A picture of Hagia Sophia, heavy with Christian and Islamic symbolism, speaks of centuries of ambition, sorrow, and bad faith.
Elesha CoffmanThe prophet’s interactions with paganism, Judaism, and Christianity birthed puzzling prophecies and a legacy of strife.
James A. BeverleyIt spread faster than any other religion in history. Here are some reasons why.
Elesha CoffmanCrusaders fought many terrible battles in the Middle East, but Muslims started —and won—the war.
Paul CrawfordFour contemporary accounts paint two radically different pictures.
anonymous Arab chroniclers, Isidore of Beja, and St. DenisChronology of Christian Muslim interaction.
the EditorsAs their brethren attacked Muslim fortresses, these evangelistic crusaders fought for Muslim souls.
Steven GertzMartin Luther responded to Islam with a new military philosophy, fresh focus on the Qur'an, and provocative readings of biblical prophecy.
Gregory MillerJihad means more than warfare, but the sword is central to Islam’s texts, its history, and its founder.
Mateen A. ElassWhether Christians under early Muslim rule used polemic or polite dialogue to defend their faith, they hit an impasse at the Incarnation.
Samuel Hugh MoffettWhen the West finally gained influence in the Islamic world, Christians lost their nerve.
Andrew F. WallsBecause broken promises fueled Islamic militancy, the road to stability must be paved with good faith.
conversation with J. Dudley WoodberryMore resources for further reading on Islam and Christianity.
the EditorsChristianity and theater
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