Authors: David W. Shenk
ISBN-13: 9780836192520, ISBN-10: 0836192524
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Herald Press
Date Published: June 2003
Edition: (Non-applicable)
Islam and Christianity often appear at opposite and unbridgeable poles, both committed to world mission. Given the political tension and violent acts that have surrounded these two major world religions, it is essential for both sides to understand the other's history, beliefs, traditions, and vision for the future. This invaluable resource from an expert in comparative religious studies examines Islam and Christianity at their deepest spiritual, cultural, and communal levels. It explores the similarities and differences found in Isaac and Ishmael, Jesus and Muhammad, the Bible and the Qur'an, Jerusalem and Medina, the Eucharist and the Hajj, the Church and the Ummah. Reflecting years of conversations and dialogue with Muslim friends, Shenk's story and theology is filled with anecdote and personal experience that bridges the poles and builds understanding.
Foreword | 9 | |
Preface | 11 | |
1. | Different Journeys | 21 |
2. | Out of Arabia | 40 |
3. | In the Garden | 51 |
4. | Sons of Abraham: Ishmael--Isaac | 65 |
5. | Leaders: the Seal of the Prophets--the Messiah | 77 |
6. | Scriptures: the Qur'an--the Bible | 95 |
7. | Revelation: Tanzil--Incarnation | 113 |
8. | Power: the Hijrah--the Cross | 129 |
9. | Holy Cities: Medina--Jerusalem | 143 |
10. | One God: Tawhid--Trinity | 161 |
11. | Pilgrimage: the Hajj--the Eucharist | 176 |
12. | Two Ways: Shari'a--the Holy Spirit | 190 |
13. | Prayer: Salat--Fellowship | 207 |
14. | Global Mission: the Ummah--the Church | 223 |
15. | Concluding Comment | 240 |
Notes | 243 | |
Glossary | 253 | |
Annotated Bibliography | 265 | |
Index | 277 | |
The Author | 283 |