Muslims next door : uncovering myths and creating friendships
Title:
Muslims next door : uncovering myths and creating friendships
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Summary:
This insiderś view of how North American Muslims think and live goes beyond false stereotypes and provides practical suggestions on how to establish friendships that can point to Christ. Since September 11, 2001, Americans are more curious about the followers of Islam. We can no longer afford to be ignorant of such an influential and historical world religion. "Muslims next door" dispels commonly held myths and helps readers to better understand how Muslims think. Author Shirin Taber comes from a multicultural background and has lived in Iran, France, and Turkey, and now in the United States. Stories of her experiences as well as from interviews with Muslims help readers understand the human side of Islam. Each chapter contains questions for reflection to use in group settings. The book also includes a glossary of Islamic terms.
Year Published:
2004
Physical Description:
137 p. ; 21 cm.
Contents:
Introduction : Why I've written this book -- Across the street and next door -- PART ONE: UNCOVERING COMMON MYTHS: Muslims and Christians have nothing in common spiritually -- All Muslims are Arab -- All Muslims hate the West -- Women are oppressed by Islam -- All Muslims are radical fundamentalists -- PART TWO: CREATING FRIENDSHIPS: Entertaining, Muslim style -- Forging alliances through our families -- Relating to Muslims in the workplace -- Befriending Muslims on campus -- Being authentic about our faith.
Electronic Access:
Table of contents http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0417/2004008351.html
ISBN:
9780310255642
Publisher:
Grand Rapids, Mich. : Zondervan, 2004.
