Objection: Islamic apologists argue that Jesus' promise of the "Comforter" (or "Counsellor") is a prophecy of Muhammad. They often claim the original Greek word was Periklutos ("the praised one," matching Muhammad's name) rather than Parakletos.

Christian Defense: Jesus was unequivocally prophesying the coming of the Holy Spirit, not Muhammad. This is demonstrated by the text itself:

• Manuscript Evidence: There is no manuscript evidence for the word Periklutos. The Greek word is Parakletos (Comforter/Advocate), the exact title used for Jesus Himself in 1 John 2:1. Thus, Jesus promised "another" Comforter of the same spiritual nature.
• Given to the Disciples: Jesus promised the Comforter to His immediate disciples ("He will give you"). He also said the Comforter would be with them "forever," whereas Muhammad died in 632 AD and is buried in Medina.
• A Spiritual Entity: Jesus describes the Comforter as the "Spirit of truth" whom the world cannot receive or see. Furthermore, Jesus said, "You know him, for he dwells with you, and will be in you" (John 14:17). Muhammad was a mortal man, did not dwell with the apostles, and could not dwell "in" them.
• Glorifying Jesus: The Comforter's purpose is to glorify Jesus (John 16:14), bear witness to Him, and remind the disciples of Jesus' words. Muhammad drew attention to himself and contradicted Jesus' core teachings.
• Fulfilled at Pentecost: Jesus instructed His disciples to wait in Jerusalem for this promise. The Holy Spirit visibly and powerfully descended upon them ten days after the Ascension (Acts 2), completely fulfilling this prophecy.