A Muslim Theologian's Response to Christianity By Ibn Taymiyya

A Muslim Theologian's Response to Christianity By Ibn Taymiyya 

ISBN: 9780882060583 

Author: Ibn Taymiyya

Book Binding: Paperback

Pages 465

Size: 11.5 x 8.0 x 1.3 inch

Publication year: 2019

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About This Book:

The ideas of renowned people such as Ibn Taymiyya, a distinguished Muslim theologian, have left an indelible mark on the field of interfaith interaction. When it comes to the Christian religion, Ibn Taymiyya's observations offer a fresh viewpoint based on Islamic beliefs. Ibn Taymiyya, famed for his rigorous studies, approached Christianity from an Islamic perspective. He dug into theological issues, providing a thorough examination of Christian theology in comparison to Islamic views. His writings demonstrate a thorough comprehension of both faiths, allowing him to pinpoint points of agreement and disagreement.

Ibn Taymiyya criticized various Christian notions that differed from Islamic monotheism in his works, notably the dogma of the Trinity. He stressed the Islamic notion of tawhid, or God's absolute oneness, and examined how the Trinity would undermine this fundamental belief. His investigation was not only critical; it was a scholarly attempt to investigate religious implications. Ibn Taymiyya's reaction to Christianity was not only theological; he also took historical and cultural conditions into account. He investigated the historical roots of Christian ideas and practices, emphasizing how they changed over time.