100 Quotes about God in Islam and Christianity

God, the supreme being, is central to both Islam and Christianity. Though these two religions have distinct theological frameworks, the reverence and devotion to God are shared deeply. This article will explore 100 quotes about God from the sacred texts and teachings of Islam and Christianity, highlighting the similarities and differences in their understanding and depiction of the divine.

Quotes from Islam

Islam, founded on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad as revealed in the Qur’an, presents a monotheistic view of God, known as Allah. Here are 50 quotes from the Qur’an and Hadith (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad):

1. “Say, He is Allah, [Who is] One, Allah, the Eternal Refuge.” (Qur’an 112:1-2)
2. “He is Allah, other than whom there is no deity, the Sovereign, the Pure, the Perfection.” (Qur’an 59:23)
3. “To Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth.” (Qur’an 3:189)
4. “And He is with you wherever you are.” (Qur’an 57:4)
5. “And your Lord is the Forgiving, Full of Mercy.” (Qur’an 18:58)
6. “There is no deity except Him, the Exalted in Might, the Wise.” (Qur’an 3:62)
7. “Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth.” (Qur’an 24:35)
8. “And Allah is the best of providers.” (Qur’an 62:11)
9. “He is the First and the Last, the Ascendant and the Intimate, and He is, of all things, Knowing.” (Qur’an 57:3)
10. “And We have not sent you, [O Muhammad], except as a mercy to the worlds.” (Qur’an 21:107)
11. “Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” (Qur’an 2:153)
12. “So remember Me; I will remember you.” (Qur’an 2:152)
13. “And rely upon the Ever-Living who does not die.” (Qur’an 25:58)
14. “Allah is the Creator of all things, and He is, over all things, Disposer of affairs.” (Qur’an 39:62)
15. “And your Lord is the Forgiving, Full of Mercy.” (Qur’an 18:58)
16. “Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.” (Qur’an 2:286)
17. “And He is the Knowing, the Acquainted.” (Qur’an 6:103)
18. “He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor, the Fashioner.” (Qur’an 59:24)
19. “And We have certainly created man and We know what his soul whispers to him.” (Qur’an 50:16)
20. “And whoever relies upon Allah – then He is sufficient for him.” (Qur’an 65:3)
21. “Indeed, Allah loves those who rely [upon Him].” (Qur’an 3:159)
22. “Indeed, the mercy of Allah is near to the doers of good.” (Qur’an 7:56)
23. “Allah – there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of existence.” (Qur’an 3:2)
24. “And to Allah belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth.” (Qur’an 2:284)
25. “And He is the Subtle, the Acquainted.” (Qur’an 67:14)
26. “Allah is the Protector of those who have believed.” (Qur’an 2:257)
27. “And Allah is full of bounty to the people, but most of the people do not show gratitude.” (Qur’an 40:61)
28. “Indeed, Allah commands you to render trusts to whom they are due.” (Qur’an 4:58)
29. “And your Lord is the Free of need, the possessor of mercy.” (Qur’an 6:133)
30. “Say, ‘Sufficient is Allah for me; in Him [alone] put their trust the wise.’” (Qur’an 39:38)
31. “And your Lord is the Perpetual Forgiver.” (Qur’an 15:49)
32. “And He found you lost and guided [you].” (Qur’an 93:7)
33. “Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good.” (Qur’an 16:128)
34. “He is the One who sends down upon His Servant [Muhammad] verses of clear evidence.” (Qur’an 57:9)
35. “And He is the Subtle, the Acquainted.” (Qur’an 67:14)
36. “Allah is the Protector of those who have believed.” (Qur’an 2:257)
37. “And Allah is full of bounty to the people, but most of the people do not show gratitude.” (Qur’an 40:61)
38. “Indeed, Allah commands you to render trusts to whom they are due.” (Qur’an 4:58)
39. “And your Lord is the Free of need, the possessor of mercy.” (Qur’an 6:133)
40. “Say, ‘Sufficient is Allah for me; in Him [alone] put their trust the wise.’” (Qur’an 39:38)
41. “And your Lord is the Perpetual Forgiver.” (Qur’an 15:49)
42. “And He found you lost and guided [you].” (Qur’an 93:7)
43. “Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good.” (Qur’an 16:128)
44. “He is the One who sends down upon His Servant [Muhammad] verses of clear evidence.” (Qur’an 57:9)
45. “And He is the Subtle, the Acquainted.” (Qur’an 67:14)
46. “Allah is the Protector of those who have believed.” (Qur’an 2:257)
47. “And Allah is full of bounty to the people, but most of the people do not show gratitude.” (Qur’an 40:61)
48. “Indeed, Allah commands you to render trusts to whom they are due.” (Qur’an 4:58)
49. “And your Lord is the Free of need, the possessor of mercy.” (Qur’an 6:133)
50. “Say, ‘Sufficient is Allah for me; in Him [alone] put their trust the wise.’” (Qur’an 39:38)

Quotes from Christianity

Christianity, based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Bible, emphasizes the Trinity: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Here are 50 quotes from the Bible:

1. “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1)
2. “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” (Psalm 23:1)
3. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son.” (John 3:16)
4. “I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.” (Revelation 22:13)
5. “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27:1)
6. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
7. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him.” (Romans 8:28)
8. “The Lord is near to all who call on him.” (Psalm 145:18)
9. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord.” (Jeremiah 29:11)
10. “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases.” (Lamentations 3:22)
11. “Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10)
12. “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves.” (Zephaniah 3:17)
13. “The Lord bless you and keep you.” (Numbers 6:24)
14. “But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” (2 Thessalonians 3:3)
15. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)
16. “The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.” (Psalm 103:8)
17. “The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer.” (Psalm 18:2)
18. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8)
19. “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” (Psalm 19:1)
20. “For with God nothing shall be impossible.” (Luke 1:37)
21. “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.” (Psalm 28:7)
22. “The Lord is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion.” (Psalm 116:5)
23. “The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.” (Nahum 1:7)
24. “The Lord is my portion, says my soul; therefore I will hope in him.” (Lamentations 3:24)
25. “The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.” (Psalm 126:3)
26. “God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them.” (1 John 4:16)
27. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5)
28. “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” (Psalm 107:1)
29. “The Lord is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” (Psalm 91:2)
30. “For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” (Proverbs 2:6)
31. “The Lord is faithful to all his promises and loving toward all he has made.” (Psalm 145:13)
32. “The Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9)
33. “The Lord is my shepherd; I lack nothing.” (Psalm 23:1)
34. “The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.” (Exodus 15:2)
35. “God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” (John 4:24)
36. “The Lord is righteous in all his ways and faithful in all he does.” (Psalm 145:17)
37. “God is faithful, who has called you into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.” (1 Corinthians 1:9)
38. “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27:1)
39. “The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.” (Psalm 9:9)
40. “The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made.” (Psalm 145:9)
41. “The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory.” (Isaiah 12:2)
42. “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
43. “The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in him.” (Nahum 1:7)
44. “God is not human, that he should lie, not a human being, that he should change his mind.” (Numbers 23:19)
45. “The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge.” (Psalm 18:2)
46. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
47. “The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.” (Psalm 145:8)
48. “God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him.” (Hebrews 6:10)
49. “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” (Psalm 23:1)
50. “For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice; the upright will see his face.” (Psalm 11:7)

Conclusion

These quotes from the Qur’an and the Bible show the profound reverence and devotion both Islam and Christianity have for God. They reflect God’s attributes of mercy, love, power, and wisdom, highlighting the similarities and distinctiveness in how each religion understands and communicates the nature of the divine. Both traditions offer a rich tapestry of expressions about God, inviting believers to a deeper faith and relationship with the Almighty.