An overview of Muslim faith and practice with special attention to comparisons with Christianity, varieties of expression, and their implications for Christian witness.

•Acquire an overview of the field of Islamic studies as a basis for further specialized study and ministry.
•Understand the similarities and differences between Christian faith and Islamic faith and their varieties in order to form a basis for relevant Christian witness.

Class meets as a one-week intensive.

If already read, select other books from a supplementary reading list or book approved by instructor.
"The World of Islam: Resources for Understanding" CD-ROM. Colorado Springs, CO: Global Mapping International 2000. (includes all required readings except Moucarry and about 60 books and articles, plus maps, pictures, and annotated bibliography.
Braswell, George W., Jr. Islam: Its Prophet, Peoples, Politics and Power. Nashville, TN: Broadman and Holman Publishers, 1996.
Kateregga, Badru D. and David W. Shenk. Islam and Christianity: A Muslim and a Christian in Dialogue. Nairobi: Uzima Press, 1980 (reprint).
Moucarry, Chawkat. The Prophet and the Messiah. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2001.
Qur'an. Preferably the translation of A. Yusuf Ali or A. J. Arberry (Macmillan).

1. Interaction reports on each required book (Due March 21, 2003).
2. Term Paper due the last day of the quarter in which you evaluate the qur'anic Jesus and suggest how it can serve as a bridge for interpreting the biblical Jesus (Due March 21, 2003).
3. Th.M. Students only: Write a biblical perspective on Muhammad (5 pages—please note relevant books on reserve) (Due March 21, 2003).

Foundational course for Islamic Studies concentration. Meets Min 8 requirement for M.Div. Program. Meets Globalization requirement for M.A. Theology Program.