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Muslim-Christian Friendships and Religious Change
Transformative Relationships
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About this book
This book explores how authentic friendships between Muslims and Christians can cross religious boundaries and encourage deeper mutual understanding. Drawing on qualitative interviews in southern Norway, Torstein Try examines how interfaith relationships shape religious self-awareness, influence perceptions of the "other" faith, and challenge participants' faith practices. The book illustrates how friendships rooted in empathy and openness foster a more dialogical approach to religious and cultural differences, promoting reflective religious change rather than insistent conversion efforts. The author reveals that while participants often upheld strong faith commitments, their interfaith friendships prompted a shift from confrontation to relational influence, allowing distinct religious identities and genuine friendships to coexist in a dynamic and respectful balance. Through rich personal narratives and thoughtful analysis, the book demonstrates how interfaith friendships cultivate an environment where love, hospitality, and theological reflection flourish, providing a valuable perspective on fostering coexistence and dialogue in increasingly diverse societies.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half-Title
- Title
- Contents
- Introduction
- 1 Study Context and Participants
- 2 Interfaith Friendship and Religious Awareness
- 3 Interfaith Friendship and the Other Religion
- 4 Interfaith Friendship and Religious Motivation
- 5 Interfaith Friendship and Religious Similarity
- 6 Interfaith Friendship and Religious Difference
- 7 Interfaith Friendship and Conversion
- Conclusion: Balancing Faith and Friendship
- Bibliography
- Author Index
- Subject Index
- About the Author
- Copyright