The second-largest religion in the world, Islam has long exercised the minds of Christians. Since A.D. 610, when Muhammad was believed to have received one of his revelations to God,
The faith rapidly took over Christian areas across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa Europe and established the two religions on an antagonistic basis, which has lasted throughout the caliphates’ eras, crusades and colonization.
Muhammad first saw his interactions with God as an extension of the message received from the Bible and referred to Jews as well as Christians as “People of the Book.” However, even though the treatment of non-Muslims shifted between moments of tranquillity and war and war, the doctrine of the Quran made it clear that there was a religious distinction. Islam regards Jesus solely as a human prophet and does not believe in his crucifixion.
However, there’s a lot that binds Christians with Muslims. The five foundations of Islam advocate the doctrine of monotheism, prayer, fasting, almsgiving, pilgrimage, and prayer. Certain religious expressions seek mystical communion with God, while others focus on adherence to the law of God in a pietistic manner.
Both religions strive to spread their faith, take care of people, and anticipate the judgment to be imposed. Even as those who follow each religion debate the role of militantism, history has attested to the sacrifice of blood to honour God.
Although Islam isn’t experiencing the same degree of schism that Christianity, Muslims debate within–and create divisions within the umma, a global group of Islam.
Muslim diversity also includes culture. While Islam was founded in present-day Saudi Arabia and is generally linked to its surroundings in the Arab Middle East, Indonesia is the most populous Muslim nation. Its highest increase in population is located in Africa.
Nearly 50 countries boast a Muslim majority, and significant minorities are found throughout India and China as well. Islam was founded through the migration of communities and individual conversions within Europe and the Americas. Each region has put their distinctive stamp on the religion, and Muslims have the same trends towards secularism and syncretism similar to Christians.
In the book lists to follow, C.T. has asked regional experts to choose the most effective sources for evangelical Christians to gain knowledge and understanding about Islam, both from Muslims and Christians who have dedicated years to establishing connections with the Muslim community.
The books selected do not just provide evangelism paths but also promote cooperation to serve mutual benefit. They are a reflection of the diverse nature of Islam as well as, up to a lesser extent, the variety of the evangelical approach to Islam.
While none are worthy of our complete endorsement, we offer them to Muslims and Christians alike, hoping for greater understanding, peace, harmony, and love among our communities. Take time to read, pray, and consider.
Categories: PRAYER (Salat), ALMS (Zakat), SAWN (Fasting) HAJJ (Pilgrimage) & DUA (Supplications), The Holy Quran, Quran Jaz 1- 114
