INTRODUCTION: The Biblical basis for studying the history, beliefs and practices of other religions is found in passages like 1 Thessalonians 5:21; 1 John 4:1; 1 Corinthians 9:22.

History

• Founded by Muhammad (570-632 AD)

   

Beliefs of Muslims  

• "There is no God but Allah, and Muhammad is his prophet."

• The Koran is the completion of God's revelation.

• Oral tradition (Sunnah) is also authoritative.

Practices of Muslims (The 5 Pillars of Islam)

1.  Confession (shahada)

2. Prayer (salah)

3. Charity (zakah)

4. Fasting (sawm)

5. Pilgrimage (hajj)

Weaknesses & Major  Erors of Islam

• The nature and name of God (Amos 5:8; Deuteronomy 6:4; John 10:30;  compare Koran 19:37; 6:100).

• Acceptance of Muhammad as a prophet (Deuteronomy18:19; 13:1-3; John 3:2).

• Acceptance of the Koran as inspired (Koran 10:38; John 16:5-16; Mark 16:20; Hebrews 2:3; 2 Timothy 3:16).

• Reliance on human traditions (Mark 7:9; Colossians 2:8).

• Spread through violence (Jihad) (Compare Koran 9:5, 29 with Isaiah 2:2-4; 9:7).