Episode 1 · Common Ground · 13 October 2026 · 51 min
Is Allah the Same God? Islam and Christianity Questions
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Yes. Allah is simply the Arabic word for God, and Arabic-speaking Christians and Jews say Allah too. God tells us to say to the people of the scripture, “our god and your god is one and the same; to Him we are submitters” [29:46]. In this episode we also look at Abraham, Jesus and Moses, who can go to heaven, and times in history when Muslims protected Jews and Christians.
Chapters
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- 0:00Introduction: the heirloom in the attic
- 2:31What religion was Abraham?
- 7:12Is Islam a new religion?
- 10:04What did Jesus' disciples call themselves?
- 12:25Do Christians and Jews have to give up Jesus or Moses?
- 16:00Is Allah the same God?
- 20:25What does the Quran say about Jesus?
- 27:28Can Jews and Christians go to heaven?
- 32:12Are all Arabs Muslims?
- 36:43Did Muslims protect Jews and Christians in history?
- 37:56Jerusalem in the 630s
- 39:38Spain, 1492
- 41:23Albania in World War II
- 43:52Daily practice: prayer and charity from Abraham
- 46:49One verse to take home: 3:64
- 49:17Closing thoughts
Verses in This Episode
Every verse is shown in full, so we can read it for ourselves. Please press a Quran reference to read the verses around it.
Abraham was neither Jewish, nor Christian; he was a monotheist submitter. He never was an idol worshiper.[3:67] · Quran: The Final Testament
The only religion approved by GOD is "Submission." Ironically, those who have received the scripture are the ones who dispute this fact, despite the knowledge they have received, due to jealousy. For such rejectors of GOD's revelations, GOD is most strict in reckoning.[3:19] · Quran: The Final Testament
When Jesus sensed their disbelief, he said, "Who are my supporters towards GOD?" The disciples said, "We are GOD's supporters; we believe in GOD, and bear witness that we are submitters.[3:52] · Quran: The Final Testament
Say, "We believe in GOD, and in what was sent down to us, and in what was sent down to Abraham, Ismail, Isaac, Jacob, and the Patriarchs; and in what was given to Moses and Jesus, and all the prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction among any of them. To Him alone we are submitters."[2:136] · Quran: The Final Testament
Do not argue with the people of the scripture (Jews, Christians, & Muslims) except in the nicest possible manner—unless they transgress— and say, "We believe in what was revealed to us and in what was revealed to you, and our god and your god is one and the same; to Him we are submitters."[29:46] · Quran: The Final Testament
O people of the scripture, do not transgress the limits of your religion, and do not say about GOD except the truth. The Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary, was a messenger of GOD, and His word that He had sent to Mary, and a revelation from Him. Therefore, you shall believe in GOD and His messengers. You shall not say, "Trinity." You shall refrain from this for your own good. GOD is only one god. Be He glorified; He is much too glorious to have a son. To Him belongs everything in the heavens and everything on earth. GOD suffices as Lord and Master.[4:171] · Quran: The Final Testament
The example of Jesus, as far as GOD is concerned, is the same as that of Adam; He created him from dust, then said to him, "Be," and he was.[3:59] · Quran: The Final Testament
"GOD is my Lord and your Lord, you shall worship Him alone. This is the right path."[43:64] · Quran: The Final Testament
Surely, those who believe, those who are Jewish, the Christians, and the converts; anyone who (1) believes in GOD, and (2) believes in the Last Day, and (3) leads a righteous life, will receive their recompense from their Lord. They have nothing to fear, nor will they grieve.[2:62] · Quran: The Final Testament
They are not all the same; among the followers of the scripture, there are those who are righteous. They recite GOD's revelations through the night, and they fall prostrate.[3:113] · Quran: The Final Testament
O people, we created you from the same male and female, and rendered you distinct peoples and tribes, that you may recognize one another. The best among you in the sight of GOD is the most righteous. GOD is Omniscient, Cognizant.[49:13] · Quran: The Final Testament
GOD does not enjoin you from befriending those who do not fight you because of religion, and do not evict you from your homes. You may befriend them and be equitable towards them. GOD loves the equitable.[60:8] · Quran: The Final Testament
We made them imams who guided in accordance with our commandments, and we taught them how to work righteousness, and how to observe the Contact Prayers (Salat) and the obligatory charity (Zakat). To us, they were devoted worshipers.[21:73] · Quran: The Final Testament
You shall strive for the cause of GOD as you should strive for His cause. He has chosen you and has placed no hardship on you in practicing your religion—the religion of your father Abraham. He is the one who named you "Submitters" originally. Thus, the messenger shall serve as a witness among you, and you shall serve as witnesses among the people. Therefore, you shall observe the Contact Prayers (Salat) and give the obligatory charity (Zakat), and hold fast to GOD; He is your Lord, the best Lord and the best Supporter.[22:78] · Quran: The Final Testament
Say, "O followers of the scripture, let us come to a logical agreement between us and you: that we shall not worship except GOD; that we never set up any idols besides Him, nor set up any human beings as lords beside GOD." If they turn away, say, "Bear witness that we are submitters."[3:64] · Quran: The Final Testament
Shorts From This Episode
Each Short is one question from the episode, about a minute long.
What Religion Was Abraham? What Quran 3:67 SaysQuran 3:67Play the Short
Is Islam a New Religion? What Quran 3:19 SaysQuran 3:19Play the Short
What Did Jesus' Disciples Call Themselves? Quran 3:52Quran 3:52Play the Short
Did Moses and Jesus Bring Different Religions? What the Quran SaysQuran 2:136Play the Short
Is Allah the Same God as the God of the Bible?Quran 29:46Play the Short
Is Jesus the Son of God? What the Quran SaysQuran 4:171Play the Short
Can Jews and Christians Go to Heaven?Quran 2:62Play the Short
How Muslim-Majority Albania Saved Jews in WWIIPlay the ShortKeep Going
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The script is written and checked by the Grow Your Soul team. Every verse is read from the Quran: The Final Testament, translated by Rashad Khalifa.