If Muslims and Christians believe in the Torah why don’t they follow it?

 Muslims and Christians both recognize the Torah as a sacred scripture. However, their religious practices and legal frameworks are based on their respective religious traditions and scriptures—the Quran for Muslims and the Bible for Christians. While there is a shared recognition of certain common elements and figures, the differences in theological beliefs, religious practices, and legal codes result from the unique teachings found in the Quran and the New Testament.

Let's explore these aspects for each faith:

### Muslims:

1. **Quran as the Final Revelation:** Muslims believe that the Quran is the final and complete revelation from God (Allah) to humanity, superseding previous scriptures, including the Torah. The Quran is considered by Muslims to be the literal word of God as revealed to Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel.

2. **Sharia Law:** Islamic jurisprudence, known as Sharia, is primarily derived from the Quran and the Hadith (sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad). While the Quran does contain references to earlier prophets and scriptures, including Moses and the Torah, Muslims follow the specific legal and ethical guidelines outlined in the Quran.

### Christians:

1. **New Testament:** Christians, particularly those who follow the teachings of Jesus Christ, recognize both the Old Testament (which includes the Torah) and the New Testament as sacred scriptures. The New Testament, containing the Gospels and other writings, presents the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus.

2. **New Covenant:** Christians believe that the coming of Jesus marked a new covenant between God and humanity. While the Old Testament is seen as foundational and contains moral and ethical teachings, Christians follow the teachings of Jesus and the apostles as recorded in the New Testament.

In summary, while Muslims and Christians hold the Torah in esteem as part of their shared religious heritage, their primary religious practices and beliefs are centered on their distinct scriptures—the Quran for Muslims and the Bible (including the New Testament) for Christians. Each religious tradition interprets its respective scripture within its theological framework, and followers adhere to the teachings and laws outlined in those scriptures.