Comparing Worldview of Major Religions: Christianity and Islam

Comparing Worldview of Major Religions
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Question One
Christianity and Islam are common religions worldwide with different practices, beliefs, and origins. Christianity was founded on the teachings and life of Christ Jesus, born in Bethlehem, Judea. His early life started in Nazareth, and at the age of 30, he began a public ministry about the kingdom of God and miracle performance. Christians believe Jesus died on the cross and was buried and raised three days later (Szakolczai, 2015). Comparatively, Islam was founded on the teaching of Prophet Muhammad, born in Mecca, presently known as Saudi Arabia. Muhammad began his work at age 40, preaching the Islamic message to the people of Mecca. He also built a community based on Islam principles, which saw his teaching spreading across the Arabian Peninsula.
Question Two
Christianity and Islam view the ethical issue of acceptance of homosexuality differently. In the past, Christianity recognized it as a sin when some denominations opposed legalizing same-sex marriage. Ideally, Islam viewed homosexuality as a violation of natural order. There is a growing concern about acceptance and inclus...