Muslims often claim that the Bible has been corrupted and cannot be trusted as a reliable source of God's revelation.

The claim that the Bible has been corrupted is often based on misunderstandings of textual transmission and the nature of ancient manuscripts. Scholars have access to thousands of manuscripts of the New Testament, some dating back to the second century, which show a remarkable consistency in the core message of the text. Furthermore, the early church fathers quoted the New Testament extensively, allowing us to reconstruct much of it even if all manuscripts were lost. This historical evidence supports the notion that the Bible has been preserved accurately over time. Moreover, the assertion of corruption often overlooks the fact that the Quran itself acknowledges the existence of previous revelations, including the Torah and the Gospel. If these texts were indeed corrupted, it raises the question of how the Quran can claim to confirm them. The Quran states, 'And We sent down the Scripture to you with the truth, confirming the Scripture that came before it and as a criterion over it' (Quran 5:48). This implies a recognition of the validity of the Bible. Finally, the consistency of biblical teachings across various manuscripts and translations further supports the argument that the Bible remains a reliable source of divine revelation. The core tenets of Christianity, such as the divinity of Christ and the message of salvation, have remained unchanged despite translations and interpretations. This stability in doctrine over centuries is a testament to the Bible's integrity and divine preservation.