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== Differences between Christianity and Islam ==
Christianity and Islam are the two largest religions in the world and are both classified as Abrahamic and monotheistic, having originated in the Middle East.<ref name="ref1" /> Christianity began in the 1st century CE, founded on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.<ref name="ref1" /> Islam developed in the 7th century CE, based on the teachings of the prophet Muhammad.<ref name="ref1" /> While the two faiths share some common heritage and figures, their core theological doctrines contain key differences.

=== Comparison Table ===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Category !! Christianity !! Islam
|-
| '''Nature of God'''
| One God in three persons: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. This concept is known as the Trinity.<ref name="ref2" /><ref name="ref3" />
| One God, known as Allah, who is a single, indivisible being.<ref name="ref3" /> The concept of a trinity is considered a denial of pure monotheism.<ref name="ref1" /><ref name="ref2" />
|-
| '''Key Figure(s)'''
| Jesus Christ, who is considered the Son of God and the central figure of the faith.<ref name="ref1" />
| Muhammad is considered the final and greatest prophet. Belief in all prophets, including Jesus, is required.<ref name="ref2" /><ref name="ref4" />
|-
| '''Holy Book'''
| The Bible, consisting of the Old and New Testaments. It is composed of 66 books by 40 authors over approximately 1,600 years.<ref name="ref5" />
| The Quran, believed to be the final and unaltered revelation of God, given to the prophet Muhammad by the angel Gabriel over a 23-year period.<ref name="ref5" />
|-
| '''View of Jesus'''
| Considered the divine Son of God, part of the Trinity, and the savior of humanity.<ref name="ref1" /> His crucifixion and resurrection are central tenets, seen as atonement for humanity's sins.
| Revered as an important prophet of God (Isa), born of a virgin, and the Messiah.<ref name="ref1" /><ref name="ref4" /> Islam teaches that Jesus was not crucified but was raised to heaven by God, with someone else crucified in his place.<ref name="ref1" /> His divinity is rejected.<ref name="ref5" />
|-
| '''Holy Spirit'''
| The third person of the Trinity, co-equal with the Father and the Son.<ref name="ref1" /><ref name="ref3" />
| Generally identified as the angel Gabriel, who delivered revelations to the prophets.<ref name="ref1" />
|-
| '''Original Sin'''
| Teaches the doctrine of original sin, where all humans are born with a sinful nature inherited from Adam.<ref name="ref5" />
| Rejects the concept of original sin.<ref name="ref5" /> Humans are born sinless, and sin is a result of weakness or forgetfulness.<ref name="ref5" />
|-
| '''Salvation'''
| Attained through grace by faith in Jesus Christ and his atoning sacrifice on the cross. It is not considered to be earned through good works.
| Achieved through submission to the will of Allah, which includes faith and performing good deeds. A person's deeds are weighed on the Day of Judgment.
|}

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=== Afterlife ===
Both religions believe in a final judgment, heaven, and hell. In Christianity, those saved by faith in Christ are granted eternal life in heaven, while the unrighteous face everlasting punishment in hell. In Islam, the concept of Jahannam (hell) may be a temporary state for some, depending on their sins and Allah's mercy, before they may eventually enter Jannah (heaven).

Both faiths also anticipate a Second Coming of Jesus. Christian doctrine states Jesus will return to judge the living and the dead and establish his kingdom.<ref name="ref1" /> Islamic texts also state that Jesus will return to defeat the Dajjal (an antichrist figure) and rule before the final Day of Judgment.<ref name="ref1" />

== References ==
<references>
<ref name="ref1">[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity_and_Islam "wikipedia.org"]. Retrieved November 08, 2025.</ref>
<ref name="ref2">[https://www.blueletterbible.org/faq/don_stewart/don_stewart_301.cfm "blueletterbible.org"]. Retrieved November 08, 2025.</ref>
<ref name="ref3">[https://www.ruhulquran.com/2025/07/god-in-islam-vs-christianity.html "ruhulquran.com"]. Retrieved November 08, 2025.</ref>
<ref name="ref4">[https://www.soundvision.com/article/a-comparison-of-the-islamic-and-christian-views-of-jesus "soundvision.com"]. Retrieved November 08, 2025.</ref>
<ref name="ref5">[https://www.christcov.org/seths-soundbites/post/4-differences-between-christianity-islam "christcov.org"]. Retrieved November 08, 2025.</ref>
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