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SECT. IV. From comparing Mahomet with Christ.

LET ns now compare the adjuncts and circumstances of each doctrine together, that we may see which is to be preferred to the other: and first let us examine their authors, Mahomet himself confessed that Jesus was the Messiah promised in the law and the prophets; he is called by Mahomet himself the word, mind, and wisdom of God; he is also said by him to have had no father amongst men. Mahomet is acknowledged by his own disciples, to have been begotten according to the common course of nature. Jesus led an innocent life, against which no objection can be made. Mahomet was a long time a robber, and always effeminate. Jesus was taken up into heaven, by the confession of Mahomet; but Mahomet remains in the grave. And now can any one doubt which to follow?