Muslims argue that the Epistle of 2 Peter is a forgery and not written by the Apostle Peter.

The authorship of 2 Peter has been a topic of significant debate, with many liberal scholars questioning its legitimacy. However, the letter itself asserts that it was written by 'Simon Peter, a bond-servant and apostle of Jesus Christ.' The use of the Hebrew form 'Simeon' rather than the more common Greek form strengthens the claim of authenticity, as a forger would likely choose a more recognizable name. Furthermore, the author references Christ's prediction of his death, which aligns with Peter's unique position among the apostles. Additionally, the claim of having witnessed the Transfiguration, an event only seen by a select few, further supports the argument for Petrine authorship. The letter also refers to an earlier correspondence, 1 Peter, which ties the two letters together and reinforces the claim of a singular authorial voice throughout these texts.