Common ground, mutual respect, honest differences.
"Say: O People of the Book, come to a common word between us and you — that we worship none but Allah." — Quran 3:64
Islam uniquely recognises Christians and Jews as "People of the Book" — communities who received earlier divine revelations. The Quran affirms that the Torah and Gospel were genuine revelations from Allah, and that their prophets are our prophets. Muslims are permitted to eat their food and marry from their communities.
"Do not argue with the People of the Book except in the best manner." — Quran 29:46
| Prophet | Islam | Christianity | Judaism |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adam | First human, khalifah | First man | First man |
| Nuh (Noah) | Prophet, the flood | Patriarch, the ark | Patriarch, covenant |
| Ibrahim (Abraham) | Father of prophets, built Kaaba | Father of faith | Patriarch, covenant |
| Musa (Moses) | Received Torah, spoke to Allah | Lawgiver, Exodus | Greatest prophet, Torah |
| Dawud (David) | Prophet-king, Zabur (Psalms) | King, psalmist | King, Psalms |
| Sulayman (Solomon) | Prophet-king, commanded jinn | Wise king, Temple | Wise king, Temple |
| Isa (Jesus) | Prophet, Messiah, born of Maryam | Son of God, Savior | Not accepted as Messiah |
Absolute monotheism without Trinity, incarnation, or divine intermediaries. Allah is One, without partners, children, or equals. This is non-negotiable.
The Quran is the final, preserved, unchanged word of God. Previous scriptures were genuine but have been altered over time. The Quran came to confirm and correct.
Muhammad (PBUH) is the last messenger. No prophet comes after him. His message is universal — for all of humanity, not one nation.