Sharia Law Vs Christianity

Ever since the beginning of time, religion has caused division. Whether is be how people practiced their beliefs or spread their beliefs, religion has caused problems. Christianity and Islam are two of the largest religions on the world stage and they seem to have similar beliefs, but looking closely, that is not the case. There are problems that arise between the two religions that have cause issues that no one can ignore. This paper will look at the characteristic belief of Sharia law, and how it has caused issues between Islam and Christianity.

One characteristic belief of Islam that contradicts Christianity is Sharia law. Sharia law is defined as “the law, seen as deriving from the Koran” (Dictionary.com). Under Sharia law Muslims cannot

change their religion, a woman’s testimony is only half that of a man (thetandd). Also, sharia law condones the caning of women, cutting of the hands or feet of a thief, the murder or abuse of unbelievers, the lack of rights for women (they cannot drive cars in some countries), and the stoning of those who commit adultery. If one looks at Sharia law, it is not hard to see that what is allowed or condoned, is horrific.
Sharia law does not promote the ideals that America was founded upon.

Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Since Christianity was the base of our Constitution, it is not hard to see that conflicts can arise between Islam and Christianity.

With an increase in Muslims in the United States, some states have tried to allow sharia law to be practiced, but many adamantly oppose this idea. Numerous courts in the United States of America have banned accommodation of Sharia law. Sharia law directly goes against the Christian worldview. Christianity teaches us to pray for our enemies, love those who hate us, respect women, accept people who are different than us or believe differently than we do. Above all we are to protect human rights. We believe in human dignity.

It is no lie that Sharia law has come to America. While not many people practice or condone this law, there are a number of people who do. As Christians, how do we treat those who contradict of views? One response is to treat all Muslims with love and respect. It may sound easy or it may sound hard but they deserve to be loved as Christ loved us. Another action we can take is to stand for our rights and for the rights of human beings across the world who may not have a voice. It is critical that we recognize human rights and speak out against those

suffering.
The characteristic beliefs of Sharia law within Islam has caused struggle between Islam and Christianity. Sharia law and Christianity cannot peacefully coexist. The core of Sharia law does not protect and respect human life nor does it promote peace. Christianity promotes love and the sanctity of life. It is obvious that Sharia law is becoming more prominent across the world and more and more people are rising to object it. The world does not need a legal system that does not reflect basic human rights. All humans deserve to live in peace and be protected by their legal system.