Guidance for Perceiving Minds — Page 113
GUIDANCE FOR PERCEIVING MINDS فَلَمَّا تَوَفَّيْتَنِي 113 What they were fabricating has been invalidated. Glory be to God who established the truth, nullified falsehood, and revealed what they were concealing. Repent to Allah, O aggressors. To which statement after this do you cling? I do not wish to prolong the research in this brief treatise, as I have written sufficiently. If you wish, you may read my more extensive books in Arabic. However, I would like to enhance your knowledge about the meaning of the name Yüz Asaf which is con- sidered a second name for the one buried in this grave according to the residents of this area and all Christians without exception. Know that it is a Hebrew compound composed of the word Yasū [Jesusas] and the word Asaf; the meaning of Yasū is salvation. It is used for those who have survived accidents and storms. As for the word Asaf, it means the one who gathers together wide- spread groups, and it is the name of the Messiah in the Gospel, as is well known to those with knowledge and experience, and it was 1. But since Thou didst cause me to die (Surah al-Ma'idah, 5:118). [Publisher] 2. It was customary for the Jews to name their children Yasu', meaning salvation, as a matter of optimism and to seek protection from diseases such as smallpox, tooth decay, and measles, fearing their children might die from these frightening illnesses. Likewise, Maryas named her son Yasu', meaning Jesus, hoping he would live and not succumb to small- pox or other diseases. Those who claim that the meaning of Jesus is "the saviour" are liars and charlatans. They conceal the truth, forge lies, mislead people, and deceive them. So, ask the people who speak this language if you are among those who doubt. (Author)