International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies
Volume 2, Issue 4, 2022
A philosophical look at the similar concept of God and sacred verses found in the Upanishads and the Quran
Author(s): Melih Sezer, T Krishna Rao Thumma
Abstract:
Scriptures and sacred sources are important for the continuation of religions and their spread to other geographies. At the same time, the holy books are very important in terms of the correct application of religious rituals and their transfer to future generations. Belief systems that have succeeded in transmitting their holy books to future generations have achieved a very high level both in terms of followers and in terms of the application and dissemination of rituals. Hinduism is one of the oldest known belief systems in history. Many scriptures appear, including Veda, Upanishad, Gita, and Puranas. Although it is not clear when, how and by whom it was written, it managed to survive centuries ago. It is known that the Rishis served as prophets in their society and transferred the oral tradition and Sanskrit texts to the present day. Islam is newer than Hinduism. It is considered a religion whose written works and rituals have succeeded in protecting itself. Scientists state that there is no difference between the Qur'an, which was made into a book during the reign of Caliph Abu Bakr, and the Qur'an, which was dispersed by different civilizations, and the Qur'an that is followed today. It can be said that some of the orders and prohibitions that the Qur'an and the Upanishads demand from their believers are very similar to each other. As a result, religions are built on similar foundations. What keeps religions alive is morality and God's prohibitions.
Keywords: Upanishads, Qur�an, Verses, Similarities, Sacred Scripture, Criticize, Examination
Pages: 60-62
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