The Second Group: Einstein

RELIGION AND SCIENCE considered seriously. Similarly, many religions haven’t proven that their current texts haven’t changed over time. If the authenticity of a religion’s own texts is uncertain, how can its truth be trusted? There are several scholarly standards (scientific criteria) that must be used when studying religions. But when these standards are applied to today’s religions, most of them don’t meet the requirements. Among all religions, Islam uniquely satisfies these scholarly standards. In that context, treating all religions equally and trying to find a common conclusion isn’t logical. The best approach is to accept the religion that fulfills all necessary criteria and to record the others in history’s library—not as equal alternatives, but as part of the historical record. 2. Once Islam is recognized as the true form of religion, all misunderstandings that come from viewing different religions as equal naturally disappear. It’s similar to distinguishing myths from science when exploring the universe based solely on scientific facts. 3. Accepting Islam as the sole representative of religion provides us with a reliable source from which a clear and consistent system of religious beliefs can be established. For example, religions often contain different and conflicting ideas about God. Likewise, there are significant disagreements about prophethood and messengership. Opposing views also exist on what