World Religions and the North Africa/Southwest Asia Realm

WORLD RELIGIONS AND THE NORTH AFRICA/SOUTHWEST ASIA REALM Nancy Brown Walden University The realm of North Africa/Southwest Asia is a site of rich oil and natural gas deposits, economic growth and international relationships. The realm is also the birthplace of the three major world religions; Christianity, Judaism and Islam. Centuries of conflict lie at the heart of this realm due to differences in religious beliefs. In reviewing the scripture readings presented for this lesson, each religion has one intrinsic similarity; that is the belief in God. Where both Islam and Judaism view God as one entity, Christians believe in the Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit), (Islam, Judaism and, 2004-2013). Review of the scripture†¦show more content†¦Another field lies on the Gaza Strip which has created contention. Palastines are ready to begin taking advantage of opportunity for economic relief; however Israel has not given permission. The scriptures have shown that there are similarities of Christianity, Judaism and Islamic beliefs. The major difference in the writings is the treatment of strangers. In examining the contentious behaviors of the people in the Middle East, both past and present, religious beliefs have played a part in the development of the realm’s history. References de Blij, H. J., Muller, P., amp; Nijman, J. (2013). The world today. (Sixth ed.). Hoboken: John Wiley amp; Sons, Inc. Islam vs. christianity. (2008 - 2013). Retrieved from http://www.discoveringislam.org/islam_vs_christianity.htm Islam, judiasm and christianity comparison chart. (2004-2013). Retrieved from http://www.religionfacts.com/islam/comparison_charts/islam_judaism_christianity.htm Jerusalem 101 - four quarters of the old city - jerusalem. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.generationword.com/jerusalem101/3b-four-quarters.htm Religion facts - medina: city of the prophet. (2004-2013). Retrieved from ww.religionfacts.com/islam/places/medina.htm The Koran Interpreted, a translation by A. J. Arberry (New York: Touchstone, 1996).  ©1955 by George AllenShow MoreRelatedWhap Ch 19-21 Study Questions1673 Words   |  7 Pageskingdom of Ghana was famous for their trade in gold. Thus they became the most important commercial site in West Africa and became the wealthiest kingdom in Africa. 5. Islam first entered into sub-Saharan Africa due to the kings of Ghana converting to Islam. This improved relations with Muslim merchants from north Africa as well as Muslim nomads. 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