Religious tradition is generally informed by scripture and these religious traditions are considered sacred and central to their religious tradition. In Islam, scripture is considered the word of God and therefore attributed to the divine, while Buddhist scripture consists of the actual words of the Buddha and attributed to its human authors. Even though the scriptures of both religions have been attributed to divine or human authors, Islam and Buddhism have used their religious scriptures to influence and regulate the lives of religious people who follow their beliefs and religious tradition. The Quran, which is the most sacred text in Islam, is considered a revelation from God (Allah). They were received by the Prophet Muhammad, who is the greatest and last prophet of Islam (LaGrone, 3). Fisher describes the life of Muhammad, where as a young child he grew up in poverty and was a person always sympathetic towards the poor and disadvantaged. He is also described as a thoughtful and trustworthy character, and although Muhammad should not be revered by Muslims, his life story is considered an important model (Fisher, 379). Muhammad grew up in Arabia and knew other monotheistic communities, namely the Jews. and Christians, he rejected the idol worship of the majority of Arabs (LaGrone, 3). Muhammad was known for going on spiritual retreats, spending much time in solidarity and reflection, which gave him the opportunity to contemplate away from the world (Fisher, 380). It was during one of these spiritual retreats in Ramadan, when he was forty years old, that he began to have revelations, and it was the angel Gabriel who came to him......middle of paper......e in them and are instructions for putting into practice what they teach in order to achieve enlightenment. Buddhism has adapted well throughout its history to a new environment, which has allowed this religion to flourish. Like Islam, this religion is practiced all over the world today. There are daily rituals that all Muslims must follow according to the five pillars of faith. The Quran in its original language has not changed since the scripture was written and is just as important and valuable to those who follow this religion today as it was when it was created. Islam and Buddhism are very involved religions. Their followers strongly believe in the teachings and stories provided in the scriptures. They are devoted and committed to the words of the scriptures, and this is seen in the daily practice of religions..