Islam

Research Paper # 98823

Religion and Theology
Religion and Theology > Islam

Islam

An exploration of the historical foundation of Islam and the similarities and differences between Islam and Christianity.

2,911 words () | 10 sources | MLA | 2007 United States

Paper Summary:

This paper contends that Islam is a peaceful religion with many aspects to explore and surrounded by many myths. It looks at some of these myths and explores the tools of knowledge, the sacred texts of Islam, symbols, and practices. Once an understanding of Islam is established, it examines the historical foundation of Islam and the similarities and differences between Islam and Christianity.

Outline
Explanations of Myths Related to the Religion
Descriptions and Explanations of the Sacred Texts Used
A Brief Discussion of the Historical Foundation of the Religion
A Description of Similarities and Differences between Islam and Christianity

From the Paper:

" Christians believe in salvation through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Islamic beliefs teach that man can only find salvation at the hands of Allah during judgment and that the Christians beliefs are blasphemous Wikipedia, 2006). Islamic and Christian stories feature the same people and places such as Abraham, Moses, and David or Jerusalem. Differences are seen in the level of reverence given to a location or in the translation of the name. Muslims regard Mecca to be the holiest of cities. Where as Christians give that honor to Jerusalem (Wikipedia, 2006). The Qur'an focuses more on the moral or spiritual significance of the story and is written in parables, while the Bible is considered a narrative including details. "

Sample of Sources Used:

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Hooker, R. (June, 1999a). Islam the Caliphate. Retrieved June 12, 2006, from http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~dee/ISLAM/CALIPH.HTM
Hooker, R. (June, 1999b). Islam the Muhammad Messenger of God. Retrieved June 12, 2006, from http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~dee/ISLAM/MUHAM.HTM
Hooker, R. (June, 1999c). Islam the Qur'an. Retrieved June 12, 2006, from http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~dee/ISLAM/QURAN.HTM
Huda, Top 10 Top10 Mythos About Islam. Retrieved on June 10, 2006, from http://islam.about.com/od/commonmisconceptions/tp/myths.htm