Talk about Faith: How Debate and Conversation Shape Belief

People of faith use language to position themselves and their beliefs and practices in the contemporary world, and this study explores how Christians and Muslims talk to people about what they think is right. It covers a range of engaging texts and contexts, showing how doctrine and beliefs are not fixed and static and that people are prone to change what they say they believe depending on who they are talking to.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 217 pages
Publication date: 07 June 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

This groundbreaking and original study delves deeply into the ways in which Christians and Muslims communicate with individuals within and outside their respective communities regarding their beliefs and practices. Spanning a diverse range of engaging texts and contexts, the book showcases how doctrine and beliefs are far from fixed and static, and how individuals are prone to adapt their proclaimed beliefs based on the audience they are addressing. From contentious topics such as abortion, hell, and the sale of alcohol, Pihlaja explores how Christians and Muslims grapple with various aspects of their faith and navigate the complexities of making decisions amidst a multitude of differing voices. Through her meticulous analysis, the book sheds light on the dynamic and evolving nature of religious discourse and its impact on individuals and communities alike.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 152 x 230 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108469333