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Acknowledgment of God: Both Surah Fatihah and the Bible emphasize the existence and importance of God. For example, Surah Fatihah begins with "In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful" and goes on to praise God as the "Lord of the Worlds." Similarly, the Bible contains many references to God, including the Ten Commandments which begin with "I am the Lord your God." Prayer and supplication: Surah Fatihah is a prayer that Muslims recite during their daily prayers, and it contains many supplications to God for guidance and help. Similarly, the Bible contains many examples of prayers and supplications, such as the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13. Forgiveness and mercy: Both Surah Fatihah and the Bible emphasize the importance of forgiveness and mercy. For example, Surah Fatihah includes the supplication "Guide us to the straight path... the path of those whom you have favored; not of those who have earned [Your] anger, nor of those who go astray." Similarly, the Bible contains many references to forgiveness and mercy, such as in Psalm 103:8-10: "The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. He will not always chide, nor will he keep his anger forever. He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities." Judgment and accountability: Both Surah Fatihah and the Bible emphasize the idea of judgment and accountability for one's actions.

Monotheism: Surah Fatihah emphasizes the oneness of God and the importance of monotheism, which is a central tenet of Islam. In contrast, while the Bible acknowledges the existence of one God, it also contains references to the Trinity, which is a belief that God is three persons in one: the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. Prophets: Both Surah Fatihah and the Bible contain stories of prophets and messengers of God, but there are differences in the specific prophets that are emphasized. For example, Surah Fatihah mentions Abraham and Moses, while the Bible also contains stories of other prophets such as Elijah, Isaiah, and John the Baptist. Beliefs about Jesus: While both the Quran and the Bible mention Jesus, they have different beliefs about his nature and role. For example, Christians believe that Jesus is the son of God and the savior of humanity, while Muslims believe that he was a prophet and messenger of God.

Belief in One God: Both Surah Fatihah and the Torah emphasize the belief in one God and the importance of monotheism. Emphasis on Abraham: Both Surah Fatihah and the Torah contain references to the Prophet Abraham, who is revered as a central figure in both Islam and Judaism. Emphasis on Moses: Both Surah Fatihah and the Torah contain references to the Prophet Moses, who is also a central figure in both Islam and Judaism. Importance of Prayer: Both Surah Fatihah and the Torah emphasize the importance of prayer and communication with God. Emphasis on Mercy: Both Surah Fatihah and the Torah contain references to the mercy of God and the importance of seeking forgiveness. Emphasis on Justice: Both Surah Fatihah and the Torah contain references to the importance of justice and treating others fairly.

Prophets: While both Surah Fatihah and the Torah contain references to prophets such as Abraham and Moses, there are differences in the way they are depicted. For example, the Torah emphasizes the role of Moses as the lawgiver and liberator of the Jewish people, while Surah Fatihah emphasizes the prophetic role of Moses as a messenger of God. Beliefs about God: While both Surah Fatihah and the Torah emphasize the belief in one God, there are differences in the way God is depicted. For example, the Torah emphasizes the relationship between God and the Jewish people, while Surah Fatihah emphasizes the relationship between God and all of humanity. Language and Style: The Torah is written primarily in Hebrew, while Surah Fatihah is written in Arabic. The two texts also have distinct styles, with the Torah containing narrative and legalistic sections, while Surah Fatihah is written in a highly poetic and rhetorical style. Emphasis on Jesus: While Surah Fatihah mentions Jesus as a prophet, the Torah does not contain any references to Jesus. Historical Context: Surah Fatihah was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad in 610 CE in the Arabian Peninsula, while the Torah was written over a period of centuries in ancient Israel. Organization and Structure: Surah Fatihah is a single chapter in the Quran, while the Torah is organized into books, chapters, and verses.