One night on an adventure trip, I was alone in a tent with my dear friend Anika, a fellow adventurer with a strong sense of faith. He confided that he couldn’t sleep well in the dark and began to pray in Arabic. His act ignited my curiosity, prompting a deep conversation about the values of our respective religions.

This exchange was far more than a mere debate; it became a journey of compassion and understanding. As we discussed our faiths, I began to discern the striking similarities between Christianity and Islam. Anika’s genuine embodiment of his faith resonated deeply with my own beliefs. The pivotal moment arrived when we both questioned the exclusivity of our respective faiths. Together, we explored the possibility that different religions are like different reflections of the same truth. This experience made me question my previous assumptions and led me to a profound realization that fundamental teachings of religion, regardless of the specific faith, can provide valuable groundings for life. Thus, regardless of the pathway, I realized we all strive for the same moral virtue, the same truth.