Mary in the Qur'an: Friend of God, Virgin, Mother

Mary is the only woman mentioned by name in the Qur'an, and her name appears more frequently than that of Muhammad or Jesus. This study by Muna Tatari and Klaus von Stosch reconstructs the picture of Mary presented in the Qur'an and shows how veneration of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Roman Catholic Church intersects and interacts with the testimony of the Qur'an. It is an important contribution to constructive interfaith dialogue in the 21st century.

Format: Hardback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2021
Publisher: Gingko Library

From the very beginning, Mary has been held in the highest regard by both Christians and Muslims alike. In fact, her name appears more frequently in the Qur'an than that of either Muhammad or Jesus. Throughout history, from ancient times to the present day, Mary has been revered and respected by people of all faiths. However, she has also been a source of contention and division between these two great religions. In this groundbreaking work, Muna Tatari and Klaus von Stosch have undertaken the challenging task of reconstructing the image of Mary presented in the Qur'an and exploring how the veneration of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Roman Catholic Church intersects and interacts with the testimony of the Qur'an. Their sensitive and scholarly treatise is a valuable contribution to the ongoing effort to promote constructive interfaith dialogue in the 21st century.

Mary, the mother of Jesus, holds a unique place in both the Christian and Muslim faiths. In the Qur'an, she is the only woman mentioned by name, and her name appears more frequently than that of both Muhammad and Jesus. This significance has led to her being held in high regard by both communities throughout history. However, Mary's role has also been a source of contention and tension between Christians and Muslims.

In this groundbreaking study, Muna Tatari and Klaus von Stosch have undertaken the task of reconstructing the image of Mary presented in the Qur'an and exploring how the veneration of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Roman Catholic Church intersects and interacts with the testimony of the Qur'an. They carefully analyze the Qur'an's references to Mary and examine how they are interpreted and understood by Muslims. They also examine the historical and cultural context in which the Qur'an was written and how it may have influenced the portrayal of Mary.

One of the key findings of the study is that the veneration of Mary in the Roman Catholic Church intersects with the testimony of the Qur'an in several ways. For example, both religions emphasize the importance of Mary as the mother of Jesus and as a model of faith and devotion. They also share common beliefs about Mary's virginity, her role as the savior of humanity, and her intercession on behalf of believers.

However, there are also differences between the two religions' interpretations of Mary. For example, Christians believe that Mary was sinless and that she was conceived without the sin of original sin. Muslims, on the other hand, believe that Mary was a human being who was chosen by God to be the mother of Jesus and that she was sinless but not without the potential for sin.

Despite these differences, the study argues that the veneration of Mary in the Roman Catholic Church can be a source of unity and understanding between Christians and Muslims. It highlights the commonalities between the two religions and encourages them to engage in respectful dialogue and cooperation.

The study also explores the historical and cultural context in which the veneration of Mary developed in the Roman Catholic Church. It examines the role of Mary in the early Christian community and how her image and devotion evolved over time. It also explores the influence of Mary on the development of Christian art, music, and literature.

In conclusion, this groundbreaking study by Muna Tatari and Klaus von Stosch provides valuable insights into the image of Mary presented in the Qur'an and how it intersects with the veneration of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Roman Catholic Church. It is a valuable contribution to the ongoing effort to promote constructive interfaith dialogue and understanding between Christians and Muslims. By highlighting the commonalities and differences between the two religions, the study encourages Christians and Muslims to engage in respectful dialogue and cooperation and to work towards a more peaceful and harmonious world.

Weight: 562g
Dimension: 223 x 295 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781909942622