Dr. Bonnie Sue Lewis, Associate Professor of World Christianity
March 21 – May 1
Course Description: This seminar will provide an introduction to the historical, cultural and religious background of Islam and its complex relationship with Christianity. It will examine a common heritage as “people of the Book,” as well as divergent understandings of that heritage by exploring Qur’anic and Christian texts. It will also seek to provide awareness of the multidimensional facets of Islam and how, as Christians, we can address the issues, approach Muslim neighbors, and seek common ground through building friendships with those who also are seeking to know and honor God. (Class will not meet April 11-17, Holy Week) (Click Here to read more about this class!)
Required Texts:
- Nasr, Seyyed Hossein, Islam: Religion, History, and Civilization
- Taber, Shirin, Muslims Next Door: Uncovering Myths and Creating Friendships
- The Qur’an (any translation)
- Selected articles will be posted to the Moodle site for download
- Teacher: Bonnie Sue Lewis