An Introduction to Islam for Jews

An Introduction to Islam for Jews
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Muslim-Jewish relations in the United States, Israel, and Europe are tenuous. Jews and Muslims struggle to understand one another and know little about each otherâ€™s traditions and beliefs. Firestone explains the remarkable similarities and profound differences between Judaism and Islam, the complex history of Jihad, the legal and religious positions of Jews in the world of Islam, how various expressions of Islam (Sunni, Shi`a, Sufi, Salafi, etc.) regard Jews, the range of Muslim views about Israel, and much more. He addresses these issues and others with candor and integrity, and he writes with language, symbols, and ideas that make sense to Jews. Exploring these subjects in todayâ€™s vexed political climate is a delicate undertaking. Firestone draws on the research and writings of generations of Muslim, Jewish, and other scholars, as well as his own considerable expertise in this field. The bookâ€™s tone is neither disparaging, apologetic, nor triumphal. Firestone provides many original sources in translation, as well as an appendix of additional key sources in context. Most importantly, this book is readable and reasoned, presenting to readers for the first time the complexity of Islam and its relationship toward Jews and Judaism.
Country USA
Brand Jewish Publication Society
Manufacturer JEWISH PUBLICATON SOCIETY
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780827608641
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Jewish Publication Society
Manufacturer	JEWISH PUBLICATON SOCIETY
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780827608641
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

An Introduction to Islam for Jews

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