Islam Is
an experience of dialogue and devotion
Mary Margaret Funk
157 pages | ~4 hrs
Islam
Islam Is
an experience of dialogue and devotion
By Mary Margaret Funk
In an age where religious divisions often dominate headlines, a Benedictine nun embarks on a profound journey of discovery that challenges preconceptions and builds bridges across faith traditions. Mary Margaret Funk chronicles her extensive interfaith dialogue with American Muslims, revealing how this engagement has both challenged and transformed her understanding of spirituality.
Through years of meaningful conversation and reflection, Funk uncovers unexpected parallels between Islamic practice and her own deeply rooted Catholic faith. Her exploration moves beyond surface-level comparisons to examine the spiritual foundations that connect these two major world religions. The author addresses complex contemporary issues including terrorism, women's roles, and economic justice, offering fellow Christians a framework for approaching Islam with both honesty and authenticity.
This work represents more than academic study or theological comparison. It documents a personal spiritual journey where genuine dialogue creates space for growth and understanding. Funk's reflections demonstrate how interfaith engagement can deepen rather than diminish one's own religious convictions.
The book concludes with insights from Islamic scholar Dr. Shahid Athar, who responds to and expands upon Funk's observations, creating a true dialogue between traditions. For readers seeking to understand how different faith paths might inform and enrich their own spiritual development, this work offers a thoughtful model for approaching religious diversity with openness and respect.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Relations
- ✓ Explore Christianity and other religions
- ✓ Explore Christianity
- ✓ Explore Islam, relations, christianity
- ✓ Strengthen your faith journey
- ✓ Explore Religions
- ✓ Explore Christianity and other religions, islam
- ✓ Reconnect with nature spiritually
Topics
Details
- Published
- 2008
- Publisher
- Lantern Books
- ISBN-13
- 9781590561256
- ISBN-10
- 1590561252
- Pages
- 157
- Language
- EN
- LC Classification
- BP161.3.F86 2008
