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PublisherBrigham Young University

ISBN-10084252715X

ISBN-139780842527156

eBay Product ID (ePID)17038847180

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Number of Pages249 Pages

Publication NameCritique of Christian Origins : a Parallel English-Arabic Text

LanguageEnglish

SubjectIslam / Koran & Sacred Writings, Islam / History, Comparative Religion, Islam / General, Christianity / General

Publication Year2010

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaReligion

AuthorAbd Abd Al-Jabbar

SeriesBrigham Young University-Islamic Translation Ser.

FormatHardcover

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Item Height0.2 in

Item Weight34 Oz

Item Length0.9 in

Item Width0.6 in

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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

LCCN2008-055428

ReviewsThe Islamic Translation Series . . . has established itself as one of the most valuable resources available to scholars of Islamic theology and Arab philosophy., "The Islamic Translation Series . . . has established itself as one of the most valuable resources available to scholars of Islamic theology and Arab philosophy."- Bulletin of the Royal Institute for Inter-Faith Studies , "The Islamic Translation Series . . . has established itself as one of the most valuable resources available to scholars of Islamic theology and Arab philosophy."-Bulletin of the Royal Institute for Inter-Faith Studies , "The Islamic Translation Series . . . has established itself as one of the most valuable resources available to scholars of Islamic theology and Arab philosophy."- Bulletin of the Royal Institute for Inter-Faith Studies, This book will become a standard reference for Christian-Muslim apologetics and polemics, as it shines light on an extraordinary author with an extraordinary work. Samir Khalil Samir and Gabriel Said Reynolds's remarkable editorial accomplishment deserves great appreciation.

Dewey Edition22

Dewey Decimal297.2/93

Table Of ContentAbbreviations and Other Conventions Foreword to the Series Preface Translator's Introduction Part One - Introduction Muhammad's report on Christian doctrine in the Qur'ran as proof of his prophethood Nestorians, no different from other Christians, teach invalid doctrines On the invalidity of pre-Islamic religions and the current threat of the Qaramita Muhammad's report on Christianity Part Two - Doctrine Christians believe in three gods, despite their claims Christ was only a servant of God Heterodox Muslims also rely on speculation and esotericism Christians misinterpret metaphorical language in the Bible Christ, as Muhammad proclaimed, was not crucified This logical argument of recognition can be used to disprove the claims of other religious groups Large groups cannot conceal or fabricate accounts The attempts of the Shi'a, Christians, and Qaramita to invalidate Sunni Islam are misguided The authentic Passion account proves that Jesus was not crucified Various arguments against the crucifixion and divinity of Christ A defense of the statement in Qur'an 5:116 regarding Mary Part Three - Practice Christian practice, like their doctrine, is contrary to the teachings and actions of Christ Historical accounts of how the Islamic religion of Jesus was falsified: Bible Historical accounts of how the Islamic religion of Jesus was falsified: Paul Historical accounts of how the Islamic religion of Jesus was falsified: Constantine On Christian practice and its origin On moral corruption in Byzantine society Against the Christian apologetical argument based on miracles On the false claims of various sects On the Christian claim that their religion was established by miracles Against the Christian apologetical argument based on austerity That Christianity is not the religion of Christ can be seen from the Bible Flaws of the Bible False reports of miracles that Christians use as evidence for their religion Christian leaders seek to control Christians through deception Glossary of Technical Terms in the Translation Bibliographies 'Abd al-Jabbar - Published Works 'Abd al- Jabbar - Islamic Biographies Early (through the fourth/tenth century) Islamic Anti-Christian Polemics Early (through the fourth/tenth century) Christian Arabic Apologies Secondary Sources on 'Abd al- Jabbar and the Critique of Christian Origins Index of Arabic Names and Terms Index of Citations and References Index of People, Places and Subjects

SynopsisIn the Critique of Christian Origins Abd al-Jabbar--the leading Muslim intellectual of the late tenth century--develops what might be considered the first Islamic history of Christianity, analyzing the Bible, church rituals, and miracles. Unlike Muslim scholars before him, Abd al-Jabbar criticizes Christianity not only theologically but also on historical grounds. He argues that the schemes of secular and religious leaders led to the suppression of the Islamic religion of Jesus and the creation of Christianity in its place. The Critique of Christian Origins contains a wealth of information on the ideological contours of Abd al-Jabbar's time, including perspectives on Judaism, Zoroastrianism, Manichaeism, and several sects within Islam itself, in addition to Christianity. This edition, which includes a fully vocalized Arabic edition of the text and a complete English translation accompanied by detailed explanatory notes, a glossary, a bibliography, and three indexes, makes this important work readily accessible to students and specialists alike.

LC Classification NumberBP172.A173 2008