HOW HAS READING THE KORAN IMPACTED YOUR IDEAS OF ISLAM?

Reading The Koran has given me a better understanding of the Islam Religion. Islam is the religion of the Muslims, a monotheistic faith regarded as revealed through Muhammad as the Prophet of Allah. Before reading the Koran I did not know anything about Islam beyond the everyday things I see Muslims do. The Koran to me is more strict than The Bible, its more of a step by step document on how Allah wants the people to live. I think the bible is more open for interpretation which is the cause of the many conflicts that arise between Christians when it comes to them practicing different. The Koran surprised me when it talked about other religions. I never thought that t would touch on other religions beliefs when speaking about the Islam religion as well. Also, the fact the it is told by the Prophet Muhammad and the idea that that is a clear fact unlike the books of other religions was really cool to me. I got more insight on the rules and regulations of the Islam religion. I know see why they do not eat pork, pray so often and dress the way they do. All these things are explained in their religious book. After reading the Koran I now understand why Muslims are so persistent and strict about the way they live.