World's Largest Religions

Religion is a universal term that is widely used for a human’s belief system. The views on how religions compare to one another can be defined differently. One view explains religions using a united belief system by their common goals. Another view explains that different religions are just a shared essence and have vast differences between their specific traditions and customs. This shared essence, but vastly different theory, is explained by Stephen Prothero, using the term “pretend pluralism”. There are many major and minor religions that have guided people in their morals and beliefs. Religions, such as Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism. All five of these current, major religions have vast differences, but may have common goals in their morals, traditions, etc. Two of the most practiced religions, of these five, are Christianity and Islam. These two religions are constantly at battle with one another, but what many people don’t see is that there are just as many similarities between these two religions as there are differences. Through this paper we will discover the underlying similarities and differences between these two religions and, hopefully, conclude that supports either the common goal theory or the “pretend pluralism” theory.

Christianity, Judaism, and Islam all have similar origins, development, beliefs, and sacred texts. Contrary to popular belief all three of these religions share more common ground than one would think. The differences are present of course, but the similarities help one understand where all three were derived from and why. All of the religions share the common ground as to the knowledge of Jesus Christ, the belief of monotheism, and “ethical standards required social justice for individuals and for the community” (144). Judaism is the oldest religion out of the three, then falls Christianity, and lastly Islam.

There are many similarities and differences between Judaism, Christianity and Islam. There are also many differences that separate the three major religions of the world. This paper will delve into all three of them.

On the surface, Islam and Christianity appear to have very little in common, however, as you get deeper into areas such as rituals, beliefs, ethics, founders, and sacred objects, the two show strong mutual similarities, particularly in the fundamental areas, while being totally different. In this essay I will compare and contrast many of the facets that make up the worlds largest and most recognized religions, Christianity and Islam.

God. All three religions believe that this God is the origin and source of all that exists. God

They also believe that he created the universe that we live in now. In Islam, Muslims believe that Allah is the only god. Muhammed was on top of a hilltop when the angel Gabriel came to him and told about the revelations from god. He believes Allah already revealed himself through Jesus and Moses. Muslims must say, “I witness that there is no god but Allah, and that Muhammed is the prophet of Allah,” when they wake up and before they go to sleep. Jews believe in the god, Yahweh or also called Elohim. Abraham was dedicated to Yahweh, so he and his wife went to Canaan where the god made a convent agreement with him. To faithfully follow Yahweh, he changed their names from Abram and Sarai to Abraham and Sarah. It is controversial whether they all believe in the same god and different names or not, but overall they all believe in one god who they follow and worship.

Jews believe that God continues to work in the world today and has an effect on everything that we do. The Jewish relationship with God is a covenant relationship. They strive to bring holiness into every aspect of their lives. The Jewish religion has over 14 million followers (“Christianity and Islam and Judaism: Comparison Chart”). Christians believe that God created all that is seen and unseen. He is the creator of all people, the world, and the universe. Christians believe that Jesus is the Son of God and was sent here for our salvation. Christians believe that people are “saved” and forgiven of their sins if they confess their sins and confess their belief in the resurrection of Jesus. This process allows Christians to gain a personal relationship with God. Greater than 2.2 billion supporters of the Christian religion exist today (“Christianity”). Islam is the most clear. They clearly state that God alone is the Almighty, the Creator, the sovereign, and the Sustainer of everything in the universe. He created everything. He has no equal. There are approximately 1.5 billion Islamic believers today (“What Is the Quran

Monotheistic Religions (comparing and contrasting Christianity and Islam): By Esha Bhogal 9Z Three of the world's main monotheistic religions are Islam, Judaism and Christianity. Monotheism can be defined as the doctorine or belief that there is only one god. These popular religions are similar in the fact that they are monotheistic but they choose to express their religious beliefs in a variety of different ways. This essay will aim to compare and contrast Christianity and Islam, ultimately highlighting the importance of being open-minded when considering different religions and how whilst these religions are different, they both bring joy, peace and happiness to people around the world.

Christianity most widely distributed of the world religions, having substantial representation in all the populated continents of the globe. Its total membership may exceed 1.7 billion people.

Religion plays a huge role in today’s day and age. In fact, religion has been of huge importance since cavemen were, well, cavemen. Religion is the factor that keeps many people going in life but at the same time, the same reason our world has so many problems and has been torn apart. Through studying the main tenets in call, Judaism, Christianity and Islam were analyzed for weeks. Christianity and Islam take the cake for the two biggest religions in today’s population however, Judaism plays the smallest role. These three religions, although different, are easily able to be compared and contrasted because of all of the history and information we have attained towards these separate beliefs. I think it is crucial that these religions be studied by people all around the world so that we can be understanding towards other religions, not just our own. Through religious beliefs, things we can learn through teachings and comparing and contrasting we can learn more about Judaism, Islam and Christianity.

Christianity, Islam, and Judaism are three of the most influential religions in the world. Together, they account for almost four billion followers. These religions are usually referred to as the Abrahamic religions. This is because they all claim Abraham as an important pillar of their faith. Christianity, Islam, and Judaism have many things in common, including a main place of worship and holy book, but within these similarities are some major differences.

As of today, the world’s two largest religions Christianity and Islam share an estimated 3.6 billion members, more than half of the world’s population. On the surface, they appear to have almost nothing in common, however, as one goes beyond the surface and examines the other factors such as the rituals, beliefs, ethics, founders, and convictions, the two religions share many similarities. However, in order to truly see and understand these similarities and differences, one must date back to the rise and birth of Christianity and Islam.

God to the people of the big three monotheist religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam) see god as an all-knowing, all-seeing, and all-powerful being.

On this vast planet religions are becoming more prevalent and are being studied more frequently in recent times. Many individuals want to study and learn about the origins of some religions, on where they were developed and what was the cause of this glorification of a divine. The art of religion is processed by many ideologies, background, beliefs, myths, and rituals. The five major religions of the world include: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism are solely based on these ideologies, and ultimately leads to one goal, to follow the path of god, or to seek a euphoric state of salvation. In spite of all the differences among the world’s five major religions, they have very similar ethical constructs, which should encourage more mutual respect among them.

I think that it is important to study world religions because it can help people to become more tolerant of other’s beliefs and more compassionate to other people’s causes. With so much war and misunderstanding in the world based on religious viewpoints, it is important to take the time to find out where and why people believe the way that they do. While I find that most people in the world follow a religion based on their geographical location, this is not the case in the United States. Because the US is a country where people from all over the world can come to live it is a place where many different religions are practiced. It is important, especially for people in this country, to study world religions