As there are some similarities between Hinduism and Islam, there are also some differences between these major religions of the world. In this article, we will try to list the differences between Hinduism and Islam.
Islam Vs Hinduism:
1. Islam was founded as a religion. Hinduism was not founded as a religion. It was the way of life that later took the form of religion.
2. Prophet Mohammad Paigambar is considered the founder of Islam. There is no single founder of Hinduism. (According to the Quran, Mohammad Paigambar was just a messenger and not the founder of Islam, but Islam, being followed by Muslims, is largely based on the teachings and life of Mohammad Paigambar. Hence, he is considered the founder of Islam).
3. Islam was founded about 1500 years ago. The history of Hinduism can be traced back to about 2500 B.C.
4. Islam is based on the teachings of Prophet Mohammad Paigambar only while Hinduism is based on the teachings of many saints.
5. The word Islam means “peace.” The word Hinduism is a geographical term and has no real meaning. It is the religion followed by Hindus.
6. Islam does not believe in the theory of reincarnation. Hinduism believes in reincarnation.
7. Islam does not allow conversion to other religions. Hindus are free to convert to other religions.
8. Islam advocates conversions to Islam. In history, there have been many instances of forceful conversions to Islam. There is no reference to conversion in Hinduism. Hindus never attempted to convert others to Hinduism. In fact, they did not use to accept others to Hinduism previously.
9. Islam allows the remarriage of a widow. Hinduism does not allow the remarriage of a widow (In practice now, there is no such restriction).
10. Islam seems to be inspired by other religions as it is new compared to other major religions worldwide. The philosophy of Hinduism is original as it is the oldest religion on the earth.
Dear Brothers,
Please tell me one simple thing. You do not believe in all those books, scripts, vedas, which were in existence much before any religion was formed and the same books carries the message of love, living good life and spreading peace in the world. But you want to follow something as pious which teaches to kill people in the name if Jihad, you lure them by stating they will reach to Jannat you force conversions, which was started by Prophet himself by killing several thousand non -muslims in Mecca, you have proofs for that. most of the things are based on force. which never can be the Allah’s Path my brother. Just because someone declare himself as the last prophet, it does not mean that you believe in him blindly… take the good from his preaching and leave the bad…. We believe in ONE GOD and if you do believe in him and Just follow, but do not force others… coz the GOD whom you believe may not like it at all… since we all are his creations and he wants us to worship IDOLS and you to do Namaz, like others to do prayers in church…..