The Quran is a perfectly compiled book without any variant readings or textual corruption.

The assertion that the Quran is perfectly compiled is challenged by evidence of variant readings found in Islamic sources. For instance, hadiths from Sunan Abu Dawud detail instances where different companions of the Prophet Muhammad reported varying readings of the same verses. These discrepancies indicate that the Quran was not uniformly transmitted and that different interpretations existed among early Muslims. Furthermore, the presence of multiple readings for key terms and phrases raises questions about the text's integrity and consistency. Moreover, the variations in readings, such as the different pronunciations of the word 'ghair' in Quran 4:95, highlight the lack of a singular, authoritative text during the early Islamic period. This suggests that the Quran may have been subject to alterations, whether intentional or accidental, as it was transmitted orally before being compiled into a single book. The implications of these findings are significant, as they challenge the notion of the Quran's divine preservation. In contrast, the Christian perspective emphasizes the reliability of the Bible, which, despite having various translations and interpretations, maintains a consistent message about Jesus Christ as the Word of God. Key verses such as John 1:1 affirm the divinity of Christ and the integrity of the biblical text. The historical transmission of the Bible, supported by manuscript evidence, provides a strong foundation for its authenticity and reliability compared to the Quran's variant readings.