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Routledge - The Beginnings of Christian Theology in Arabic

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Explore the historical religious landscape of the early Islamic period with this scholarly collection from Routledge. This volume serves as a vital companion to Professor Griffith's previous work, Arabic Christianity in the Monasteries of 9th-Century Palestine. It examines how Christian communities living within the early Islamic world responded to new religious challenges. The text analyzes the specific methods used by Christian apologists to defend their doctrines. By studying these historical accounts, readers can see how these writers adopted the modes of discourse, known as kalam, that were used by Muslim controversialists to advance Islamic claims. This study provides a clear look at how Christian thinkers developed a unique way of communicating their faith in a changing world. This book is an essential resource for students and researchers interested in ancient history, religious studies, and the complex encounters between different faiths during the early Islamic era. It offers deep insight into the linguistic and theological shifts that occurred as Christian writers began to utilize Arabic to express their traditions.

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Complements previous research by Professor Griffith on 9th-century Palestinian monasteries.

Analyzes the response of Christians to religious challenges in the early Islamic world.

Examines the use of kalam, or modes of discourse, by Christian apologists.

Studies how Christian writers adopted methods used by Muslim controversialists.

Provides historical context on the development of Christian theology in Arabic.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 086078889X
Category: Books > Subjects > History > Ancient History & Civilisation
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 04 November 2002
Listed Since: 16 December 2006

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