Similarities Between The Bhagavad Gita And The Qur’an

– Nature Of God –

“I am unborn, everlasting, and I am the lord of all” (Bhagavad Gita 4:6)

“Nor was he born (Qur’an 112:3) Allah, the eternal (112:2) Allah, lord of all the worlds” (1:2)

– Overall Message –

“Those who ever follow my doctrine and who have faith, and have a good will, find through pure work their freedom” (Bhagavad Gita 3:31)

“If any do deeds of righteousness, be they male or female, and have faith, they will enter Heaven, and not the least injustice will be done to them” (Qur’an 4:124)

– Many Paths, One Truth –

“Many are the paths of men, but they all in the end come to Me” (Bhagavad Gita 4:11)

“And those who strive for Us – We will surely guide them to Our paths” (Qur’an 29:69)

– Peace –

“Know him therefore who is above reason, and let his peace give you peace” (Bhagavad Gita 3:43)

“O you who have believed, enter into peacefulness wholeheartedly” (Qur’an 2:208)

– Unselfishness –

“Set your heart upon your work, but never on its reward” (Bhagavad Gita 2:47)

“Do no favour seeking gain” (Qur’an 74:6)

– God, The Final Destination –

“He is the end of their journey” (Bhagavad Gita 5:17)

“To him you will be returned” (Qur’an 2:28)

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