstances, as their lives are dictated by external, uncontrollable forces.
4. The Claim that Adam Is the Earth and That the Soul of Iblis (Satan) Is the Star Sirius
Imam Ahmed Al-Hassan’s belief that Adam is the Earth and that the star Sirius represents the soul of Iblis (Satan) draws from Gnostic and occult teachings that are foreign to biblical Christianity.
The Biblical View of Creation
Genesis 2:7 makes it clear that Adam was formed from the dust of the ground, not that the Earth itself is a living soul. The earth is a created entity, but it is not equated with humanity. The distinction between creation and Creator is fundamental to biblical theology. The idea that Adam is the Earth is a misunderstanding of Scripture and a distortion of the creation narrative.
The Rejection of Gnostic Beliefs
Gnosticism, which influenced many heretical teachings, held that the material world was inherently evil and that divine truth could only be understood through secret knowledge. The concept that the soul of Satan could be associated with a star like Sirius is deeply rooted in Gnostic thought, not biblical Christianity. In contrast, the Bible teaches that Satan was originally created as a good angel but fell due to pride (Isaiah 14:12-15). The fall of Lucifer is depicted as a moral and spiritual rebellion, not as a cosmic event tied to any celestial body.
5. The Connection Between Celestial Worship and Heresy
The worship of celestial bodies and the attribution of divine power to planets and stars is condemned throughout the Bible. This form of idolatry has been a recurring issue in many cultures, and the Bible consistently warns against it.
Theological Reflections on Idolatry
Idolatry is one of the most severe sins in the Bible, and it is often associated with the rejection of the one true God in favor of false gods or created things. The apostle Paul, in Romans 1:23-25, condemns those who “changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted beasts, and creeping things.” The belief in celestial bodies as gods or divine entities falls into this category of idolatry.
The Historical Background of Celestial Worship
Throughout history, many civilizations have worshipped the sun, moon, stars, and planets as gods. Ancient Egyptian, Babylonian, and Greek cultures were steeped in astrology and celestial worship. The Bible condemns such practices, emphasizing that the heavens declare the glory of God, not the power of the celestial bodies themselves (Psalm 19:1-6). The creation of the sun, moon, and stars was to bring light and order to creation, not to be worshipped.
Refuting the Doctrine of Reincarnation (Raj’a) in Light of Biblical Teachings
Introduction
In the book The Seventh Covenant with Ahmed Al-Hassan, Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq presents a doctrine of reincarnation, termed Raj’a, which claims that souls will return to the world in bodies during the appearance of the Qaim, or the “Riser”. This concept is rooted in certain Shiite traditions, specifically within the context of the sayings of the Imams of the family of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). One such narration from Imam Ja’far Al-Sadiq states, “Whoever does not believe in our Return is not from us,” which is used to emphasize the essential nature of the Raj’a. According to this view, at the time of the Qaim’s return, individuals will be given the choice to join him or remain in their graves, implying a form of reincarnation.
However, as we examine this doctrine in the light of Scripture, we find that the concept of reincarnation is not supported by the Bible. The Christian doctrine of resurrection differs significantly from the notion of reincarnation, which implies multiple cycles of rebirth. In this response, we will refute the doctrine of Raj’a using biblical principles, emphasizing the finality and hope of resurrection as taught in Christian Scripture.
The Biblical View of Resurrection: One Life, One Death
The Bible clearly teaches that humans live once and die once, followed by judgment. The concept of reincarnation, as presented in the doctrine of Raj’a, contradicts this clear biblical teaching.
Hebrews 9:27
“Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment.”
This verse directly opposes the notion of reincarnation. According to Hebrews 9:27, there is no repeated cycle of life and death, but rather a singular, appointed time for death followed by judgment. The idea of souls returning to live again in different bodies is absent in the New Testament and is incompatible with the Christian doctrine of resurrection.
Luke 16:19-31
In the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, Jesus describes two individuals who die and are immediately assigned to their eternal destinations—one to Abraham’s bosom and the other to torment. The rich man pleads for a second chance to warn his brothers, but Abraham answers, “They have Moses and the Prophets; let them listen to them.” (Luke 16:29). There is no indication of reincarnation here, only an immediate judgment after death and a fixed eternal outcome.
John 5:28-29
“Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice and come out—those who have done what is good will rise to live, and those who have done what is evil will rise to be condemned.”
Jesus speaks of a future resurrection where all the dead will rise, but there is no indication that they will return to life repeatedly or be reincarnated. The resurrection here is a one-time event that leads to eternal life or condemnation, not a cyclical return to the physical world.
The Finality of Resurrection in Christian Doctrine
The doctrine of resurrection is central to the Christian faith, but it stands in stark contrast to the doctrine of reincarnation. Resurrection, according to Scripture, refers to the restoration of the body to eternal life or judgment, not a cyclical process of death and rebirth.
1 Corinthians 15:22-23
“For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive. But each in turn: Christ, the firstfruits; then, when he comes, those who belong to him.”
Paul explains that resurrection is not an endless cycle but occurs at the return of Christ. Christians believe that at the end of time, there will be a single resurrection for all believers, followed by eternal life with Christ. There is no basis in the Bible for a repeating cycle of lives or for souls returning to earth as taught in the concept of Raj’a.
1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
“For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air.”
This passage reinforces the idea of a single, final resurrection of the dead, followed by the gathering of the faithful with Christ. There is no suggestion of multiple returns or the concept of Raj’a. The resurrection is portrayed as a one-time event when Christ returns, distinct from the idea of cyclical reincarnation.
The Importance of Christ’s Resurrection as the Model
In Christian theology, the resurrection of Jesus Christ serves as the ultimate proof of the resurrection of the dead. Jesus’ resurrection is a one-time event that guarantees the resurrection of believers at His return. His resurrection is not a reincarnation, nor is it repeated; it is a once-for-all event that has eternal significance.
Romans 6:9-10
“For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him. The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God.”
Christ’s resurrection was not a return to a previous life, but a victory over death, providing the model for believers’ future resurrection. This finality contradicts the Raj’a concept, which relies on the idea of souls repeatedly returning to the earth.
No Biblical Basis for the Return of Believers in the Same Bodies
The concept of Raj’a, where believers are told that they will have the option to return to the world at the time of the Qaim’s appearance, is foreign to biblical teaching. The Bible does not support the idea that believers will return in the same bodies after death.
1 Corinthians 15:42-44
“So will it be with the resurrection of the dead. The body that is sown is perishable; it is raised imperishable. It is sown in dishonor; it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness; it is raised in power. It is sown a natural body; it is raised a spiritual body.”
Paul makes it clear that the resurrection body is different from the physical body. It is a spiritual body, not a return to the same mortal body. This distinction refutes the idea that souls will be reincarnated in their previous forms.
The doctrine of reincarnation (Raj’a), as presented in the teachings of Abdullah Hashem Aba Al-Sadiq and the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, finds no support in the Bible. The biblical teaching on resurrection is clear: humans live once, die once, and then face judgment. There is no biblical basis for the cyclical return of souls to the earth, as taught in the concept of Raj’a. The Christian hope rests in the promise of a single, final resurrection, where believers will be raised imperishable to eternal life with Christ. This hope is grounded in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which serves as the model for all future resurrections.
In contrast to the teachings of Raj’a, the Bible calls believers to look forward to a resurrection in which they will receive glorified bodies, not a return to a former life or reincarnation. Therefore, the concept of reincarnation in the Raj’a doctrine stands in contradiction to the biblical doctrine of resurrection and the finality of judgment.
Conclusion
Imam Ahmed Al-Hassan’s teachings regarding the divinity of Mars, the souls of celestial bodies, and the mystical connection between humans and planets stand in direct opposition to biblical doctrine. These beliefs promote idolatry, undermine human free will, and distort the biblical understanding of creation. The Bible consistently teaches that God is the Creator of the heavens and the earth, and that celestial bodies were made for specific purposes, but not as objects of worship or spiritual influence. The rejection of these heretical teachings is essential for maintaining a biblically faithful understanding of creation, sovereignty, and salvation.