About This Book:
Abu Iyad Amjad bin Muhammad Rafiq's "Jesus in Islam, Christianity, and the Jewish Talmud" is a riveting and incisive investigation of the historical and religious viewpoints around the figure of Jesus (peace be upon him) in three major Abrahamic faiths: Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. This well researched book offers a balanced and comprehensive portrayal of Jesus as seen through the eyes of diverse traditions.
Key Characteristics include:
Interfaith Perspective:
The book provides readers with a rare chance to learn about Jesus from the perspectives of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. It promotes mutual understanding and conversation between diverse religious traditions.
Islamic Perspective:
Abu Iyad Amjad bin Muhammad Rafiq explores the Quranic allusions to Jesus and his position in Islamic tradition to provide the Islamic viewpoint on Jesus as a prophet and a venerated person in Islam.
Christian Perspective:
The author presents an outline of Christian belief in Jesus as the major figure of their faith, focusing on theological concerns and the historical evolution of Christology within Christianity.
Jewish Perspective:
The book dives into Jewish Talmudic allusions to Jesus, revealing how Jesus is addressed and regarded in Jewish literature.
Comparative Analysis:
Abu Iyad Amjad bin Muhammad Rafiq meticulously explores the similarities and variations between the three faiths' representations of Jesus, offering insight into places of convergence and divergence.
Historical Context:
The book delves into the historical backdrop of Jesus' life, the early Christian community, and the religious landscape of the period, strengthening the reader's understanding of the age in which Jesus lived and the following advancements in various faiths.
