For more than two decades the world religions have been a central topic for Hans Kung. In books which have inspired millions throughout the world, he has pioneered work towards a new dialogue between cultures. In this extraordinarily comprehensive book, he gives an in-depth account of Islam, the second largest world religion after Christianity. Describing paradigm shifts in its 1400-year history, outlining the various currents and surveying the positions of Islam on the urgent questions o... (show more)
For more than two decades the world religions have been a central topic for Hans Kung. In books which have inspired millions throughout the world, he has pioneered work towards a new dialogue between cultures. In this extraordinarily comprehensive book, he gives an in-depth account of Islam, the second largest world religion after Christianity. Describing paradigm shifts in its 1400-year history, outlining the various currents and surveying the positions of Islam on the urgent questions of the day, few people alive today could have written such a complete analysis. (show less)
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I only managed the first 200 pages before having to put it on hiatus. As always Kung's analysis functions as a useful summary of historical insigh... (show more)
I only managed the first 200 pages before having to put it on hiatus. As always Kung's analysis functions as a useful summary of historical insights and a much needed evaluation of current trends and common misunderstandings. (show less)
JUst finished reading the first part (historical) of this very thick book. Not very much into history..so a bit boring. Looking forward to the curr... (show more)
JUst finished reading the first part (historical) of this very thick book. Not very much into history..so a bit boring. Looking forward to the current and future of Islam. (show less)
Would love to read it. I saw it on a book store today. looked at the price and thought it was a bit expensive! but now I regret that i didnt buy it. Love to buy it soon coz it's always interesting to find out what people say about my world!
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A good survey of the history, paradigms and issues facing Islam. Hans Kung is a Christian theologian but attempts what seems to be a fair, honest and open minded survey of the world's second largest religion.
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