Islam does not reject the entire Christian faith. Instead, it acknowledges the prophets and scriptures of Judaism and Christianity, including Jesus (Isa) as a prophet of God. However, Islam rejects certain core tenets of Christianity, including:
The Divinity of Jesus
- Islam affirms Jesus as a prophet and a messenger of God, but it rejects the Christian belief that Jesus is the Son of God or part of the Trinity.
- Muslims believe that Jesus was a human being, miraculously born to the virgin Mary, and that he performed miracles by the power of God.
- They believe that Jesus was not divine but a human being who received divine revelation, similar to other prophets like Moses and Muhammad.
The Crucifixion and Resurrection
- Islam rejects the Christian belief that Jesus was crucified and resurrected.
- Muslims believe that Jesus was not crucified but ascended to heaven in a miraculous way, and that God saved him from crucifixion.
- The Quran states that Jesus was raised to heaven alive and will return to Earth before the Day of Judgment.
The Trinity
- Islam rejects the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, which holds that God is one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- Muslims believe that God is one and indivisible, and that there is no god but Allah.
- They reject the idea of multiple deities within the Godhead.
Salvation Through Faith Alone
- Islam emphasizes the importance of both faith and good works for salvation.
- Muslims believe that salvation is achieved through faith in Allah and submission to his will, as well as by living a righteous life and performing good deeds.
- They reject the Christian belief that salvation is achieved solely through faith in Jesus Christ.
The Bible as the Final Revelation
- Islam acknowledges the Bible as a divine revelation but believes that it has been corrupted over time.
- Muslims believe that the Quran is the final and complete revelation from God, superseding all previous scriptures, including the Bible.
- They consider the Quran to be the ultimate guide for humanity.
In summary, Islam accepts Jesus as a prophet but rejects his divinity, the crucifixion and resurrection, the Trinity, and the Bible as the final revelation. It emphasizes the unity of God and the importance of both faith and good deeds for salvation.
