“If G-d is infinite, why would he He end a relationship? That’s a human move, not a divine one.”
That question stopped me mid-scroll. So much debate. So little clarity. Here’s the simple walk-through.
What does Islam say about Jesus?
Islam’s view The Qur’an calls Jesus (ʿĪsā) a prophet and messenger. That’s written belief, not psychology.
What does Judaism say about prophecy?
Judaism’s view
Prophecy ended with Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi — meaning no new prophets until it returns in the future.
No changing the Torah (Hebrew Bible) — don’t add or subtract.
If it could change, G-d’s wisdom (ability to see the big picture) wouldn’t be eternal.
Rambam: Anyone who permanently changes the law isn’t a true prophet — because truth doesn’t expire.
No intermediaries: Worship/prayer go only to G-d — an infinite Being doesn’t need go-betweens.
Miracles ≠ new laws: Wonders prove nothing if they break Torah.
The test is loyalty, not spectacle. Different texts → different rules. Ready for the big picture?
What makes someone a true prophet?
Who could be a prophet?
Rambam’s bar (jewish law):
Great wisdom, Mastery of character — not ruled by ego or impulse. Not ruled by impulses – inner freedom keeps the message pure.
(Notice: character > charisma.)
How do prophecy and Jewish law work together?
Prophecy vs. Jewish law (why both matter)
Prophecy = revealing Hashem’s (G-d’s) infiniteness, the wide-angle, big picture.
Halacha (jewish law) = hearing G-d step by step, detail by detail.
Both are critical:
Prophecy shows the horizon. Halacha (jewish law) shows the next step.
Will prophecy ever come back?
A door re-opening Rambam teaches prophecy will return when we’re ready. Many see Kabbalah as a first spark of that return. What if the pilot light is already on?
Does G-d ever walk away from us?
The humility of G-d (and divine justice) Saying G-d “ended” His covenant treats Him like a human who gets fed up. But His humility is beyond imagination. He doesn’t abandon. He sustains.
A loving parent would never give a child eternal punishment.
Jeremiah pictures Rachel weeping for her children: “A voice is heard in Ramah… Rachel weeps for her children.” (Jer. 31:14–15)
G-d answers: “Restrain your voice from weeping… there is reward for your work… your children shall return.” (Jer. 31:16–17)
Midrash: Rachel’s selfless mercy was accepted, because she fixed something that she could fix.
What’s happening? What if judgment is rehab, not exile?
So what does all of this mean?
The takeaway:
1. Islam: Jesus is a prophet by Qur’anic revelation.
2. Judaism: Claiming to change Torah (Hebrew Bible) or redirect worship disqualifies prophecy, miracles don’t override this.
3. Prophecy: It paused… but will return.
Learning kabbalah/chassidus is part of the preparation.
4. Compassion: An infinite G-d doesn’t do endless torture; justice aims to repair.
Your turn:
Does a G-d who never abandons change how you see prophecy, and justice?
“If G-d is infinite, why would he He end a relationship? That’s a human move, not a divine one.”
Questions people ask
Would an infinite G-d really end a relationship?
No. Saying G-d ended His covenant treats Him like a human who gets fed up. His humility is beyond imagination — He does not abandon, He sustains. A loving parent would never give a child eternal punishment, and the same is true of an infinite G-d.
Is G-d’s judgment punishment or repair?
Toward repair. An infinite G-d does not do endless torture. Jeremiah pictures Rachel weeping for her children, and G-d answers, “Restrain your voice from weeping… your children shall return.” (Jer. 31:16–17) The Midrash says Rachel’s selfless mercy was accepted because she fixed something she could fix. Judgment reads as rehab, not exile.
Can a prophet change the Torah?
No. The Torah is not to be added to or subtracted from, and if it could change, G-d’s wisdom would not be eternal. Rambam says anyone who permanently changes the law is not a true prophet, because truth does not expire. Worship and prayer also go only to G-d.
Do miracles prove someone is a real prophet?
No. Miracles are not new laws. Wonders prove nothing if they break the Torah, so a sign that arrives alongside a changed law settles nothing. The test is loyalty, not spectacle. Rambam’s bar is great wisdom and mastery of character, not ruled by ego or impulse — character over charisma.
“If G-d is infinite, why would He end a relationship? That’s a human move, not a divine one.”
Explore the NextSelf Blog. Start with this post explaining the world of souls. And my Youtube.
The blog lists all the difference patterns to study, understanding patterns is how one can develop 'Daas' [felt knowing].
Update: As awe, trust, and love deepen, they can allow greater openness and intimacy with the Creator. That intimacy can include sadness when you notice how much more of His goodness can be revealed.