Geisler and Saleeb provide a basic yet thorough introduction to the theology of orthodox Islam and its challenge it presents to orthodox Christianity.

As explained in the introduction, part one examines the Islam's fundamental beliefs, part two offers challenges to the claims of Islam; and part three provides evidence for the Christian claims against Islam. At the end of the third part, we are given five appendixes from covering Muslim sects and practices, the Gospel of Barnabas often cited by Muslims, common Muslim objections to the New Testament, violence taught in Islamic theology, and, finally and in particular, the Nation of Islam movement in America. Afterwards, is a glossary of Islamic terms and their meanings.

This is an informative read for those interested in understanding Islam, especially it's relation with the Christian faith. As we read in the introduction: "Since both orthodox Islam and Christianity claim to be the true religion, it is incumbent upon thinking persons to examine carefully the evidence offered by both and to make their own decision in view of the evidence" (p.12). ( )

A good introduction to Islam for Christians ( )

NO OF PAGES: 366 SUB CAT I: Islam SUB CAT II: SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: Understand the most formidable religious challenge to Christianity today! Written by a lifelong Christian and a former Muslim, this theological critique clearly presents the basic doctrines of Islam, offers a Christian response to Muslim beliefs, and argues in support of Christian claims. New preface written in light of 9/11; new appendixes; updated information.NOTES: Purchased from CBD. SUBTITLE: The Crescent in Light of the Cross

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