My muslim friend wants me to read Quran, just so i can see the difference between Bible and Quran,but I am not sure if its a right thing to do.
Is It???? I mean r we allowed?
Am just curious....
2007-10-21 17:25:32 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes, it is, but your friend is being diplomatic. It is not so you can see the difference. It is so you can become like him.
Ask yourself. why would he want you to see the difference! It is not like he is going to say, oh wait the Bible is better, I am going to stop reading the Quran. oh, yes. that must be it!!
If you truely want to read it. Read it through your own eyes, not his.
2007-10-21 17:33:59 · answer #1 · answered by Bravado Guru 5 · 11⤊ 0⤋
I am a catholic, and I see absolutely nothing wrong with reading about or learning other religions. Obviously, God gave the world several types of religions for a reason. Maybe if more people were interested in learning about other religions, instead of condemning them, the world would be a little less hostile. Maybe we would realize just how much we have in common, instead of focusing on the differences. As far as I am concerned, as long as someone believes in some type of God/higher power, that is all that matters. (and by God, I am including all of the other names he goes by in other religions, too. I know other religions have a different name for Him, but I don't know most of them).
The only people I tend to take issue with personally is those who don't believe in a God. I don't quite understand how a person can honestly believe that we were not created by someone.
2007-10-22 00:33:11 · answer #2 · answered by trustnoonekmc 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Absolutely! Life is all about learning, and it's good to explore other religions. There is nothing wrong with it at all. How can reading a book be wrong? In my opinion, it would be wrong not to read it. It will do no harm to anybody, and the worst that could happen is that it broadens your horizons and causes you to be more tolerant (not saying that you're not already). This can never be a bad thing.
2007-10-22 00:31:25 · answer #3 · answered by Molten Orange 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is allowed. You should read all the religious texts that you can get your hands on, and the Quran is an excellent place to start.
2007-10-22 00:28:58 · answer #4 · answered by NONAME 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Yes of course you're allowed. The Bible says to test everything and hold on to the good. Just remember when you're reading that Qu'ran, it was written by a warmongering child rapist who copied from the Bible and other sources. And pay special attention to the parts that graphically describe how a non-Muslim should be killed.
2007-10-22 00:33:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Your muslim friends MIGHT want you to read it because they think you will be so amazed that you will instantly toss off your Christian beliefs and become Muslim.
But I think you should read the Koran. But only IF you have actually read the Bible, too - and if THEY are willing to read the Bible, as well.
2007-10-22 00:31:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
i'm a little confused as to what you mean by are we allowed? I'm assuming that the we is standing for christians and yes, we are allowed, education and learning about others beliefs are not a sin nor is it punishable by any means.....I love learning something new, I may not agree with the faith, but I certainly respect it and all faiths. good luck, don't fall into the category of being afraid of doing things or asking questions about others faiths or especially the faith that you choose.
2007-10-22 00:29:39 · answer #7 · answered by quest girl 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Yes. Reading the sacred texts of other religions than one's own can be very educational. In fact, I'd recommend it.
2007-10-22 01:03:14 · answer #8 · answered by solarius 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This isn't the Dark Ages. You are allowed to read what you wish to read. I've just never been able to get past the 6th Book. But that's me.
2007-10-22 00:36:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Most definantly, I would suggest getting your pastor to help you go through and point out what is different and whats wrong with the Koran. Have fun studying! Soli Deo Gloria
2007-10-22 00:31:54 · answer #10 · answered by reccos 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋