Evangel University Libraries: Summer Institute of Islamic Studies: Introduction to Islam

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This research guide has been created to support the courses taught at the Summer Institute of Islamic Studies at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. It contains specialized multimedia resources, most of which are freely available online, as well as featured eBooks from the EU Libraries collections. This guide has added pro-Islamic authors simply in order to help reflect Islamic life and thought without in any way intending to endorse belief in Islam.

Islamic Art. Photo credit: Pixabay

Introduction to Islam

NEW: One Truth Project
SHORT STORIES about Islam, Christianity, the Trinity, the Bible, and society.
Answering Islam: A Christian-Muslim Dialog
Introductory articles, God, Jesus, The Bible, The Qur'an, Muhammad, women in Islam, under Islamic rule, Islam & terrorism, and more topics.
Index to Islam
A-Z comparative index to Islam - from the Qur'an, Hadiths, Taurat, Injil and other sources. The site is regularly updated; can be downloaded as a zip file.
A Dictionary of Islam
The doctrines, rites, ceremonies, and
customs, together with the technical and
theological terms, of the Muhammadan religion.

40 Questions about Islam by Matthew Bennett
Call Number: BP172 .B46 2020
ISBN: 9780825446221
Publication Date: 2020-03-31
A much anticipated new addition to the very popular and practical book series that answers real questions on key topics in contemporary Christianity Islam is one of the most significant forces shaping the world today, but most Christians are confused about its key beliefs and practices. Many wonder about the apparent similarities and obvious differences between Christianity and Islam, and want to reach out to Muslim friends or neighbors with the gospel but don't know where to begin. Having spent several years living in North Africa and the Middle East, missions professor Matthew Bennett guides readers through Islam's key tenants and provides answers to critical questions, such as: - Who was Muhammad and what was his message? - Do Muslims and Christians worship the same God? - What are the differences between the Qur'an and the Bible? - What is shariah law ? - What is the Islamic view of salvation? - What happens in the mosque? - Is Islam inherently misogynistic? - Do Muslims and Christians worship the same God? - How should a Christian share the gospel with Muslims? Helpful summaries at the end of each chapter encapsulate important information, followed by discussion questions useful for personal or small-group study. Whether you want to understand Islam better or reach Muslims for Christ, 40 Questions on Islam is an indispensable primer and reference book.

Testimonials

A Muslim Journey to Hope
"This site presents the true stories of people who have had a life-changing experience. Each story is true, each story is different. Women and men. Young and old. Rich and poor, From many countries in the world. But each story tells how each of these people has found hope."
A Muslim Journey to Hope - video testimonies
Nabeel Qureshi's Testimony
"Islam Through the Eyes of Muslims" - a video lecture at Biola University (1:15 hrs)
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This lecture is part of a series of lectures delivered by Qureshi on Islam.

Understanding Islam

Mark Durie: Podcasts and Sermons
"This site brings together Mark Durie’s reflections and teachings on the relationship between faith and worldviews, including materials on understanding Islam,and discipling followers of Christ from a Muslim background."
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"Mark Durie is a pastor and academic. He writes and speaks on a wide range of topics which include the connection between faith and culture, freedom of religion, the persecution of religious minorities, particularly non-Muslims living under the Islamic sharia, the origin and history of Islam, and discipling new Christians."
Mark Durie: Islam Blog

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