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"Islam offers the most fair and moral system, rooted in Allah's wisdom—like zakat, justice, and modesty. The Qur'an commands zakat: ‘And establish prayer and give zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves—you will find it with Allah' (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:110), ensuring wealth helps the poor. Justice is firm: ‘Be persistently standing firm in justice, witnesses for Allah, even if it be against yourselves' (Surah An-Nisa, 4:135). Modesty protects dignity: ‘Tell the believing women to draw their veils over their bosoms' (Surah An-Nur, 24:31).
Jesus (peace be upon him) taught righteousness—‘We gave him the Injeel, in which was guidance and light' (Surah Al-Ma'idah, 5:46)—and Islam perfects it. The Qur'an says, ‘The Messiah, son of Mary, was no more than a messenger' (Surah Al-Ma'idah, 5:75). Unlike others, Islam balances mercy and law, lifting all—poor, women, slaves—showing Allah's way is fairest, as Jesus called to worship Him alone."
Islam's focus on prayer, charity, and justice is admirable. But the claim that Islam is the most fair and moral system deserves careful comparison with what Christ actually taught.
Islam commands justice (Surah An-Nisa, 4:135), but Christianity goes deeper—it transforms the heart. Jesus said, "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" (Matthew 5:44). True justice isn't only following external rules but inner renewal through grace. Law restrains behaviour; grace changes the person.
The Law is like a mirror—it shows the dirt on your face but cannot wash it off. Grace is the water that actually cleanses.
Zakat is mandatory; Christian giving is voluntary. Jesus taught, "Do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing" (Matthew 6:3). Early Christians gave freely, even selling possessions (Acts 2:44-45). That's not obligation—it's love. Grace inspires what law can only demand.
Islam emphasises outward modesty; Christianity focuses on inward humility: "Be transformed by the renewing of your mind" (Romans 12:2). Modesty isn't about fabric but about the heart—seeing others as made in God's image.
Islam claims to "perfect" earlier revelation, but Jesus said, "I have come to fulfil the Law" (Matthew 5:17). The Gospel completes God's plan—not by enforcing rules but by restoring the human heart through the Spirit.
Modern examples of concern:
These illustrate how a legalistic moral system can restrict basic freedoms—something Christianity addresses through voluntary love and inner transformation.
Islam regulates behaviour; Christianity renews the soul. Zakat commands giving; grace creates generosity. Modesty is not merely dress but humility. Law restrains evil, but only Christ's love transforms it. True morality is not rule-keeping—it's divine restoration through Jesus Christ.