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Interfaith

Living alongside Christians, Jews and people of other faiths. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.

Do Muslims believe in Joseph?

Yes, Muslims believe Joseph (Yusuf) was a prophet. Surah Yusuf tells his whole story, which the Quran itself calls the best of stories.

Yes, Muslims believe in Abraham (Ibrahim) as a great prophet and friend of God, honored in every prayer, in Hajj and on Eid al-Adha.

Yes, Muslims believe in Moses (Musa) as a major prophet. God spoke to him and gave him the Torah, and he is named in the Quran more than anyone.

In a basic sense, yes: both worship the God of Abraham. "Allah" is Arabic for God. The Trinity is the key difference.

Yes, Muslims believe in one God, so Jesus isn't God. But Islam honors him as the Messiah and a great prophet.

Yes. Jews have embraced Islam since the Prophet's time. Islam honors Moses and the prophets of Israel. Here's what changes.