Orthodox Christians and Islam in the Postmodern Age

Erscheinungsjahr 2012
ISBN: 978-90-04-22803-0
Verlag: Brill

Buch, Englisch, Band 16, 258 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 239 mm, Gewicht: 1220 g

Reihe: The History of Christian-Muslim Relations

The patristic, ecclesiological, and liturgical revival in the Orthodox Church has had a profound impact on world Orthodoxy and the ecumenical movement. Orthodox leaders have also contributed to the movement’s efforts in inter-religious dialogue, especially with Muslims. Yet this book is the first comprehensive attempt to assess an Orthodox ‘position’ on Islam. It explains why, despite being neighbors for centuries, relations between Orthodox Christians and Muslims have become increasingly complex as internal and external forces challenge their ability to understand each other and live in peace. It demonstrates how a growing number of Orthodox scholars and leaders have reframed the discussion on Islam, while endorsing and participating in dialogue with Muslims. It shows how a positive relationship with Muslims (and Islam in a general sense) is an essential aspect of Orthodox Christians’ historical past, present identity, and future aspirations.

Zielgruppe

All those interested in the modern history and theology of Orthodox Christianity, Muslim-Christian relations, Mediterranean and Eastern European studies, the role of religion in forming identity, and religion and politics.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sharp, Andrew

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Christentum, Christliche Theologie Christentum/Christliche Theologie Allgemein
• Geisteswissenschaften Religionswissenschaft Religionswissenschaft Allgemein Religionsgeschichte
• Geisteswissenschaften Islam & Islamische Studien Islam & Islamische Studien
• Geisteswissenschaften Religionswissenschaft Religionswissenschaft Allgemein Dialog & Beziehungen zwischen Religionen
• Geisteswissenschaften Religionswissenschaft Religionswissenschaft Allgemein Religiöser Fundamentalismus

Über Autor(innen)

Sharp, Andrew
Andrew M. Sharp, Ph.D. (2010), University of Birmingham, teaches at Virginia Commonwealth University and was previously an instructor at the College of William and Mary. His writings have appeared in Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations and the Oxford Dictionary of Islam.