Question Description
Chapter 12 ISLAM
About the Founders
1.Compare and contrast the role of Muhammad as the founder of Islam with that of Moses as the founder of Judaism and Jesus as the founder of Christianity. Explain Abrahams role in all three religions.
The Scriptures
2.Do you think there are any similarities between Muslim understandings of the Quran and any other religions understanding of its scriptures? Explain.
Why Does Islam Grow?
3. Why do you think that Islam was so successful in becoming a major world religion in a relatively short period of time? What factors are contributing to its growth today?
Jihad and Violence
4. After September 11, 2001, there has been a vigorous debate both within and outside of Islam about whether or not Islam is an inherently violent religion. To what extent, if any, does the idea of jihad, as well as the early days of Islam under Muhammads leadership, contribute to the idea that Islam is an inherently violent religion? Explain how this violence has impacted other religions, especially Sikhism.
Chapter 13 Baha’i
Only One Religion?
Bahai claims that the worlds religions have the same source and the same basic message. How might adherents of other religions view this claim?
The Ultimate Religion
Bahai claims to represent the summit of humanitys spiritual and religious journey. Do Jews, Christians, and/or Muslims make similar claims? Is it legitimate for any religion from one particular time and place to make such a claim to universal superiority?
And Miss Universe Said “World Peace” …
Explain basic Bahai beliefs and how they interact with the promotion of world peace.
Baha’i History
Discuss the historic relationship between Bahai and Islam. What is the nature of this relationship today, especially in Iran?
