Islam and Christianity with David Pinault

Ever since the Islamic Revolution of November 1979, during which 66 Americans were taken hostage at the American embassy in Tehran, America has had a fraught relationship with Islam–including the current (undeclared) war between the United States and Iran. But can Islamic faith rituals paradoxically ignite or rekindle the flame of faith in those living in a country founded upon Judeo-Christian traditions? Listen as David Pinault, author and professor emeritus of Arabic and Islamic Studies at Santa Clara University and a faithful Catholic himself, shares insights into this paradox from his many years working with college-age students, most of whom arrived at his class without any faith, let alone faith in the Catholic Church. The following books, all published by Ignatius Press, were mentioned during the discussion: Earth Dragon Run, by David Pinault, The Crucifix on Mecca’s Front Porch by David Pinault and Charles De Foucauld, by Jean-Jacques Antier with the Introduction by David Pinault.

Episode Links

https://ignatius.com/earth-dragon-run-edrp/
https://ignatius.com/the-crucifix-on-meccas-front-porch-cmfpp/