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One God, Shared Hope: Twenty Threads Shared by Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

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"One God, Shared Hope" invites us to share a thoughtful, from the heart conversation about what it means to be a person of faith, and how that meaning resonates and echoes among Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The desire to do good, to know and love God, to be faithful and to flow love from our hearts for all of God's creation is universal.

The more we think we are different, the more we are really the same. The similarities in the scriptures of our faiths vividly affirm how alike we really are.

The book is easily read from beginning to end, or better yet, can be used as a starting point for personal meditation upon any one of the twenty "threads" Oman Shannon uses to weave this luminous cloth. There are even threads within the threads. When brought together, the depth of color and texture invites one back again and again, each time something a little bit different allowing itself to be seen.

I've read other books about the unifying themes of Islam, Judaism and Christianity. They seemed over-arching in theme and somewhat abstract. Oman Shannon speaks to me, as one person of faith to another, inspiring and encouraging me along the way, so that I may also inspire and encourage.

And isn't that what it's all about?

My heart literally beats with more lightness and vibrance as I read this enlightening book.

A student of "Oneness" between spiritual traditions, I was delighted to read this new offering. Maggie Oman Shannon introduces scripture selections with artful prose which mirrors and calls forth the scripture and principals in question.

I can see myself suggesting this book to many people who have yet to realize our many "likenesses" between the descendents of Abraham.

In fact, the book reminds me that we are ALL unified... whether our beliefs come from Judaism, Christianity, and Islam or any other faith. Our hearts connect us just as this book connected me so surely with its message.

By directly comparing great principles from the scriptures of Christianity, Judaism and Islam, "One God, Shared Hope" shows that these religions have shared goals of peace among nations and cultures. In turbulent times, this message of unity is indeed welcome, and should be shared with family and friends.

The book is unique and valuable on another level, as well. The principles expressed are the basis for personal spiritual growth and well-being. We can never have enough inspiration in this direction. A quiet reading of this book can do wonders for the soul.

This book affirms the truth of oneness by comparing holy scripture texts on different Universal Truths. Comparison is made between the Talmud, the Koran and the Bible. Specific texts are notated for further study, if desired.

The book's division into three parts; principles concerning god, principles concerning others, and principles concerning self, make it easy to pick up and use as needed. For example, Principles Concerning Self includes the threads: Cultivate wisdom, Practice self-control, Develop your character, Remain humble, Admit your mistakes, and Be a peacemaker.

Another extraordinary aspect of the book is the final section: "resources for further study." Included is a list of books, magazines, software, organizations, websites and scripture references useful in further study for comparision of religions.

I definately recommend this little gem of a book for devotional use and reference! It is so affirming to realize the similarities between major beliefs and each of the holy scripture texts. Wow!

As a person researching and forming new opinions around my sprititual beliefs this book came into my life at a time when I needed it most. As an adult who walked away from all forms of organized religion I recently began to feel that something was missing.

"One God, Shared Hope" reminded me that Faith is the key I was missing. The common principles relating to God, Others, and Self embrace the fact that we are all here to honor and love one another and live a life of Faith filled freedom.

We are a descendants of a shared vision. Reading this book allowed me to see the commonality that exists in the World relating to our morals and values.

For me, a novice to World Religions, this book is an easy read that allows the reader to grasp the knowledge being imparted in a manner that can be taken in right to the Soul. Even if I were more experienced the ease with which this book represents the themes makes it is a treasure find that I will share with friends and family and highly recommend to people I encounter.