The Tent of Abraham is the first book to tell the entire story of Abraham and to reenergize it as a basis for peace. Written by three leader...
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Jul 28, 2011
Tim
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Some would call me an atheist, others would call me an agnostic, and still others would refer to me as someone who is open spiritually. I usually find myself not limited by definitions, especially when dealing with religion. Literalists and fundamentalists might view me as blasphemous, as not deserving of contact or conversation when it comes to the idea of questioning the meaning and existence of what we refer to as “God”. I have experienced this with family members and especially friends who u
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Oct 10, 2009
Victoria
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This was a very informational book regarding the lines drawn between the three most controversial monotheistic religions of our time. Each few chapters is written by a leader of the Hebrew, Christian and Muslim religion. It focuses more so on how truly relative these religions are and the similarities should in turn eclipse the differences that divide them. It closes with the efforts that women in these groups have had over the years in uniting all women with and the education of the children. "
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Feb 03, 2011
This book gives three interpretations of the Abraham/Sarah/Isaac/Hagar/Ishmael story. It lent itself to a wonderful, wide-ranging discussion. A small caveat about the possibility of touching on political aspects of the Middle East, but that was not a problem for us. (Review By Sudbury Group)
We could have spent two months on this book to allow everyone to read it thoroughly. The authors tell the story of Abraham and his family through the lenses of all three faith traditions. More...
We could have spent two months on this book to allow everyone to read it thoroughly. The authors tell the story of Abraham and his family through the lenses of all three faith traditions. More...
Mar 19, 2009
Allison
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A series of essays where each author/religious expert provide an in depth discussion on particular OT stories/figures. It started out good but quickly dissolved into redundancy. The Abraham Connection is a much better work on the topic. I ended up dissappointed.
Apr 21, 2009
Jaci
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Fascinating comparison of the Abraham stories from the three major religions that consider Abraham integral to their theology. All three writers focus on this "ancestor" as a common point of reference to any Middle East peace process today.
Apr 06, 2010
Amy
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This book showed me that we aren't so far apart, if women ruled the world there would be peace, AND most importantly, if we could get politics out of religion, we could all get along.
Sep 14, 2010
while people are free do crass disrespectful things , many don't consider whether its in good taste or appropriate ..
we [people] are pretty short on good manners and respect .
we [people] are pretty short on good manners and respect .
Nov 02, 2011
Sheryl
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Currently on page 79. Reading along with various texts for classes. Interesting getting three veiws (Christian, Jewish, Muslim) about our Abrahamic father.
Finished. It was a great comparison. Not difficult reading. We can all only hope for peace.
Finished. It was a great comparison. Not difficult reading. We can all only hope for peace.
Oct 29, 2008
Hope
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A wonderful book stressing the commonalities, rather than the differences, between Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The world needs this kind of thinking NOW. See also "Abraham: A Journey to the Heart of Three Faiths," by Bruce Feller.
Sep 20, 2011
Kathleen
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This is a fantastic book I cannot put down. Gives me a new lens (and heart)through which to see much of the world.
Jan 01, 2010
Sheepngoat1
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A deeply conscious sharing from three remarkable persons representing the Abrahamic traditions -
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