Comparing Christianity

IslamAnd

BuddhismBy Brittany Michaud

ChristianityBelief in eternal heaven or hell

One main book of Christian teachings, the Bible

Largest religion world-wideBelief in Jesus Christ and his virgin birthPurpose of life is to know and love God

and Jesus Christ

Islam Means Submission to

the will of God Follow “Five Pillars”- faith,

prayer,Alms, pilgrimage, fasting

One main, sacred book: Qur’anSecond largest religion world

widePlace of worship is called a

mosque,Main day of worship is on

Friday

BuddhismNot religion, set of

ethics/way of living life

Has one “founder,” Siddhartha Gautama

Belief in reincarnationPractice meditation as way to keep peace and harmony

Follow Four Noble Truths

•All had one main leader to look up to•Belief in life after death

•Believe in one god•Have one sacred book•Have more than 3 divisions within religion

•Have enumerated basic rules to live by•Humanity important aspect•Emphasizes individualism and equality

•All had one main leader to look up to•Teachings of morality, justice, love•Believe we suffer because we sin/crave/desire