Islam is a monotheistic religion based on the teachings of the prophet Muhammad and the Qur’an, which Muslims believe is the word of God as revealed to Muhammad. Muslims follow the Five Pillars of Islam, which include the belief in one God and the prophet Muhammad, daily prayer, charity, fasting during Ramadan, and the pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in a lifetime.
Buddhism is a religion and philosophy based on the teachings of the Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama, who lived in ancient India. Buddhists follow the Four Noble Truths, which state that suffering is an inherent part of life, that suffering arises from craving and attachment, that suffering can be overcome, and that the end of suffering is the Eightfold Path. The Eightfold Path consists of the right understanding, right intention, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and right concentration.
While Islam and Buddhism have similarities in that they emphasize the importance of compassion, non-violence, and spiritual development, they have many differences in their beliefs and practices.
