Ebook: Why did Jesus, Moses, the Buddha, and Mohammed cross the road? : Christian identity in a multi-faith world
Author: McLaren Brian D
- Tags: Christianity and other religions., Religions -- Relations., Identification (Religion)
- Year: 2013
- Publisher: Jericho Books
- City: New York
- Edition: 1st trade ed
- Language: English
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"Brian McLaren proposes a new faith alternative, one built on "benevolence and solidarity rather than rivalry and hostility," going beyond mere "tolerance" by encouraging vigorous hospitality toward, interest in, and collaboration with "the other." [... This] groundbreaking book demonstrates how a new understanding of key Christian doctrines can end religious rivalry and foster new relationships; how a freshRead more...
Abstract: "Brian McLaren proposes a new faith alternative, one built on "benevolence and solidarity rather than rivalry and hostility," going beyond mere "tolerance" by encouraging vigorous hospitality toward, interest in, and collaboration with "the other." [... This] groundbreaking book demonstrates how a new understanding of key Christian doctrines can end religious rivalry and foster new relationships; how a fresh perspective of Christian and colonial history can replace our lingering "superior" attitudes with empathy and humility; and how by standing in solidarity with "the other," as Jesus did, we can become a force against injustice and inhumanity -- fulfilling the Christian mission like never before"--Page 4 of cover