Comparing Buddhism, Christianity and Islam
Buddhism |
Christianity |
Islam |
On God |
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The original Buddhist philosophy does not entail any theistic world-view. Godly figures were introduced later. |
There is only one true God in Christianity, Who referred to Himself as, "I am who I am." |
The Muslims also believe in one god known as Allah. |
On Salvation |
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Man lives his own fate, and has no one to blame but himself. In other words, you have to work for your salvation |
Salvation is not based on work. It is a free gift to all who would accept Jesus Christ as their Savior. |
Salvation is based on work through implementing the five pillars in life. |
On Eternal Life |
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In a sense, there is eternal life. But one is not sure what his next life will end up being. It depends on the karma of his present life. |
Eternal life in heaven is promised to all who accept this free gift of salvation. |
Eternal life is defined as 'eternal bliss in Hereafter'. Not everyone who obeys Allah and practices the five pillars is promised eternal life. |
On Love |
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There is no god in Buddhism to love or take care of its people. |
The Bible is filled with teachings of God's love towards us, to the extent that He sent his only Son to die for our sins. |
The Quran does not mention Allah's love towards his people. |
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