How does Islam compare to Christianity?

Answer 1

Answer 1:No but they have some close beliefs e.g Christians believe that Jesus is the son of God. Muslims believe that Jesus was Gods prophet and they believe his name was Prophet Isa. Answer 2:No, Islam and Christianity differ in fundamental beliefs even though both believe that God is ONE, there is afterlife in heaven or hell.

The following beliefs make Christianity differ from Islam:

• Christians believe that Jesus is the Son of God as claimed by Jesus (Luke 22:70, John 5:25, John 9:35-38, John 10:36, John 11:4, Rev 2:18) and as written in the New Testament ( ~40 references). Islam denies Jesus as the Son of God. This denial might be due to the wrong understanding of the meaning of the Son of God. Bible never reveals Jesus as a Son through sexual process as Quran understands (Surah 6:101).
• Christianity believes that Jesus is God who came in the flesh (John 1:1,14, Isa 9:6, 1Tim 3:16, Tit 2:13, Heb 1:8, John 14:7). Islam believes that Jesus is just a regular human prophet.
• Believing in the death of Jesus for the forgiveness of human's sins is the main teaching of Christianity. God told His prophets Isaiah and Daniel that Messiah would die for sins of others (Isaiah 53:5,8,11-12; Dan 9:24-26). Jesus announced His death before He went to cross to die for sinner (Mat 20:17-19, Mar 10:45, Joh 10:14-15 , Joh 10:17-18 , Luk 9:22, Mat 26:28, ..) and proved His death after the resurrection (Luk 24:39, Joh 20:27) in the 1st Century. According to Islam, which started in 7th Century, Jesus did not die. Allah deceived people as Allah is the best of deceivers to make people think that Jesus died (Surah 3:54, 4:157-158).
• Christianity teaches to love even the enemies (Mat 5:44) and do not allow killing. Jesus and His disciples are best examples for this teaching. Islam allows killing (9:29). Muhammad and his followers are best examples for this teaching.
• Biblical Christianity does not have a directional worship. Islam require everyone turn towards Kaaba where a Black stone is situated when praying.
• Bible teaches God prepared Hell for the devil and his angels (Matt 25:41). Quran teaches Allah prepared hell for humans (Surah 2:24).
• Christianity believes God created man in His image to have fellowship with mankind (Gen 1:26, Exo 25:8, 2Cor 6:16, Rev 21:3). Islam believes Allah created many men for hell (Surah 7:179) and as fuel for hell (Surah 2:24).
• Christianity does not teach a heaven of sexual nature but presence of God is promised (John 14:3, Rev 21:3). Islam teaches a heaven of sexual nature (Virgins - Surah 52:20, 55:56, 78:31, 37:40-48, 44:51-55) and young boys -52:24, 56:17, 76:19) and with lot of wine (47:15, 37:40-48, 56:7-40, 83: 23-26). Allah is not seen in heaven.
• Christianity teaches that God wants all people to be saved from hell (2Pet 3:9). Islam teaches that Allah guides people to hell (Surah 4:168-169).
• Christianity teaches that God is love (1John 4:16, John 3:16). Allah even out of his 99 names no name means love. The closest name is one which means friendly.
• God's example is His Son Jesus who is Sinless (1Pet 2:21, 1John 3:5) and did not kill anyone. Allah's example to the mankind is Mohammad who is a sinner (40:55, 47:19, 48:2) and led many wars and killed innocents like in Kaibar Jewish community.
• Christianity teaches men to love their wives and do not allow beating (Eph 5:25, Col 3:19). Islam allows beating wives (Surah 4:34, Tabari IX:113)

Answer 2

Islam and Christianity are similar in many ways. The main similarity is that both are monotheistic religions. God is all-knowing, all-seeing, and exists everywhere within His creation. God makes Covenants with humans in both religions. Both believe that at the end of the world God will judge everyone and determine whether we go to Heaven or Hell. Also, both agree that Jesus Christ was born of the Virgin Mary and He will return when this world ends. There are many many more similarities, but you must not forget about the differences.

Answer 3

Answer 1: similar in some cases different in other cases... similar in they believe in God different in they believe in the trinity and that God has a son (Jesus) while Islam is strictly monotheistic. Similar that they originated in the Middle East, different that Christianity has many branches and sects, Islam has sunni and shia while most are sunni.

Answer 2: No, Christianity is not same as being a Muslim (Islam) in fundamental beliefs even though both believe that God is ONE, there is afterlife in heaven or hell.

The following beliefs make Christianity differ from Islam:

1. Christians believe that Jesus is the Son of God as claimed by Jesus (Luke 22:70, John 5:25, John 9:35-38, John 10:36, John 11:4, Rev 2:18) and as written in the New Testament ( ~40 references). Islam denies Jesus as the Son of God. This denial might be due to the wrong understanding of the meaning of the Son of God. Bible never reveals Jesus as a Son through sexual process as Quran understands (Surah 6:101).
2. Christianity believes that Jesus is God who came in the flesh (John 1:1,14, Isa 9:6, 1Tim 3:16, Tit 2:13, Heb 1:8, John 14:7). Islam believes that Jesus is just a regular human prophet.
3. Believing in the death of Jesus for the forgiveness of human's sins is the main teaching of Christianity. God told His prophets Isaiah and Daniel that Messiah would die for sins of others (Isaiah 53:5,8,11-12; Dan 9:24-26). Jesus announced His death before He went to cross to die for sinner (Mat 20:17-19, Mar 10:45, Joh 10:14-15 , Joh 10:17-18 , Luk 9:22, Mat 26:28, ..) and proved His death after the resurrection (Luk 24:39, Joh 20:27) in the 1st Century. According to Islam, which started in 7th Century, Jesus did not die. Allah deceived people as Allah is the best of deceivers to make people think that Jesus died (Surah 3:54, 4:157-158).
4. Christianity teaches to love even the enemies (Mat 5:44) and do not allow killing. Jesus and His disciples are best examples for this teaching. Islam allows killing (9:29). Muhammad and his followers are best examples for this teaching.
5. Biblical Christianity does not have a directional worship. Islam require everyone turn towards Kaaba where a Black stone is situated when praying.
6. Bible teaches God prepared Hell for the devil and his angels (Matt 25:41). Quran teaches Allah prepared hell for humans (Surah 2:24)
7. Christianity believes God created man in His image to have fellowship with mankind (Gen 1:26, Exo 25:8, 2Cor 6:16, Rev 21:3). Islam believes Allah created many men for hell (Surah 7:179) and as fuel for hell (Surah 2:24).
8. Christianity does not teach a heaven of sexual nature but presence of God is promised (John 14:3, Rev 21:3). Islam teaches a heaven of sexual nature (Virgins - Surah 52:20, 55:56, 78:31, 37:40-48, 44:51-55) and young boys -52:24, 56:17, 76:19) and with lot of wine (47:15, 37:40-48, 56:7-40, 83: 23-26). Allah is not seen in heaven.
9. Christianity teaches that God wants all people to be saved from hell (2Pet 3:9). Islam teaches that Allah guides people to hell (Surah 4:168-169).
10. Christianity teaches that God is love (1John 4:16, John 3:16). Allah even out of his 99 names no name means love. The closest name is one which means friendly.
11. God's example is His Son Jesus who is Sinless (1Pet 2:21, 1John 3:5) and did not kill anyone. Allah's example to the mankind is Mohammad who is a sinner (40:55, 47:19, 48:2) and led many wars and killed innocents like in Kaibar Jewish community.
12. Christianity teaches men to love their wives and do not allow beating (Eph 5:25, Col 3:19). Islam allows beating wives (Surah 4:34, Tabari IX:113)

Answer 4

Numerous similarities are documented between the two religions, their radical differences suggest that the Islam and Christianity worship a different God.

ANSWER 2:

"Allah" is the Arabic word for "God" and Islam's holy book, the Qur'an, confirms the writings of The Bible and mentions Jesus more than the Bible itself does. The differences between the two religions are primarily the manmade dogma. There is nothing to suggest from the Qur'an that they worship different deities. Both religions await the return of Christ.

In addition to Answer 2:Yes, same God: the Creator. God in Arabic is called Allah. You find God in Arabic version Bibles written as Allah; same God worshiped by Muslims. Muslims believe in the Bible as a holy book from same God.

Answer 5

Both religions are quite similar in all issues regarding relationships among all people. In reality, there are no differences between the two religions regarding the way that people of different religions should treat each other. This, logically and spiritually, calls all people to live together in love, peace, and harmony regardless their different religions or beliefs. The only differences between both religions are regarding some faith issues that are regarding the relationship between yourself and your God which is a matter to be only resolved by God on the Day of Judgment.

The other main similarities are:

1. Both are widely believed religions.
2. Both believe in God's angels.
3. Both believe in the last Day of Judgment.
4. Both believe in Paradise/Heaven and Hell.
5. Both believe that no one enters Paradise/Heaven by own deeds/merit but rather by God Mercy and forgiveness.
6. Both believe in eternal life after earthly death.
7. Both forbid adultery, robbery, unjustified killing, cheating and lying.
8. Both religions are similar in practicing mutual respect to their believers. Quran says (meaning English translation): ".... You will find the nearest in love to Muslims those who say 'we are Christians'. That is because amongst them are men devoted to learning and men who have renounced the world and they are not arrogant. And when they listen to the Quran revelation received by the Messenger (Muhammad), you see their eyes overflowing with tears because of the truth they have recognized. ... So because of what they said, Allah (God) rewarded them ...." [Quran, chapter 5, verses 82-86]

Answer B

The Common Beliefs and Values of the People of the Book with Muslims

Christian and Muslim belief have many aspects in common. Judaism too shares many beliefs with Islam. All true adherents of these three great religions:

The faithful believe that God has created the entire universe out of nothing and that He dominates all that exists with His omnipotence.

They believe that God has created man and living things in a miraculous way and that man possesses a soul granted him by God.

They believe that besides Jesus, Moses or Muhammad, God sent many prophets such as Noah, Abraham, Isaac and Joseph throughout history, and they love all these prophets.

They believe in resurrection, Heaven and Hell and angels, and that God has created our lives with a certain destiny.

The beliefs of the People of the Book are in harmony with Muslims, not only in terms of faith-related issues, but also of moral values. Today, in a world where such immoralities as adultery, homosexuality, drug addiction and a model of egoism and self-seeking cruelty have grown widespread, the People of the Book and Muslims share the same virtues: Honor, chastity, humility, self-sacrifice, honesty, compassion, mercy and unconditional love…

According To The Koran, Muslims, Jews and Christians should live in friendship.

It is evident there are ample grounds for an alliance between the "People of the Book" and Muslims. This is also very evident in the Koran. In the relevant verses of the Koran, there is a significant difference between the People of the Book and the idolaters. This is especially emphasized in the area of social life. For example, it is said concerning the idolaters: "(they) are unclean, so after this year they should not come near the Masjid al-Haram (Kaaba)." (Surat at-Tawba: 28). Idolaters are people who obey no divine law, have no moral precepts and who are capable of committing every kind of degrading and perverse action without hesitation.

But while they basically rely on God's revelation, the People of the Book have moral precepts and know what is lawful and what is not. For this reason, if one of the People of the Book cooks some food, it is lawful for Muslims to eat it. In the same way, permission has been given for a Muslim man to marry a woman from among the People of the Book. On this subject God commands:

Today all good things have been made lawful for you. And the food of those given the Book is also lawful for you and your food is lawful for them. So are chaste women from among the believers and chaste women of those given the Book before you, once you have given them their dowries in marriage, not in fornication or taking them as lovers. But as for anyone who disbelieve, his actions will come to nothing and in the hereafter he will be among the losers. (Surat al-Mai'da: 5)

These commands show that bonds of kinship may be established as a result of the marriage of a Muslim with a woman from the People of the Book, and that those on each side of the union can accept an invitation to a meal. These are the fundamentals that will ensure the establishment of equitable human relationships and a happy communal life. Since the Koran enjoins this equitable and tolerant attitude, it is unthinkable that a Muslim could take an opposing view.

Monasteries, Churches And Synagogues Should Be Respected.

Another important fact we learn from the Koran is that Muslims must respect Jewish and Christian places of worship. In the Koran, the places of worship of the People of the Book, i.e. monasteries, churches and synagogues, are mentioned as places of worship protected by God.

…if God had not driven some people back by means of others, monasteries, churches, synagogues and mosques, where God's name is mentioned much, would have been pulled down and destroyed. God will certainly help those who help Him - God is All-Strong, Almighty. (Surat al-Hajj: 40 )

This verse shows all Muslims the importance of respecting and protecting the sanctuaries of Christians and Jews.

Indeed, in the Koran God commands Muslims not to harbor any enmity towards any people. In many verses, friendship is recommended, even with idolaters. God even refers to the idolaters at war with Muslims in this way: "If any of the idolaters ask you for protection, give them protection until they have heard the words of God. Then convey them to a place where they are safe." (Surat at-Tawba: 6)

Jews and Christians, however, are much closer to Muslims than idolaters. Each of these religions has its book, that is, they are subject to a revelation sent down by God. They know what is right and what is wrong, what is lawful and what is unlawful. They know they will give an account to God, and they love and revere His prophets. This shows that Muslims and the people of the book can live easily together and cooperate.

The Common Enemies of the Faith

Another important fact that draws Christianity, Judaism and Islam together is the atheist philosophies that are so influential in our time.

Among the best-known and most harmful philosophies of our age are materialism, communism, fascism, anarchism, racism and secular Humanism. Many people who believed in the fake diagnoses, deceptive descriptions and explanations of these ideas on the universe, society and man, have lost their faith or doubted it. What is more, these ideologies have dragged people, societies and nations into great crises, conflicts and wars. Their share of the blame for the pain and troubles that humanity suffers today is immense.

While they deny God and creation, all the above-mentioned ideologies are based on a common framework, a so-called scientific basis; Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. Darwinism constitutes the basis of atheist philosophies. This theory claims that living beings have evolved as a result of coincidences and by means of a struggle for life. Therefore, Darwinism sends this deceptive message to people:

"You are not responsible to anyone, you owe your life to coincidences, you need to struggle, and if necessary to oppress others to succeed. This world is one of conflict and self-interest".

This evil morality advises people to be egoistical, self-seeking, cruel and oppressive. It destroys such virtues as mercy, compassion, self-sacrifice and humility, the moral values of the three great monotheistic religions.

This being the case, it is necessary for the people of the Book and Muslims to cooperate, since they believe in God and accept the morality that He teaches. The followers of these three religions should expose to the world the fallacy of Darwinism, which has no scientific basis, but which is trying to be preserved for the sake of materialist philosophy. They should cooperatively carry out an intellectual struggle against all other deceptive ideas that serve Atheism. Once this is realized, the world will, in a very short time, embrace peace, tranquility and justice.

Conclusion: "Let us Rally to a Common Formula"

At a time when anti-religious, atheist and materialist ideologies surround the world, similarities among theistic religions should be emphasized, and cooperation should be established for common aims.

Concerning the People of the Book, God gives Muslims a command in the Koran; to rally to a common formula:

O People of the Book! Let us rally to a common formula to be binding on both us and you: That we worship none but God; that we associate no partners with Him; that we erect not, from among ourselves, Lords and patrons other than God. (Surat Al 'Imran, 64)

This is indeed our call to Christians and Jews: As people who believe in God and follow His revelations, let us rally to a common formula - "faith". Let's love God, Who is our Creator and Lord, and follow His commands. And let us pray God to lead us to an even straighter path.

When Muslims, Christians and Jews rally to a common formula this way, When they understand that they are friends not enemies, When they see that the real enemy is atheism and paganism, then the world will become a very different place.

The fighting that has raged for ages, enmities, fears - and terrorist attacks - will come to an end, and a new civilization based on love, respect and peace will be established upon this "common formula".

Answer C

They both have major prophets (Jesus and Muhammad)

and they both have a fundamental belief in one God.

Answer 6

It doesn't. You cannot compare the two because they are polar opposites