Muhammad
Muhammad was predicted to come in the Gospel of John as the Paraclete, which corresponds to his name meaning 'the admired one'.
Quick answer
The term used in the Gospel of John is 'Paracletos', not 'Periklytos', and it refers to the Holy Spirit, not Muhammad. The context of the passages indicates that the Paraclete is a divine helper sent by Jesus after his ascension, which does not align with the Islamic view of Muhammad.
Full argument
The author of the article incorrectly claims that Jesus used the term 'Periklytos' to refer to Muhammad. In fact, the correct term used in the Gospel of John is 'Paracletos', which is defined as a counselor or advocate, specifically referring to the Holy Spirit. This term is used multiple times in the Gospel, indicating a role of divine assistance and guidance for the apostles after Jesus' ascension. The passages in John 14:16-17, 14:26, 15:26, and 16:7 clearly illustrate that the Paraclete is sent by Jesus and is associated with the Holy Spirit, not a human prophet. Furthermore, the meanings of 'Paracletos' and its related terms emphasize comfort, advocacy, and divine support, which do not correspond to the role of Muhammad as understood in Islam. Therefore, the argument that Muhammad is the Paraclete is based on a misunderstanding of the biblical text and its context.
Key verses
John 14:16bible
And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever - the Spirit of truth.
John 14:26bible
But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things.
John 15:26bible
When the Counselor comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who goes out from the Father, he will testify about me.
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