to participate in an open conversation. One such topic is the greatest sin according to the Qur'an and the Bible — idolatry.
Everybody knows it's bad. And when I bring it up with them, they're convinced they have nothing to do with it. People usually do not realize that they believe in omens, wear medallions, worship icons, pictures, statuettes, a piece of bread, water — the list goes on and on. I want to emphasize the word "worship". It is precisely the worship of these things, the belief in their miraculous power, and the asking for their help. This is fundamental because, for example, just wearing a cross as a sign of belonging to Christianity, as a sign that you are a believer, and having a cross to worship it — these are fundamentally different things. You can stand in front of an icon, in front of a cross, in front of a mosque, in front of a church — it doesn't matter, but when you pray, you have to turn to God and only to Him. You can see that almost everybody is worshipping something. And what is that but idolatry? You should only believe in the power of God and His Word. That's what the Scriptures are. The sacred texts tell us to worship only God. And yet there is no alternative to these Books. They are the very word of God. As it is said, do not take away or add to what is written, otherwise, false information will lead you in the wrong direction and you will not find the right way. Anything that is an addition or subtraction to the text of the Holy Books is a delusion. And whoever does it, he makes it a sin.
I'll say more. People put the church and the house of worship above the holy laws of God. And when you begin to argue logically in conversation that every temple, every priest, every person, every creature on the planet — all of them have to live according to the laws of the Bible and the Qur'an, then people get stuck. It's like they're blinded for the Scriptures are above everything. They are the Word of God, the beginning and the end, the law for everything. And every temple, every priest is a mediator, a means of clarification, correct explanation, and instruction. No temple ordinance, no other, absolutely no rule, statute, or constitution comes first. And if anything contradicts the words of the sacred texts, it is not from God. The Word of God is the one and only, and you should proceed from it in all your actions, thoughts, and intentions. In this way, you will find the right path, organize everything in your mind, and live peacefully.
Commandments and moral standards are what is common to all believers in the One Creator, the Lord God. The commandments of the Bible, almost all of them, are duplicated in the moral standards of the Qur'an, and vice versa. Moreover, even Buddhism, which has no belief in the Lord God, has 5 vows in the Buddhist code of ethics that do not contradict the laws of the Abrahamic religions. This shows that a healthy human brain arrives at the only true laws through logical reflection.
God is the Source, the One, and His laws are one and true for all. Therefore, it does not matter what religion or nationality one is.
It is easy to find the moral rules and commandments themselves in the Holy Books. I am sure everyone has heard of the 1 °Commandments of Christianity. I will mention only the simplest laws, which are common to all religions, and at the same time the most important ones: You shall have no other gods before the Lord your God; you shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything; you shall not take the name of the Lord in vain. Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is the gravest sin. Suicide, murder (especially of the innocent), pride, lying, malice, adultery, theft, and envy are grave sins.
According to the sacred texts, the only holidays, laws, and customs to be observed are those specified therein, and no others.
The most important characteristics a believer should have are love, mercy ("For all else comes from it, and mercy comes from love"), repentance ("Repent of your sins and encourage others to do the same"), humility, patience, and forgiveness.
Do not doubt your faith, have a clear conviction. Never be discouraged and drive away despair.
Think of the following sayings, they say it all and commentary is unnecessary.
"Do not be wise in your own eyes; Fear the LORD and depart from evil."
"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge."
"Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding."
"Do not despise the chastening of the LORD, nor detest His correction. For whom the LORD loves He corrects."
"Keep your father's command, and do not forsake the law of your mother."
"But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant."
"And do not walk on the earth arrogantly."
"Whoever commits sin is a slave of sin."
"Abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul, having your conduct honorable among the Gentiles, that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may, by your good works which they observe, glorify God in the day of visitation."
"Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake."
"Never say that there is no sin upon you, for it is a lie."
It is written that when a man sins grievously, evil clings to him.
The sacred text tells us to fight against the temptations in life and to get rid of passions ("Do not tempt anyone and do not tempt yourself"), to keep promises and oaths to the Lord ("Do not swear at all", but if you do, "You shall not swear falsely,
