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    Christianity or Islam? Decide Now
    Christianity or Islam? Decide Now
    Christianity or Islam? Decide Now
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    Christianity or Islam? Decide Now

    By Pervaiz Salik

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    At the present time, a fierce debate is raging between the two main religions of the world: Christianity and Islam. But which is the correct religion to follow? This book will help you to decide – in fact, this is the whole purpose of this book. Whether you are a Christian, or a Muslim, or are undecided, you will gain many unique benefits from this book. It is easy to read, with a conversational style of debate. You will learn quick and easy facts plus the main core beliefs of each religion. You will get a blow by blow account on every crucial point of difference and disagreement. You will be able to use sensible criteria to make your choice between the two competing religions. The book will strengthen your belief (if you have one) or help you on the path to faith. Paradise or Hell is at stake – so choose wisely!
    If you are an atheist or agnostic, you may not think this book is relevant to you. But the last chapter presents a possible scientific proof of the existence of God.

    LanguageEnglish
    Publisherpervaiz salik
    Release dateJun 22, 2017
    ISBN9781386899341
    Christianity or Islam? Decide Now
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    Pervaiz Salik

    I have an honours degree in Mathematics from the Open University and taught in Scotland before gaining an M.A. in English Literature. I taught English to O Level International GCSE Cambridge students for 14 years in Pakistan and was Head of Department there. My Haiku on Cultural Diversity is published in UNESCO’S Cultural Report 2000. My story of Big Samson The Big Lion (in a much shorter form) was accepted for publication by Oxford University Press, but never published for technical reasons. Currently, I have published about 12 e-books on the teaching of English, novels, short stories and poetry. My Spelling book was ranked number 1 in its category on Amazon. My interests include chess, badminton, bridge and astronomy. (Pervaiz Salik)

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      Christianity or Islam? Decide Now - Pervaiz Salik

      Chapter 1: The Core Beliefs of Christianity and Islam

      (A) Core Beliefs

      1. Belief in one God and worshipping Him alone.

      Islam: Strictly Monotheistic and adhering to the above.

      Christianity: Modified: Belief in the Trinity or Jesus (Peace on him) as equal/Son of God or Divine.

      2. No Graven Images of God or Holy persons or objects are allowed.

      Islam: Strictly as above.

      Christianity: Modified: Images of Christ found in churches, films depicting Christ.

      3. Prohibiting the taking of God's name in vain.

      Both agree.

      4. Remember the Sabbath Day/ Holy day.

      Both agree, but differ in practice: very few Christians go to church or observe Sunday as a holy day.

      Muslims have compulsory Friday prayers in mosques.

      5. Honour your mother and father

      Both agree.

      6. Thou shall not kill

      Both agree.

      7. Thou shall not commit adultery

      Both agree

      8. Thou shall not steal

      Both agree.

      9. Thou shall not bear false witness

      Both agree.

      10. Thou shall not covet

      Both agree.

      (B) The Concept of Original Sin

      Christians believe that the disobedience of Adam and Eve led to Original Sin for the whole of humanity.

      Muslims do not believe in Original sin because God forgave Adam and Eve (although He punished them by expelling them from the Garden of Eden and sending them down to earth).

      C) From the New Testament:

      Belief in Jesus (Peace on him) as a messenger and prophet; salvation comes from his sacrifice, death, and resurrection.

      Christianity: As above

      Islam: Belief in Jesus (Peace on him) as a Mighty messenger and prophet only – no resurrection as such; salvation is by faith in Allah (God), His mercy, obedience to His will, and one's good deeds.

      D) Other Common Beliefs:

      Angels, Day of judgement, Revealed Books, prophets, fasting, charity, fair dealings and respect towards other human beings; righteousness and forgiveness.

      E) Other Differences:

      Muslims must pray five times a day, every day. Fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is compulsory for all Muslims. Muslims must give 2.5% of excess savings per year to the needy as charity. Muslims must perform the hajj to Mecca at least once in their lifetime (if they have the means to do so).

      Chapter 2: Introduction to the Debate

      (Note that throughout the book, PH stands for Peace on him.)

      When it comes to religion, most people – even intelligent ones – lose all sense of proportion and logic, which are replaced by blind belief. No doubt belief is an important component, but it should not be the sole and only component.

      I might believe my cup of tea is poisoned, but surely I cannot expect others to believe this too without any proof or evidence whatsoever. Religion is far too important a matter to get wrong: eternal torment and damnation are at stake. We must strive to get at the truth.

      The two main religions of the world are Christianity and Islam. Both are parallel religions with many features in common, notably the Old Testament (the Torah) and the New Testament (the Bible, Gospel or Injeel). The main difference lies in the status of Jesus (PH).

      The Muslims agree that Jesus (PH) was a mighty messenger and prophet, who performed many miracles (by God's help). After preaching, renewing and expanding

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