Description |
1 online resource |
Series |
Library of Middle East history ; 59 |
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Library of Middle East history ; v. 59.
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Contents |
Introduction -- Part One. The Life and Thought of Ismai'l al-Faruqi: 1. A Biography of Isma'il al-Faruqi; 2. The Development of His Life and Thought -- Part Two. The Development and Application of Methodology: 3. Philosophical Foundations and Early Methodology (1948-1962); 4. Comparative, Meta-Religious and Dialogical Principles (1963-1968); 5. Methodological Applications and Responses (1969-1986) -- Part Three. Critical Analysis and Contributions: 6. A Critique and Analysis; 7. Al-Faruqi's Contributions to Dialogue -- Conclusion |
Summary |
Christian-Muslim dialogue grows increasingly important, but little is known about individual Muslim dialogical thinkers. Born in Palestine in 1921, Ismail al-Faruqi was a leading figure in the development of conversation and debate across faiths in North America in the second half of the twentieth century, and was actively engaged in inter-faith study and dialogue. Here, Charles Fletcher presents an illuminating study of the life and thought of this important scholar. Tracing the development of al-Faruqi's ideas and practice of inter-faith dialogue, Fletcher also shows how Muslim intellectuals engaged in such attempts viewed their role as representatives of the worldwide Muslim community. With perceptive insights into the history of contemporary Muslim-Christian dialogue, this book will be invaluable for all those interested in inter-faith relations, comparative religious studies, North American Muslims and Islamic studies |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed April 10, 2018) |
Subject |
Al-Faruqi, Ismaʼil R., 1921-1986.
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SUBJECT |
Al-Faruqi, Ismaʼil R., 1921-1986 fast |
Subject |
Islam -- Relations -- Christianity -- History -- 21st century
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RELIGION -- Islam -- General.
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Christianity
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Interfaith relations
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Islam
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Genre/Form |
History
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Form |
Electronic book
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ISBN |
9780857738288 |
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0857738283 |
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