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Mary in the Quran: Friend of God, Virgin, Mother
Mary in the Quran: Friend of God, Virgin, Mother
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An entire surah of the Qurʾan bears her name. She is the only woman mentioned by name in the Qurʾan; her name appears more frequently than that of either Muhammad or Jesus. From the earliest times to the present day, Mary has continued to be held in high regard by Christians and Muslims alike. And yet Mary has also been the cause of much rancour and tension between these two world religions. In this groundbreaking study, Muna Tatari and Klaus von Stosch painstakingly reconstruct the picture of Mary that is presented in the Qurʾan and show how veneration of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Roman Catholic Church intersects and interacts with the testimony of the Qurʾan. Their sensitive and scholarly treatise is an important contribution to constructive interfaith dialogue in the 21st century. Contents include discussions on Mary in the Christian tradition, her depiction in the Qurʾan, her role in Islamic systematic theology, and implications for comparative theology from both Christian and Islamic perspectives.
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One Line Summary
Explores Mary’s sacred role in both Islam and Christianity.
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Who is this book for?
This book offers a thoughtful comparison of the reverence of Mary in Islam and Christianity, delving into her profound spiritual significance across faiths. If you're curious about interfaith connections and theological insights, this exploration provides a balanced and scholarly perspective that can deepen your understanding of both traditions.