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Chapter 7 — Novelty in the Teachings of Muhammad 311 Summary Comparison of Spiritual Teachings issue bible quran 1 Nearness to God Only for Jews or Christians For all human beings alike 2 Purpose of Prayer To praise God Seeking God’s nearness 3 Purpose of Life Unclear Worship of God 4 Means for attain- ing the purpose of life No Guidance Prayer 5 Revelation Ended in the past Ongoing and continuous 6 Prayer Vague teachings Explicit with its philosophy 7 Worship Limited in time and place All times, at all places 8 Religious leaders Specific persons Open for everyone 9 Means to reach God Imperfect guidance Detailed directions 10 Spiritual status Imperfect description Explicit with its philosophy In short, be it religious beliefs, the deeds or issues concerning spirituality, the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad s as is new in every respect. The special characteristics of this teaching