Francis and Islam [Paperback]

J. Hoeberichts (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 15, 1997

When first published in Dutch, this book was described as an inspiring and thought provoking book which should be compulsory reading for those who are involved in interreligious dialogue. In this study, Hoeberichts argues convincingly that the attitude of Francis of Assisi toward the Saracens provides a model for Christian-Muslim relations and for interreligious dialogue in general that is relevant today.

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Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Dutch

About the Author

Dr. Jan Hoeberichts resides in Roermond, Netherlands, where he pursues his career as a teacher and scholar. For many years he taught theology at Christ the King Seminary in Karachi, Pakistan, where he experienced at first hand the difficulties of dialog between Christianity and Islam. He is the author of numerous articles on interreligious dialogue and on Franciscanism in relation to other faiths. Dr. Hoeberichts studied philosophy and theology at Franciscan schools in the Netherlands and Italy, was a Lecturer in Moral Theology at the National Seminary in Pakistan from 1958-1986, and since has been a research scholar and author on Francis of Assisi and Islam. He has written two books Francis and Islam, published in 1997; and Paradise Restored: The Social Ethics of Francis of Assisi, published in 2004.

Product Details

• Paperback: 278 pages
• Publisher: Franciscan Inst Pubs (June 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0819909807
• ISBN-13: 978-0819909800
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #645,717 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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