1. “The Noble Quran – the Holy Book of Muslims.” QuranOnline.net, quranonline.net/.

Background: The Quran addresses a wide range of subjects, including theology, worship, guidance for personal conduct, and social laws, with an emphasis on monotheism, justice, and compassion. Unlike previous scriptures like the Bible and the Torah, Muslims consider it to be the last and most comprehensive revelation from God. It is an essential part of Islamic worship and culture, and Muslims all around the world memorize and recite it.

How I used it: I believe that if I read the Quran and do a more in-depth examination, I will be able to understand and observe the opinions and the degree to which it impacts Islam. When it comes time for me to study the Bible, having a reference is essential.

2. “Matthew 1 | NIV Bible | YouVersion.” YouVersion | the Bible App | Bible.com, 2015, http://www.bible.com/bible/111/MAT.1.NIV?parallel=116. Accessed 26 Oct. 2024.

Background:The Bible, which is regarded as the holy book of Christianity, is divided into two main sections: the Old Testament and the New Testament. Christians consider it to be the inspired word of God and the founding text of their faith and practice. The history of the Israelites, their triumphs, their wars, and their leaders—most notably the kings David and Solomon—are chronicled in these books, which include Joshua, Kings, and Chronicles.

How I used it: Any intelligent person can perceive that the Bible is the main source of Christianity since it offers an understanding of God’s will, human nature, and the path to salvation. I’d like to know more. I think that gaining a greater understanding of Christianity requires reading the Bible thoughtfully and attentively. This method involves more than just reading; it also involves applying the lessons learned to one’s own life and critically analyzing the text’s cultural, historical, and religious context. As a result, I consider the Bible before contrasting it with the Quran.

3. “Guide to the Book of Genesis | Key Information and Resources.” BibleProject, bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-genesis/.

‌Background: The article breaks down the beginning of the Bible’s genesis and highlights important themes. It facilitates a more thorough comprehension of how things happened and who was involved in the world’s upbringing.

How I used it: I now have a better knowledge of the origin thanks to the article. I can recount every tale in Genesis because I have read it multiple times on my own, but I want to highlight some of the most significant concepts so that I can later compare them to the Quran.

4. “First Chapter of the Quran.” Islamreligion.com, 2022, http://www.islamreligion.com/articles/10190/first-chapter-of-quran. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

Background: a dissection of the Quran and a more profound comprehension of the first chapter and the true meaning of Islam.

How I used it: In order to verify my hypothesis that the Bible and the Quran are quite comparable, I read a disassembled version of the Quran online to check if it is structured similarly to the Bible’s major principles. I need to know some key details in order to comprehend Muhammad’s beginnings and origins.

5. Fadi, Al. “The Quran vs. the Bible.” The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association of Canada, 18 Apr. 2012, http://www.billygraham.ca/stories/the-quran-vs-the-bible/.

Background: Al Fadi, a Saudi Arabian Wahabi Muslim, became a follower of Jesus Christ in 2001. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in biblical communication. He has joined forces with a few other ex-Muslims to write “The Quran Dilemma,” which examines the Quran’s composition, content, interpretations by various Islamic schools, and wording about the Bible. Decision recently asked Fadi to clarify some of these significant distinctions.

How I used it: I look at a person’s motivations for wanting to convert or how they feel about both religions. I also want to learn more about the meaning of both religions from the viewpoint of a convert, in the hopes that it will help me compare and contrast the two.

6. “Do You Know These 7 Differences between the Bible and Quran?” Zondervan Academic, 2016, zondervanacademic.com/blog/do-you-know-these-7-differences-between-the-bible-and-quran.

Background: Although almost every religion has a sacred text, not all sacred texts are created equal in terms of their nature, authorship, transmission, and application. This is revealed by Nabeel Qureshi in his examination of the facts supporting Islam and Christianity in No God but One: Allah or Jesus. Qureshi highlights seven significant distinctions between the Bible and the Quran in this provocative and illuminating study. “There is no doubt that both texts are revered by their respective people, but their applications, histories, and even their fundamental natures are interpreted differently” (104).

How I used it: I utilize this as an extra tool for comparison and contrast, but more significantly, to identify the distinctions between the Bible and the Quran and how I might make use of them.

7. Ciesielka, Wyatt. “Bible vs. Quran: Where Is the Truth?” Tomorrow’s World, 30 Apr. 2014, http://www.tomorrowsworld.org/magazines/2014/may-june/bible-vs-quran-where-is-the-truth.

Background: The Article talks about how The Holy Bible is acknowledged by true Christians as the infallible word of God, delivered to His people in flawless form. In its name, nominal Christians have carried out crusades and committed horrific crimes, sometimes against other nominal Christians and other times against people who hold other books in high regard, and how they engaged in violent deeds that the God of the Bible denounces as sin.

How I used it: I was interested in how each God was upheld and how each faith supported itself. To be able to compare their morals and how similar one faith was to the others, I also wanted to do the same with their morality and beliefs.

8. Sayyid Abdullah Al-Musawi. “What Is the Last Chapter of the Quran Revealed?” Islam4u | Islamic Online Educational Platform, 3 Dec. 2023, islam4u.pro/blog/what-is-the-last-chapter-of-the-quran-revealed/.

Background: Surah An-Nasr is the final full Surah from the Holy Quran to be revealed to the Messenger of Allah. The first revealed Surah is: In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful (Read in the name of your Lors, and the last revealed Surah is: In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful (When the victory of Allah has come and the conquest. This is the story that Imam Ali ibn Musa al-Ridha (peace be upon him) told about his father, Imam Musa ibn Ja’far.

How I used it: In order to truly gain a deeper comprehension of the Quran, I compare and contrast the final chapters in the same manner that I did with the first. Finding out if it has any connection to the Bible or any other similar allusions is my main objective.

9. “Book of Revelation | Guide with Key Information and Resources.” BibleProject, bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-revelation/.

Background: The author introduces himself as John in the first paragraph, which may allude to the author of the Gospel and the writings of John or to another early Church figure. In the first paragraph, John, whoever he was, makes it apparent that this book is a “revelation.” The Greek term apokalypsis, which describes a genre of literature present in the Hebrew Scriptures and other well-known Jewish writings, is employed here. According to Jewish apocalypses, a prophet had symbolic visions that showed God’s heavenly view of history, allowing the present to be understood in the context of history’s ultimate conclusion.

How I used it:Like I did with the Quran, I read the last chapter to look for any similarities and to better understand revelations. I’m interested to see if the stories are consistent or if the same people or even places show up.

10. Cox, Daniel. “America’s Coming Religious Divide.” Institute for Family Studies, 31 Jan. 2023, ifstudies.org/blog/americas-coming-religious-divide.

Background: Two words sum up the most significant trend in American religion: uneven and steady. National polls have consistently revealed a decline in religious affiliation, attendance, and even belief in God for almost thirty years. However, these same surveys also reveal that there are significant regional, generational, and religious commitment differences in this national fall.

How I used it: I look at the most popular religion in America and how religion influences our day-to-day existence. Furthermore, I’d like to know if it results in disputes over who is correct and who is incorrect, or if it’s just a matter of waiting till the time arrives.