The Bible and Quran are two of the most important holy scriptures that have been given to humanity. Bible is one of the oldest, and Quran is recent; there are many arguments that the followers of each book. The scriptures were given to humanity via their respective messengers: The Bible was brought by the Holy Prophet Jesus, and Holy Prophet Muhammad brought the Quran.
These messengers of the Almighty were given the responsibility to spread the Godly message, only to bring people together, not to divide them.
Bible vs. Quran argument is not new as it dates to hundreds of years ago when dedicated Christians and Muslims would argue over their teachings. Holy scripture is not sent to humanity, so they argue over what is written in what holy scripture; it is to teach humanity about humanity, love, belonging, and togetherness.
Let us take a look at a few verses and arguments that Muslims and Christians present to defend their faith.
Christians have been polishing their urge to recognize the commonality with Muslims to grow out of the orthodox religious belief and come together for the sake.
It is filled with teachings of love and tolerance, hence teaching its followers the greatness of being patient with a man you do not entirely agree with. The Bible Vs. Quran debate can be settled if both religions follow their principles of togetherness and brotherhood as it is a common practice for both beliefs.
Let’s take a look at some Bible verses about brotherhood:
1 John 4:20
“If anyone says, “I love God,” and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who does not love his brother whom he has seen cannot love God whom he has not seen.”
Ephesians 4:29
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what helps build others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.”
Psalm 23:1-6
“A Psalm of David. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows…”
The same spirit of brotherhood and togetherness is mentioned in the Quran, which negates Bible vs. Quran. It offers similar notions of peace and tranquillity among people, so they do not fight one another and co-exist in peace and harmony:
[Quran, 3:103]
“And hold fast by the covenant of Allah all together and be not disunited, and remember the favour of Allah on you when you were enemies, then He united your hearts so by His favour you became brethren; and you were on the brink of a pit of fire…”
[Quran, 49:10]
“The believers are, but brethren; therefore, make peace between your brethren and be careful of (your duty to) Allah that mercy may be had on you.”
[Quran, 3:45]
“O Mary! Allah giveth thee glad tidings of a Word from Him: his name will be Christ Jesus, the son of Mary, held in honour in this world and the Hereafter and of (the company of) those nearest to Allah.”
Ultimately, we’re both religions settle is the fact that the holy prophet Isa that is, Jesus, is a familiar historical figure for both the religions. Once we take aside the debate between which is better and which is superior, the similarity or perhaps the purpose that motivates Muslims and Christians to read their respective holy scriptures is what becomes. The binding factor for both faiths is that none endorse fighting and rebellion. The sense of brotherhood brings one closer to religion, a sense which is increased by studying the scriptures in more detail. This allows people to get over the notion of taking the Bible vs. Quran as a debating factor and to look at it as a means of motivation and learning.
[Quran, 3:49]
And (appoint him) a messenger to the Children of Israel, (with this message): “I have come to you, with a Sign from your Lord, in that I make for you out of clay, as it were, the figure of a bird, and breathe into it, and it becomes a bird by Allah’s leave: And I heal those born blind, and the lepers, and I quicken the dead, by Allah’s leave; and I declare to you what ye eat, and what ye store in your houses. Surely therein is a Sign for you if ye did believe.”
The notion that an ancient religion must diminish a modern one or vice versa is the main factor that triggers debates such as the Bible vs. Quran. We are all children of Adam, and until and unless we stand united, none will prosper.
John 3:16-17
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”
Our Final Thoughts
Despite the Bible vs. Quran debate, the core belief of each religion is peace. Troubles ensue only if men stray away and move towards such extremist views. No religion endorses violence and meaningless debate. Religion is all about togetherness and peace.
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When all else fails, it is the only religion that becomes the biggest uniting factor for all of humanity as belief in God is a divine concept that, if the prophet is eliminated: the one who is a mere servant of God Himself, people will stand more united than separated.
