ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Islam and other religions

Islam is a religion that believes in one God, Allah. Muslims believe that Allah sent down a series of messages to different people over time, including the prophet Muhammad. Muslims believe that the Islamic holy book, the Quran, contains all of Allah’s messages. Muslims try to follow the teachings of the Quran and do what Allah has asked them to do.

Other religions also believe in one God. But instead of following the Quran, they follow different holy books and different teachings. For example, Christians follow the Bible and try to live according to Jesus' teachings. Jews follow the Torah and try to live according to what it says. Buddhists don't believe in God, but they try to live according to the teachings of the Buddha. Hindus practice a variety of beliefs and traditions, including worshiping many gods and goddesses.

Each religion has its own special way of connecting to God and understanding the world. Muslims, Christians, Jews, Buddhists, and Hindus all have different beliefs about God, the afterlife, and how to live life on Earth. But even though we have different beliefs, we can still be respectful and loving of one another and try to live peacefully.