Matthew grew up in in a Muslim country and a muslim family. Faith was part of everything,  from morning prayers to how the family lived each day. “It was just how life was,” he says. “Everyone around me did the same. I never really questioned it.”

He prayed, fasted, and followed every custom he was taught. But even with all that, something always felt missing. “I believed in God,” Matthew says, “but He felt far away. I wanted to know Him, not just follow rules.”

That feeling stayed with him for years,  until one day, a new friend began to change his life.

Matthew met a kind man from a local church who owned a small business nearby. They often talked about work, family, and life. “He never argued about religion,” Matthew remembers. “He just listened. And when he talked about Jesus, it was like he was talking about someone he actually knew.”

Over time, that friend invited Matthew to church. He went quietly, just to see. “I didn’t plan to believe anything,” he says with a laugh. “I just wanted to understand why these people seemed so peaceful.”

During one service, the pastor read a verse that stuck in Matthew’s mind:
‘Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.’ (Matthew 11:28)

“It was like those words were for me,” he says. “I realized I’d been trying so hard to please God, but I never felt peace. I wanted the rest Jesus talked about.”

That night, Matthew prayed for the first time in his own words. “I told God, ‘If Jesus is real, please show me.’”

In the weeks that followed, Matthew says something began to change in him. He felt drawn to read the Bible and talk more with his Christian friends. Slowly, he came to believe that Jesus truly is the Son of God.

“It wasn’t sudden,” he says. “It was like a light turning on, a little bit brighter each day.”

But when his family found out he had become a Christian, things became difficult. “They were angry and hurt,” Matthew says quietly. “They told me not to come home. Since then, we haven’t spoken.”

He still prays for them every day. “I love them,” he says. “I just want them to know the peace I found.”

Over time, Matthew started helping at the church, greeting people, cleaning up, and reading the Bible with new believers. And Church gave him shelter. He began to see how many others in his community were searching for answers just like he once had.

Then, one day, I met him and after atleast 20 meetings, I told him about Global Radio Outreach (GRO), a ministry that shares the message of Jesus through radio and online broadcasts. “As soon as I heard about it, something clicked,” Matthew says. “I thought, That’s how I can reach people like me.”

Matthew had always loved listening to the radio growing up. “Late at night, I’d turn it on and listen to voices from faraway places,” he says. “Now I get to be one of those voices.” He don’t like the fact that radios are gone now-a-days. 

We are meeting almost everyday to train him how to talk and preparing topics to talk. He’s learning how to record, speak clearly, and share messages that answer questions about Jesus in a gentle and respectful way. But he is scared and I understand. I would be crying. That’s a lot of responsibility. 

“I’m not on the air yet,” Matthew says, “but I’m getting ready. I want to tell people that God isn’t far away,  He’s near. You can know Him personally.”

He plans to speak in Bengali, his heart language, and share simple Bible truths with listeners who may be secretly curious about Jesus.

One verse he keeps on his desk gives him courage:
‘Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in.’ (Revelation 3:20)

“That’s what Jesus did for me,” Matthew says. “He knocked, and when I finally opened my heart, He came in.”

Matthew’s family still doesn’t talk to him, but he hasn’t lost hope. “I believe one day, they’ll understand,” he says. “God’s timing is perfect.” And now he has a small income source from my me which eventually given by you GRO family. 

Through Global Radio Outreach, Matthew’s story is becoming a message for others,  proof that God is still reaching hearts in quiet, powerful ways.

As the Bible says:
“Their voice has gone out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world.” (Romans 10:18)

And soon, Matthew’s voice will join that chorus — sharing hope, peace, and the truth of Jesus across our country.

But that’s not what happened.

Right after baptism, I was hit harder than ever. It was like the devil was waiting for me the moment I came out of the water.

And you know what? That’s not strange. Even Jesus went through it. The Bible says:

“Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil.”
—Matthew 4:1

Jesus’ baptism was followed by temptation. Mine was too. I just didn’t see it coming.

Not long after, temptation came in like a flood. Lust filled my mind. I smoked for the first time. I cursed my own life. And in the darkest moments, I even cursed God.

I couldn’t understand. Why would this happen after I gave my life to Him? I thought baptism was supposed to protect me from this.

But the Bible says we are in a real fight:

“We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world.”
—Ephesians 6:12 (CEV)

I was fighting, but I wasn’t ready. I thought I was strong. I thought I could handle it. But I was weaker than I believed.

Living in Fear

My choices started catching up to me. I became afraid, especially for my health. When I went in for a medical checkup, I was sure the results would be bad. I thought my smoking and reckless living had already destroyed me.

But the results surprised me. They came back better than I expected.

That moment shook me. I didn’t deserve mercy, but God gave it to me anyway.

The Bible says:

“If we are not faithful, He will still be faithful, because He cannot deny who He is.”
—2 Timothy 2:13 (NCV)

Even when I turned away from God, He never turned away from me. That truth broke me. Not because I was strong, but because I finally reached the end of myself.

The Breaking

Here’s what I learned: sometimes God lets us fall so we can see we can’t do this on our own.

Before, I was proud. I thought I was a “good man” because I didn’t smoke, didn’t fall into certain sins, and lived clean. But deep inside, my heart was proud. My strength was in myself, not in God.

Jesus once said:

“Those who try to hold on to their lives will give up true life. But those who give up their lives for me will hold on to true life.”
—Matthew 10:39 (NCV)

I had to lose my idea of strength before I could find real life in Him.

The Surrender

I came to the end of myself and finally surrendered. Not with fancy words. Just broken, empty, desperate. I dropped to my knees and gave God everything I had left, which wasn’t much.

And He met me there.

Slowly, He began to rebuild me. He didn’t rebuild me with pride or with the false strength of “being good.” He rebuilt me with His grace.

Paul wrote:

“But the Lord said to me, ‘My grace is enough for you. When you are weak, my power is made perfect in you.’”
—2 Corinthians 12:9 (NCV)

I used to hide my weakness. Now I’ve learned: my weakness is where Christ shows His strength.

Learning God’s Way

God doesn’t always work the way we expect. I thought He would make me stronger by helping me keep my pride. But He broke that pride, because it was in the way.

The prophet Jeremiah talks about how God is like a potter:

“But the jar he was making did not turn out as he had hoped, so the potter crushed it into a lump of clay again and started over.”
—Jeremiah 18:4 (NLT)

That was me. I was the broken jar. But God didn’t throw me away. He started over.

Serving Again

As I surrendered, God gave me new strength. Not strength to boast, but strength to serve.

He opened the door for me to work with the youth. I began giving more of myself than ever before. This time it wasn’t about proving I was a “good man.” It was about showing God’s love and giving back what He had given me.

My life, which felt like it was slipping away, was placed back in His hands. And His hands are safe hands.

Waiting Through the Storm

I actually started writing this story a month ago. But every time I tried to finish, something got in the way. Another storm would rise. Another problem would hit.

Now I understand why. God didn’t want me to write this story halfway through. He wanted me to wait until I could see His work more clearly.

David wrote in the Psalms:

“I waited patiently for the Lord. He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of destruction, out of the sticky mud. He set me on a rock. He made my feet steady.”
—Psalm 40:1–2 (NCV)

God used the waiting time to shape me, to strengthen me, to remind me He was in control.

The Victory

Now I can say this with confidence: the struggle was real, but so is God’s victory.

I used to think strength meant not smoking, not falling, not slipping up. But true strength is not about what I can do. True strength is found in what God does through me.

Yes, the devil attacked me hard after my baptism. Yes, I failed. But God’s grace was greater than my failure. His mercy was stronger than my weakness. His love pulled me back even when I pushed Him away.

The Bible says:

“My dear children, you belong to God, so you have already defeated these false prophets. This is because the One who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.”
—1 John 4:4 (NCV)

That’s the truth I now stand on.

My Final Words

If you’ve been baptized and thought your struggles would end, but instead they got worse, you’re not alone. If you’ve fallen harder than ever before after giving your life to Jesus, you’re not the only one.

Baptism doesn’t end the battle. It declares whose side you’re on. And when you declare for Christ, the enemy takes notice.

But don’t be afraid. You don’t fight alone. God is with you, and He is greater.

The struggle is real. The temptations are real. The breaking is real.

But God’s victory is even more real.

And that’s the story of my life, broken, rebuilt, and held by His grace.

Love,
Gabriel.

We began reading together, starting with the Gospel of Matthew. Neither of us were scholars. But both of us were hungry to learn, about God, about faith, about what these ancient texts still say to people today.

We’ve made it through Matthew chapters 1 to 11 so far. It's been intense. These chapters cover a lot, Jesus’ birth, His baptism, the Sermon on the Mount, miracles, and deep teachings about life, faith, and the Kingdom of Heaven. Every page sparked new questions. Every answer led to more reflection.

We're both committed to finishing the book of Matthew in the few days we have left. Time is short, but the focus is real. 

Reading the Bible with someone from a different culture, background, and belief system has opened my eyes in ways I didn’t expect. This wasn't a planned Bible study. It was just two people, drawn together by curiosity, learning side by side.

That’s the beauty of truth, it meets us wherever we are. Even in a hostel lobby.

Yes — baptized in Pattaya.

I’ve been a Christian for years. My faith has grown through Bible studies, fellowship, and prayer. But I had never taken the public step of baptism. Not because I didn’t believe. I did. But the timing never felt right. Life kept moving. I kept waiting. And then, God surprised me.

A Trip That Turned Into a Spiritual Milestone

When I went to Pattaya, it wasn’t for a baptism. I was there with my Bible friends. We knew about the city's reputation, but we also knew we weren’t going there to join in — we were there to be light. Even still, it felt ironic. This wasn’t the place I imagined making a deep spiritual commitment.

But God’s ways don’t follow our logic.

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. — Isaiah 55:8

One evening, during our time of fellowship and reflection, the idea of baptism came up. It hit my heart in a different way. There was no pressure. No hype. Just a quiet stirring from the Holy Spirit. I knew it was time.

Baptism in a Place No One Expects

We planned it for the beach but eventually did it in a pool. It was simple, honest, and unforgettable. Just a small group of believers, my spiritual family, standing in the middle of a city known for everything but God.

And yet, God was right there.

That moment in the water was powerful. Not because of where I was, but because of where I was. The contrast made it even clearer: God's grace doesn’t avoid broken places. It invades them.

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” — John 1:5

That baptism wasn’t just a public declaration of faith. It was a declaration of truth: God is not limited by location. His power reaches anywhere.

God Doesn’t Wait for Perfect Conditions

If I’ve learned anything, it’s this, God doesn’t wait for things to be clean, quiet, or convenient. He moves in the mess. He works in unexpected places. He meets people where they are and brings transformation on His terms.

Pattaya is known for sex tourism, drinking, and parties, and yet, I saw Jesus there. Not just in my baptism, but in the worship we shared, the fellowship we had, the love that surrounded us. God was active in a place most people write off as spiritually dead.

“Where sin increased, grace increased all the more.” — Romans 5:20

If that doesn’t humble you, nothing will.

You Never Know Where God Will Move

Looking back, I see the beauty in God’s plan. I thought I needed a peaceful retreat or a quiet church altar to take this step. Instead, God chose a place known for everything opposite, and turned it into holy ground.

Why? Because He can.

That’s the point of grace. It doesn’t wait. It doesn’t ask for permission. It shows up, even in the heart of darkness, and does what only God can do.

My baptism in Pattaya taught me something I’ll never forget:

You never know where God will lead you, or how He’ll work when you get there.

And maybe that’s exactly how it should be. Because then, it’s undeniably His doing. Not ours.

“The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going.” — John 3:8

That’s the Spirit. That’s God.

And that’s my story.

We want to build a safe place, a home, for young people who were rejected by their families because they accepted Jesus. These young believers are often left alone, with nowhere to go. Some are scared, hungry, and heartbroken. But even in the pain, they still follow Jesus. That is true faith.

Right now, we don’t have a shelter yet. We don’t have money or land. But we have something important: faith and a burden in our hearts. We are meeting with churches, talking to believers, sharing the idea with anyone who will listen. Some say it’s too big. But we know God can do big things with small people.

We see this story in the Bible too.
Joseph was rejected by his brothers because of his dream, but God had a plan (Genesis 37).
David was forgotten by his family, but God chose him to be king (1 Samuel 16).
And Jesus Himself, His own people didn’t accept Him. But He never gave up (John 1:11).

We believe God is calling us to do something like this. To be a family to those who lost their own. To give food, shelter, love, and hope to the ones who feel alone. Just like Jesus said: “Whatever you did for one of the least of these, you did for me” (Matthew 25:40).

We don’t know how or when, but we are trusting God step by step. If He wants this to happen, He will open the way.

This is only the beginning.
Please pray for us.
And if God touches your heart, maybe you can help too, Someday soon!

Good bless, 
Gabriel 

As a writer on facebook, I often get asked for freelance writing opportunities, but most of the time, I’m unable to assist. It’s not that I don’t care, but the circumstances rarely align for me to offer meaningful help. This time, however, was different. There was a call in my heart, a strong urge that I couldn’t ignore. I needed to help this lady, no matter the cost. Why I felt this way, I had no idea.

I had no freelance work available to give her, but I still wanted to help. After some thought, I asked her, “Would you be interested in writing Bengali articles for our website?” Note: I get some money from you guys and most of it goes for rent and medicine. But still I wanted to share it with her. Why? I don't know.

I explained that the website she’d be writing for was a Bible-focused platform run by Global Radio Outreach. She was a Muslim lady and agreed to the work, though her enthusiasm was understandably reserved. She admitted she wasn’t excited about learning Christian content, as she had no prior knowledge of the Bible or Christianity. Still, she accepted the challenge.

To help her get started, I suggested she spend two weeks studying the Bible and familiarizing herself with the basics of Christianity. Surprisingly, she agreed. Over those two weeks, she diligently read and began to develop a good understanding of the material.

Today, as we discussed her religious thoughts, she opened up about her struggles. She described herself as a confused Muslim who believed in God but felt lost. Her words resonated deeply with me, reminding me of my own journey when I struggled with faith. I saw a reflection of my past in her confusion and search for truth.

As our conversation deepened, I shared the story from Luke 23:32-43, where Jesus was crucified alongside two thieves. I explained how one of the thieves, despite his sins, acknowledged Jesus and was assured a place in heaven. Her reaction was profound. She was overwhelmed and said, “That should be God. That sounds and feels like God!”

Her response was genuine and heartfelt. It was a moment of clarity for her, a connection that seemed to spark something deep within. From that moment on, she was ready to take the next step. She officially started writing for AlorDisha.com alongside me from day before yesterday. Her journey with the Bible didn’t stop there; she also expressed her willingness to join the Bible community in our country, a group that operates in secrecy due to the risks involved.

Reflecting on the beginning of this story, I realize how miraculous the journey has been. I had no prior knowledge about her and certainly didn’t anticipate the risks involved in sharing my faith. Where I live, speaking openly about Christianity can be life-threatening. Yet, I felt compelled to go beyond all risks and financial constraints. I followed my heart, and it led to something extraordinary.

Today, we have another soul who has embraced the truth of Christ. She has started a new chapter in her life, not just as a writer but as someone who is learning about the love and salvation offered by Yashua. This journey has been a testament to the power of faith, compassion, and courage.

Thanks to Jesus, another life has been touched and transformed. And as I reflect on this experience, I am reminded that sometimes, all it takes is a simple step of faith to make a profound difference in someone’s life.

Moral: This story teaches the value of compassion, faith, and courage. It shows that by following the call of our hearts, we can create meaningful change in someone’s life, even when it involves personal risk. Sharing faith with love and understanding can lead to transformation. It emphasizes the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones to help others and trusting in God’s plan. Ultimately, it reminds us that even the smallest acts of kindness can have a lasting, eternal impact.

A Prayer Before the Journey  

As the date of my departure approached, I felt a mixture of anticipation and fear. Traveling for medical treatment is never easy, especially when the destination is unfamiliar. The uncertainty weighed heavily on me.  

The night before leaving, I knelt in prayer, pouring my heart out to God:  

"Oh LORD, make this journey safe, smooth, and easy."

With those words, I surrendered my worries to Him. I believed that if God was with me, He would pave the way—even in ways I could not imagine.  

An Unexpected Companion  

The atmosphere at the airport was bustling with activity, yet I felt a sense of calm. After boarding the plane and settling into my seat, I offered another prayer for safety. Moments later, I noticed the woman seated next to me. She looked kind and professional, and as we exchanged polite greetings, I discovered something extraordinary—she was a nephrologist, a kidney specialist.  

This was no coincidence. God had placed a doctor with expertise in the very condition I was battling right by my side. She wasn’t just a fellow traveler; she became my guide, advisor, and even a friend during the journey.  

 A Guiding Light in the Unknown  

From the moment we began talking, the nephrologist offered invaluable advice. She shared insights about navigating the medical system, recommended trusted specialists, and explained treatment options that I hadn’t considered before.  

Upon landing, she went above and beyond to assist me. She guided me through unfamiliar processes, ensuring that I wouldn’t feel lost. Her presence turned what could have been a stressful experience into a smooth and effortless one.  

Looking back, I realized that God had answered my prayer even before I uttered it. He knew my needs and orchestrated events to ensure that I had the right person beside me at the right time.  

Signs of God’s Grace  

As the plane approached our destination, the first rays of sunlight illuminated the horizon. The view from the window was breathtaking—a vivid blend of orange, pink, and gold stretching across the sky. It felt like a reminder from God, a sign of His grace shining over my path.  

Noticing my awe, the nephrologist offered to take photos for me. Each image captured not just the beauty of the rising sun but also the hope and renewal I felt in my heart. It was as if God was telling me, "This is a new beginning. Trust in Me."

Lessons Learned Along the Way  

That journey taught me several profound lessons about faith, trust, and God’s timing:  

1. God Knows Our Needs Before We Do: My prayer for a smooth journey was answered in ways I could never predict. God didn’t just ensure my safety; He provided guidance through someone who deeply understood my condition.  

2. When We Trust, God Makes a Way: The overwhelming aspects of my trip were replaced by ease because I had placed God at the center of my plans.  

3. Blessings Are Everywhere: From the companionship of the nephrologist to the beauty of the sunrise, God’s blessings were abundant throughout the journey.  

4. God’s Plans Are Perfect: Even when we don’t see the bigger picture, God is working behind the scenes, aligning circumstances for our good.  

 Embracing the Journey Ahead  

Arriving at my destination felt like stepping into a new chapter of life. The journey that began with apprehension was now filled with hope and purpose. I knew that my battle with kidney disease wasn’t over, but I also knew that I wasn’t alone. God had shown me that He is always present, guiding and protecting me every step of the way.  

In the days that followed, I explored treatment options and sought medical care with a renewed sense of determination. Every decision was made with the confidence that God’s hand was in it.  

 Gratitude for His Blessings  

As I reflect on this experience, my heart is filled with gratitude—not just for the physical journey but for the spiritual one as well. I’ve come to understand that placing God at the start of anything ensures that everything else falls into place.  

Life’s challenges may be inevitable, but so are God’s blessings. They often come in ways we least expect, reminding us that He is always in control.  

 A Message of Hope  

To anyone facing a difficult journey, I want to share this: trust in God. Pray sincerely, and He will answer in His perfect way and timing. His blessings are real and abundant, and His love knows no limits.  

For me, this journey was not just about seeking medical treatment—it was a journey of faith, renewal, and trust in the Creator who makes all things possible.  

*Written by Gabriel, 

 Is it funny? I don’t know. Interesting, for sure. I used to be an anti-Christian. And, to be very honest, so-called preachers were responsible for this. They used to come and give Bible and leave. They were acting crazy. This kind of act doesn’t really work in a Muslim country. I thought these people were crazy.

Now I am a preacher for Christ. My way of preaching Jesus is different. I make friends. I talk about God. I talk about the similarities between Jesus and both religions, and then I hit the button where we should know why Jesus is God. It makes sense, right? The moral is that you have to make friends and find your own space with the other person. No debate; pure thoughtful talks.

Life took me to another Muslim country, where I visited a coastal village. Everyone was Muslim there. My God, they were remote, backdated, and lovely. There were lots of youth to meet, and we made amazing friendships. Shared the gospel, and many people had a positive response. We bought a few Bibles and went to the village. The idea was to give it to whoever we talked to, but I never thought giving a Bible to someone would change my life.

I mean it. Growing up as a Muslim kid, I was awfully ill-informed about God, and I wanted someone to help. Nine years ago, a friend of mine gave me a Bible. I saw the smile on his face. I never thought someone would be this happy to give me something.

But now I know. We were all packed to leave, and I asked one of my friends from that village to come meet me for the last time. He said he just woke up, and we were ready to take the vehicle to leave. But he said, I am coming no matter what. I gave him a Bible and told him to read it, and I hugged him. He was looking at the book and said, “I am a Muslim." I replied, Yes, it’s Torah and Enjiel. Read it. He liked the approach.

When he left, he said, “Thanks for the book." I was stunned and had tears in my eyes. I mean, that was just too sweet, and some random sinner like me doing this godly work was such an amazing feeling. I bowed down to God and thanked him for choosing me. I shared this story with Michael Bond, and he said, They are now your disciples; take care of them.

Now, that was way too much for me. I was overwhelmed and full of joy. Am I doing something in life? Am I the chosen one? Jesus indeed chose a Muslim (ex-Muslim) to reach Muslims for him.

Life is unpredictable, like Jesus’s second coming. You never know what is happening. You can be anty Christian yesterday and pro-Christian the next day. It’s his choice. 

These caves are found in the valley that lies between the northwest of the Muradar Sea and Jerusalem. Local residents call it "Wadi-i-Qumran". This valley was once inhabited by those people who hid this literature in these caves. Those people are called the "people of Qumran", and these scrolls are called the "scrolls of Qumran".

The story of the scrolls

The term Dead Sea Scrolls is used for the documents that were discovered in the caves on the western shore of the Dead Sea in 1947 and later. History bears witness that Origen of Alexandria, a third-century Christian patriarch, used certain manuscripts found in a jar near Jericho. Another testimony is that Timothy I, a Nestorian patriarch of Baghdad, wrote in 800 AD. wrote to Archbishop Sargis of near Elam that he had been told by a resident of Jerusalem that an Arab hunter's dog had entered a cave near Jericho. When the dog did not return, he entered it himself. A large number of scrolls were found there. He informed some of the Jewish scholars of Jerusalem about them, and they came and took away many scrolls, most of which contained Old Testament books. These scrolls are believed to have belonged to a people called the "Assini". In this area, when the excavation work started in 1950 AD, the ruins of a big building were also discovered. In it, traces of pottery, cloth making, and dyeing were also found. In addition to this, Dhobi Ghat, Nargarish Gah, and a seventy feet long hall were also discovered, in one corner of which there were around a hundred food utensils. In the room adjacent to the hall, around 1,000 food and drink utensils were found. It gives a sense that the people who lived here lived like a community. The writings and rules discovered here are closely related to the rules of such a sect, and these two lived there from the 2nd century BC to the 1st century AD. Although the scrolls had existed in these caves for centuries, before 1948 the world had no idea what a revolution it would bring about the biblical text.

In the spring of 1948, three Arab shepherds were grazing their sheep in this area. A shepherd lost his sheep, so he reached a cave in search of it. The shepherd boy named Muhammad Azib threw a stone inside the cave, and he heard the sound of a vessel breaking. Because the boy was young and it was getting evening, so he went back. After a few days, the boy went down inside the cave hoping to find some treasure. He found there some jars about ten inches wide and twenty-five to twenty-nine inches high. However, a Syriac Orthodox Christian from Bethlehem who was a cloth merchant agreed to sell the scrolls. They bought about four or five scrolls for twenty-four pounds, and other scrolls were bought by an antiquarian for seven pounds, which later reached the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. This monastery was located in the part of Jerusalem that was later occupied by the Arabs. The archbishop immediately recognized that these ancient manuscripts were in Hebrew, but he could not determine whether they were manuscripts.

In July 1948, Archbishop Samuel established a connection with an institution called the Bible Seminary in Jerusalem, where great work was being done on the study of the Bible and archaeology. Having come to give, the monk came into the house to look at these ancient manuscripts. He identified a manuscript and said that it is the Hebrew text of the book of the prophet Isaiah, which is very ancient, but another scholar of the Madrasa Bible disagreed with him. Professor Plow didn't pay much attention to him either.

By the end of November of that year, the scrolls, along with the jars in which they were discovered, had been purchased by an antiquities dealer, Al-Ezer, a professor in the Department of Palestinian Archaeology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Suknik bought it for the university. Until then he was completely unaware of the scrolls being held by the Syriac Orthodox monastery. In the same year, Prof. Suknik also bought another copy for which the president of the Hebrew University, Dr. Yehudah L. Magnus promptly provided the funds, and Professor Suknik's assistant, Professor Babberkrot, undertook the delicate and important task of opening the manuscripts.

In January 1947, Professor Suknik and the Syrians met at the YMCA in Jerusalem, in which the professor was allowed to borrow the monastery's scrolls for a few days. On February 6, 1948, he returned the scrolls, one of which was the Hebrew text of the Book of Isaiah, part of which he had copied for interest. After that, another meeting was arranged in which the presence of Archbishop Samuel and the President of the University was necessary so that this meeting could not take place due to some unfavorable circumstances after the transaction of the scrolls.

On February 18, 1948, the acting director of the American School of Oztel Research in Jerusalem, John C. Trevor was informed on the phone by Father Patras Somi of the monastery that he should dig up the ancient manuscripts to see what they were. The next day, Father Somi wrapped up the five and brought them to him. Trevor recognized that one of the scrolls contained the scriptures of the prophet Isaiah in Hebrew. He asked Archbishop Samuel for permission to bring the scrolls to the American School and photograph them.

On February 21, 1947, these scrolls were brought to the school. Some pictures of the scroll of the prophet Isaiah were taken by John Hopkins University Baltimore professor W. Sent by airmail to F. Albright. He wrote in a happy reply letter that this is the book of Prophet Jesus, which is related to 100 BC. This discovery was very important because the oldest manuscripts available up to that time only belonged to the 10th century AD, but with this discovery it became possible to access the Hebrew text that is almost two thousand years old.

Archbishop Samuel was so impressed by this revelation that within a week he moved the scrolls to a safe place outside, which was a legal offense to export without permission from the Department of Antiquities.

In May 1948, when the British rule ended in Palestine, the present independent state of Israel came into being. When the meeting of the Israeli Assembly was provided, Prof. Sokinak framed at each member's seat a copy of Isaiah chapter 40 that he had copied from the Syriac monastery manuscript. On this occasion, these words of Isaiah chapter 40, "Comfort, you comfort my people" will seem very meaningless to the Jews.

Due to the Arab-Israeli conflict, no scientific work could be done in it, however, during February 15 to March 5, 1948, further excavation was done in the cave from which these scrolls were discovered. This work was done by Lancaster Harroding of the Department of Antiquities of the Government of Jordan and Madrasah Bible. De Vu performed. He took the books of the Bible from there; Discovered hundreds of chapters of Abakrfa and some other books.

In 1949, Archbishop Samuel went to America with these precious manuscripts, where he entrusted them to the headquarters of the American School of Oznetal Research in Jerusalem and Baghdad (located in the United States) for the purpose of printing them. This work by Dr. Trevor and Dr. W. In the next few years, H. Brown-Lee did the work. Finally, the Israeli government bought the scroll from the Syrians for two and a half million US dollars on February 13, 1955, through General Lagael Yadan, son of Prof. The Israeli Prime Minister at that time announced that all these copies should be kept in a special room of the Al-Ajjaib house, which will be called the Temple of the Book. Between 1951 and 1954 CE, many valuable manuscripts were discovered during the excavation of "Khirbat-i-Qumran" (Ruins of Qumran).

In 1952 AD, 40,000 pieces of about 400 scrolls were discovered from Cave No. 4. At that time, the Jordanian government set the price of one square inch at one pound. By which such shepherds became quite rich who used to search for these things. These literary gems were discovered from eleven similar caves. Today, except for the book of Esther of the ancient Hebrew era, there are copies of all the books that have been discovered from Qumran and they belong to the era of the second century BC to the first century AD.

Determining the age of the scrolls of the Qumran Sea is not a mental innovation but has been scientifically based on the following three aspects:

1.     Chronological order of the alphabet: The style in which letters in Hebrew or other languages are written in these scrolls, experts believe that it is the style of the second century BC to the first century AD. Dr. Albright supports this idea. B. Pottery: Experts also estimate from the history of pottery that the vessels used by this sect and the jars in which the scrolls were preserved are also related to the period of the second century BC to the first century AD. C. Linen: Experts have also worked on the linen pieces in which these scrolls were wrapped on a scientific basis. According to this analysis, these scrolls belong to the period from the second century BC to the first century AD.

Identification of early scrolls:

Some of the earliest scrolls of early discovery are as follows:

A. The Scrolls of the Suryani Monastery:

The scrolls were bought and later sold by the Syrian Archbishop Samuel of Jerusalem for the monastery; they were four in number.

1.     Scroll of Isaiah: The complete scroll of the scriptures of Prophet Isaiah is written on twenty-seven sheets of leather and which are sewn together. This scroll is twenty-four feet long and about ten inches wide. It is also called the Scroll of St. Mark Isaiah. A copy of this scroll is in Faith Theological Seminary Gujranwala and another copy is in the museum of Pakistan Bible Society Lahore.

2.     Book of Discipline: This scroll is about six feet long and nine and a half feet wide. It contains the rules and regulations of the Asini sect living in that area.

3.     Commentary on Habakkuk: This scroll is a commentary on the first two chapters of the Prophet Habakkuk's scriptures in Hebrew. This leather scroll is about five feet long and six inches wide.

4.     Apocrypha of the book of Genesis: This scroll is nine feet long and one and a half inches wide, it is a few chapters of the book of Genesis in the Aramaic language. It contains some additional information about Lamech, Enoch, Noah, and Abraham.

B. Scrolls of the Hebrew University:

The scrolls purchased by Prof. Sokinak for the Hebrew University of Jerusalem are as follows:

1.     Second Scroll of Isaiah: This is another scroll from the book of Isaiah. Its first thirty-seven chapters are not in good condition, but chapters 38 to 66 are in good condition.

2.     The War of the Children of Light against the Children of Darkness: This scroll is a guide for the Holy War for the Children of Light. It is nine and a half feet long and six inches wide.

3.     Psalms of Thanksgiving: This scroll contains psalms that the Essene sect used in their worship. Today, these seven early scrolls are housed in the Jerusalem Museum.

The literature of Durbin al-Ahedin, which includes the Hebrew List of Priest, the Greek Septuagint translation, the Aramaic Targum, the Old Testament Apocrypha, apocryphal works, and many scrolls from Qumran, has provided indisputable testimony to the authenticity, authenticity, and soundness of the Holy Bible. Because of this literature, understanding of the current text of the Holy Bible is very helpful. As a whole, when we consider the history of the Old Testament, we are forced to conclude that God is a God who intervenes in the lives of nations and people. It is He who changes times and eras, He deposes and establishes kings. (Daniel 12:2 A) Reading the history of the Bible and the history of the world shows that kingdoms, nations, and kingdoms arose and became a part of the past with the passage of time. In all these historical situations, and especially in the historical events of the Bible, God Almighty was evident to the world that man is in a state of complete decline. Biblical history is actually the story of man being depraved and God loving him. Thanks to this love, when the time was fulfilled, God sent his son. From the birth of the Lord Christ, historically we enter the modern era.