Similarities between Islam and Hinduism

Hello Unity1!

I strongly believe in Unity of all religions. And there are similarities among the religions.

I would try to know about Dr. Zakir Naik and his research. I sincerely feel that Vedas should not be considered as Hindu texts and they cannot be the basis to know Hinduism. Vedas, by their very meaning,are infinite. They have no beginning and they have no end. They need an infinte set of alphabet to be written. I would say that we were only partially successful in writing them.

Their are various philosophies in the Hindu religion. The similarities I know are,
1. Oneness of God
2. Concept of Heaven and Hell.

But concept of God in Hinduism and Islam are completely different. In Hinduism God has to be realized rather than followed. Hinduism's goal is not to reach Heaven, the goal is to reach God.

Hindus have a great much literature compared to the Muslims.

The primary difference between Abrahamic religions and East Asian religions is that of "Reincarnation" or "Rebirth". And unlike Abrahamic religions, East Asian religions have no quarrels among one another and fulfill each other.

Regards,

Aparichitudu.

Dear Unity 1,

I have (briefly) reviewed the section of Dr. Zakir Naik's website that deals with FAQ's from Hindu's regarding Islam. I have no objections (from what I read) to his answers, however, I certainly do not agree that he is " the most knowledgable Muslim Scholar of our time". His website is not bad, however, I have seen much better (and more informative) ones.

Frankly, I (myself) and not very interested in responding to Hindu's. I know little about Hinduism, however, the little I know is sufficient for me to recognize that it has little value for me.

I am only responding because I am concerned that people will confuse your point, and think that you mean that the value of Hinduism and Islam is somehow comparible. This is certainly not the case. In fact, Dr. Naik does a good job of clarifying this point (in the section referenced). The fact of "la illaha illala" (there is not God but God) is well known by all people from the time of birth. Even Christians claim monotheism and in the same breath say "God is Three" (Triune ).

It is the second part of the shahada (Mohammad an RasulAllah) that Hindu's (and non-Muslims) will not accept to to their pride and arrogance. They may read the Quran and try to point to the universal truths contained in it, however, when it comes to the ayat the forbid alcohol, gambling, fornication, or enjoin prayer, fasting and modesty they will gladly accept the title of non-Muslim. As a result, Allah (s.w.a) does not guide them or purify them and their hearts remain closed to the light of Islam. That is their own choice, leave them to it.

 

hindues worship many things which is a great sin in islam. i think their are no things islam and hiduism have in common. from my knowledge.

increase your knowlege about what, what hiduis worshiped.  hiduis are outright enemies of islam and killed many muslims, they oppressed muslims in kashmiir. they burn the quran 24/7. somethings are better not learned and should be just left alone.