Through Force or Faith? — Page 281
Chapter 7 — Novelty in the Teachings of Muhammad 281 Summary of Comparison of Teachings Related to Economy issue bible quran 1 Inheritance Women have no rights if the sons are alive Men and women both have their share regardless 2 Inheritance First born son has double the share All sons have equal share 3 Inheritance Only a few heirs Circle of heirs much wider 4 Financial dealings Different rules for own people and other All have same standard 5 Wealth accumulation New testament for- bids it Discourages con- centration in a few hands 6 Basis for taxation On entire income On yearly idle surplus 7 For young or immature No guidance Guardianship 8 Financial sacrifice Rudimentary instructions Detailed and comprehensive instructions