authored by Ari Gordon

In this article, Ari Gordon, the American Jewish Committee’s director of Muslim-Jewish relations, discusses some key lessons.

Link:
https://religionnews.com/2021/12/29/from-conflict-to-cooperation-lessons-from-the-road-to-muslim-jewish-partnership/?fbclid=IwAR3sAJmUZ18cHXHsenb5gtgPS87vayjnhbJ8D-5PxWHcj6EqbUuLht9q-FA

edited by Abdelwahab Meddeb and Benjamin Stora

Presenting the inaugural encyclopedic manual chronicling the global interaction between Jews and Muslims, spanning from the inception of Islam to the present day. Adorned with captivating illustrations and meticulous craftsmanship, this volume comprises over 150 well-informed and approachable articles contributed by a diverse group of distinguished specialists in fields such as history, politics, literature, anthropology, and philosophy. Structured both thematically and chronologically, this essential resource delivers crucial insights and impartial context, fostering enhanced historical comprehension and facilitating more enlightened conversations between Jewish and Muslim communities.

authored by Edward Kessler

This article discusses interfaith dialogue between Christians and Jews, which spans nearly a century. However, Jewish-Muslim dialogue is a more recent development. Despite shared commonalities, this dialogue is often influenced by the unresolved impact of the Middle East conflict. While Jews see the establishment of Israel as the fulfilment of an ancient promise and a source of security, many Muslims view it as a tragic displacement that transformed an Islamic society into a minority. Engaging in Jewish-Muslim dialogue requires readiness to address conflicting perspectives.

authored by Paul Hedges

The book focuses on antisemitism and Islamophobia, both in the West and beyond, including examples of prejudices and hatred in the Islamic, Hindu, and Buddhist traditions. Drawing on examples from Europe, North America, MENA, South and Southeast Asia, and Africa, Paul Hedges points to common patterns, while identifying the specifics of local context.

edited by Ida Glaser & Shabbir Akhtar

This series marks a vital theological endeavor for the modern era: deliberate reinterpretation of the Bible within the contexts presented by Islam, notably the Qur’an. The impact of biblical interpretation on Western society's evolution remains profound, influencing global actions of Christians and Jews. Equally, Muslim perspectives on the Bible and its interpretation by Jews and Christians significantly shape views of non-Muslims. Consequently, this series is anticipated to yield innovative viewpoints on ongoing religious, political, and ideological divisions in the contemporary world, alongside renewed insights into biblical scriptures.