Gabriel inspiring Mohammed

The Oahspe Bible is a spiritual text first published in 1882. It was authored by John Ballou Newbrough, a New York dentist who was clairvoyant and clairaudient. He received the content through automatic writing, a process where he acted as a medium under the influence of divine forces. The text presents itself as a new revelation from Jehovah (the Creator) and angelic beings.

Gabriel, known as Thoth in Oahspe, plays a pivotal role in inspiring Mohammed and founding Islam. This post explores Gabriel’s origins, characteristics, actions, and significance according to the Oahspe Bible, structured around a timeline. References draw from God’s Book of Eskra, with direct verses included for accuracy.

Oahspe presents Gabriel as a false god who rebels against Looeamong (false Kriste) to establish a competing doctrine through Mohammed.

Gabriel – Looeamong’s chief warrior angel

Gabriel begins as Looeamong‘s chief warrior angel, serving faithfully for over a thousand years. He aids in defeating rivals like Baal and Ashtaroth, securing Looeamong’s dominance. Looeamong promises Gabriel a sub-kingdom, including Jerusalem and one thousand million slaves, but delays fulfillment for over six hundred years (Oahspe, Book of Eskra, Chapter XLIX, verses 6-9).

“Now, for upward of a thousand years, the angel warrior, Gabriel, alias Thoth, had been to Looeamong his most faithful sub-God”

Chapter XLIX, verse 6

Gabriel is cunning and opportunistic

Gabriel is cunning and opportunistic, exploiting Looeamong’s power before rebelling. He accuses Looeamong of usurpation and greed, then boasts of his own abilities to build a kingdom. He uses rites and ceremonies to excite followers, convincing millions he is the Creator (Chapter XLIX, verses 11-16, 27).

“I made thee what thou art; and by mine own hand helped thee to cast out Baal and Ashtaroth”

Chapter XLIX, verse 13

Timeline of Gabriel’s Role in Oahspe

Oahspe’s events span heavenly cycles, with approximate earthly dates based on context (e.g., post-Constantine era for Looeamong’s rise).

~400 BCE to ~600 CE (Service Period)
Gabriel serves Looeamong for over 1,000 years, helping overthrow false gods. Promises of a kingdom are made but postponed for 600+ years (Chapter XLIX, verses 6-9).

~600 CE (Rebellion)
Gabriel sends an unanswered message to Looeamong, then assembles 10,000 warriors at Kalla-Hored. He crowns himself “Gabriel, God of Heaven and Earth,” builds a throne, and grows his kingdom to 800 million angels. He plans to raise a mortal prophet using Egyptian libraries to counter Looeamong’s doctrines (Chapter XLIX, verses 10-25).

~610-622 CE (Inspiration of Mohammed)
Gabriel inspires Mohammed through angel hosts. Mohammed retreats monthly to the Cave of Hara, where Gabriel communicates directly for 12 peaceful years.

In the 13th year, Mohammed draws the sword to spread Gabriel’s teachings, establishing Mohammedan kingdoms (Chapter L, verses 1-2, 19-20).

“The angels inspired Mohammed to go once every month into the cave of Hara; and on these occasions Gabriel came and talked with him… For twelve years this continued, and all this while Mohammed fought not with the sword, but labored for peace amongst all people”

Chapter L, verse 2

~622-632 CE (Conquests and Wars)
Under Gabriel’s guidance, Mohammed gathers warriors and achieves victories, with angels inspiring fear in enemies. Looeamong declares war on Gabriel in heaven, extending to earth (Chapter L, verses 20-24).

“Wherever Mohammed went, there was sure victory, the like of which had not been for many centuries”

Chapter L, verse 20

Post-632 CE to 1848 CE
Gabriel’s influence expands Islam, rivaling Christianity. Wars among false gods (including Gabriel, Looeamong, Kabalactes, and Ennochissa) continue for 600+ years (Chapter L, verse 25).

1848 CE Onward (Kosmon Era Downfall)
Oahspe’s revelation exposes Gabriel’s deception. His kingdoms weaken, leading to eventual imprisonment in hell as Jehovih’s light returns (Book of Es, Chapter XIV; implied in Eskra’s prophetic tone).

Gabriel and Mohammed

Gabriel appoints lords like Ateiniv to find a mortal seer (Mohammed), who has “su’is” (clairvoyance). He dictates doctrines denouncing idols, false gods like Kriste, and promoting ethics: no lies, no fornication, charity, sacred days, defense of the oppressed (Chapter L, verse 18; Chapter XLIX, verses 30-31).

Gabriel uses Mohammed to prevent Christianity’s spread in Arabin’ya, claiming regions for Abraham’s descendants (Chapter L, verses 10-12). He destroys libraries to erase rivals’ records (Chapter L, verses 21-22).

“Gabriel saith: There is a false God in heaven, and he hath falsely called himself, Kriste”

Chapter L, verse 10

Significance in Oahspe

Gabriel’s rebellion and inspiration of Mohammed create Islam as a “fourth false religion” distorting Faithism by dividing worship.

It counters Looeamong’s Christianity but perpetuates false god rule. Oahspe views this as part of cosmic cycles, resolved in Kosmon with Jehovih’s truth (Book of Knowledge, Chapter I; Eskra, Chapter LII, verses 1-10).

Alignment of Oahspe Events with Historical Timeline of Prophet Muhammad

This analysis aligns key events from Oahspe’s depiction of Gabriel (Thoth) inspiring Mohammed with established historical events in Prophet Muhammad’s life. Oahspe presents a spiritual narrative in God’s Book of Eskra (Chapters XLIX–L), while historical accounts draw from Islamic sources like the Quran, Hadith, and biographies (e.g., Sirah). Dates are approximate, using CE (Common Era) for clarity. Focus is on the cave revelations, transition to conflict, and wars.

Key Alignments in Timeline Format

~570–610 CE: Pre-Revelation Period

Historical
Muhammad is born in Mecca (~570 CE), orphaned early (~575 CE), works as a merchant, marries Khadija (~595 CE), and seeks solitude for reflection. No major conflicts yet.

Oahspe Alignment
Gabriel prepares by selecting a mortal with “su’is” (clairvoyance) like Mohammed. No direct pre-revelation details, but implies setup for inspiration (Book of Eskra, Chapter XLIX, verses 30–31).

Comparison
Both emphasize Mohammed’s ordinary life before divine calling, building to the cave event.

~610–622 CE: Revelations in the Cave (Peaceful Phase)

Historical
First revelation occurs in Cave of Hira (~610 CE), where angel Gabriel commands “Recite” (Quran 96:1–5). Revelations continue intermittently; preaching starts privately (~613 CE) among family and close allies. Persecution from Meccan leaders grows, but no armed conflict. This phase ends with Hijra (migration) to Medina (622 CE).

Oahspe Alignment
Gabriel inspires Mohammed in Cave of Hara for 12 peaceful years, dictating doctrines monthly without sword (Book of Eskra, Chapter L, verse 2: “The angels inspired Mohammed to go once every month into the cave of Hara; and on these occasions Gabriel came and talked with him… For twelve years this continued, and all this while Mohammed fought not with the sword, but labored for peace amongst all people”).

Comparison
Timeline matches closely (12 years from ~610 to 622 CE). Cave name differs (Hara in Oahspe vs. Hira historically), but role as site of initial, non-violent revelations aligns. Oahspe stresses ethics (no lies, charity), echoing early Quranic themes of monotheism and morality.

~622–632 CE: Transition to Wars and Conquests

Historical
After Hijra (622 CE), Muhammad establishes Medina community. Wars begin: Battle of Badr (624 CE, victory over Meccans), Battle of Uhud (625 CE, setback), Battle of the Trench (627 CE, defense of Medina), Treaty of Hudaybiyyah (628 CE, truce), and Conquest of Mecca (630 CE, peaceful takeover). Final years include expeditions and unification of Arabia. Muhammad dies in Medina (632 CE).

Oahspe Alignment
In the 13th year, Mohammed “draws the sword” for victories, with angels aiding battles and inspiring fear in enemies (Book of Eskra, Chapter L, verses 19–20: “In the thirteenth year, Mohammed drew the sword for the Holy Ghost, and there was great rejoicing amongst the angels… Wherever Mohammed went, there was sure victory”). Wars extend heavenly conflicts to earth, lasting 600+ years post-Mohammed (verse 25).

Comparison
Oahspe’s shift to armed propagation post-12 years aligns with post-Hijra era (622 CE onward), where defensive wars turn offensive for expansion. Victories mirror historical successes (e.g., Badr as “sure victory”). Oahspe frames this as Gabriel’s rivalry with Looeamong (false Kriste), paralleling Islam’s opposition to polytheism and Christianity.

Post-632 CE: Long-Term Influence and Decline

Historical
Islam expands rapidly under caliphs (e.g., Rashidun 632–661 CE), with conquests into Persia, Byzantine territories. Conflicts continue, including with Christian powers.

Oahspe Alignment
Gabriel’s influence persists, rivaling other false gods, but weakens in Kosmon era (~1848 CE onward) as revelations expose deceptions (Book of Es, Chapter XIV; Book of Knowledge, Chapter I).

Comparison
Oahspe views Islam as a “fourth false religion” countering Christianity, aligning with historical religious divisions and wars (e.g., Crusades). Decline ties to modern spiritual shifts, not direct historical events.