Introduction:

"The chapter will discuss another of the religions originating in the Middle East – Islam. This religion was established in the middle of the 7th Century AD by Muhammad of Arabia. It will be worthwhile to consider the cultural and religious background within which Muhammad proclaimed his message. The chapter will describe the cultural and religious background within which Islamic arose." (From Mugambi, J.N.K. (2010) A Comparative Study of Religions, Chapter 35)

Readings:

Mugambi, J.N.K. (2010) A Comparative Study of Religions. (2nd Edition), Oxford, UK: African Books Collective, Chapter 35.

Video: 

Ancient Arabian Civilizations

Study Questions:

1. Acquire a copy of the Quran, and read it. (An authoritative English translation can be purchased at Quaran House, next to Bible House, Nairobi).
2. Read Smart Ninian, The Religious Experience of Mankind, chapter 8.
3. Read Kateregga, Badru and Shenk, David W. Islam and Christianity: A Muslim and a Christian in Dialogue, Nairobi; Uzima Press, 1980.
4. Writing Exercise: Write notes on the differences and similarities between Christianity and Islam.