Christianity
and Islam are two great religions of the world, each with over a billion
followers. Though they have many things in common, practically speaking, there
is a wide gulf separating them. One of the main reasons is lack of knowledge
and proper understanding of each other's views. We need to explore the possible
avenues that can bring them together so as to be able to mutually benefit from
their common heritage.
One
such approach could be for a Muslim to explain to his Christian brother or
sister that Islam is not an alien religion as he might think; but is very much
Biblical, in the sense that what was taught by all the prophets of God (as we
find them in the Bible) is being followed today by Muslims.
This
booklet is an attempt to put together certain relevant verses and passages from
the Bible that substantiate the Muslim claim that Islam is not a new religion,
unfamiliar in its outlook and fundamental principles. References are quoted
from the New Revised Standard Version and the New International Version of the
Bible. "Mohammed (peace be upon him) in the Bible" is a complementary
topic and two articles on the subject (originally published elsewhere) are
appended.
It
is hoped that this will not only help to erase various misconceptions that some
Christians may have but will also equip Muslims with tools for better
communication with their Christian brothers and sisters.
Please click on the image to read the booklet.
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