MISS 0785 - Christianity and Islam

Cross-listed as THEO 0785.

Events in the fall of 2001 brought Islam and Muslims to the forefront of world attention. For several decades Islam has been growing rapidly around the globe. Today, Islam is the second largest religion with 1.3 billion people. You no longer have to go to Asia or the Middle East to see mosques; they are springing up all across Canada. Your next-door neighbour may be a Muslim. During the 1990s Muslim population in Canada increased by 158%. During the last two decades, events in the Muslim world have affected the globe politically and economically. Islam as a religion and a political force is experiencing a noteworthy resurgence.

This course will offer a comprehensive study of Islam: its main teachings and beliefs. We will study the social and political impact of Islam on our contemporary world. A variety of topics such as the role of women, the struggle in the way of God or jihad will be explored. Special emphases will be given to understanding theological differences between the Christian faith and Islam. Human nature and sin, the person and work of Christ, the Christian Trinity and the trustworthiness of the Bible will be covered and reflected upon theologically. Offered bi-annually.

Prerequisites
None