A Comparative Study on the Concept of "Bada" in Islam and the Bible

Bada" refers to the alteration of divine conditional judgment by God regarding destinies, which occurs based on specific events, conditions, and factors. This teaching is a significant aspect of Shiite thought and holds a special place in the traditions of the innocents (peace be upon them). It is supported by numerous concrete examples from the Qur'an and Hadiths. While some Sunni groups have criticized Shiites for holding such a belief, this research, conducted through a descriptive-analytical method with a comparative approach and relying on library sources, reveals that the concept of "Bada" has also been mentioned in several instances in the Bible. This indicates that belief in "Bada" is shared among Abrahamic religions. The research further highlights the significance of a hadith from Imam Sadiq (a.s.) regarding "Bada," which has been insufficiently explored in contemporary studies. The purpose of this article is to provide an explanation and substantiate the concept of "Bada."