Here is how Prophet Muhammad’s cousin, Ja’far, is said to have described the Islamic movement to Ibn Abjar, the Christian king of Abyssinia, in 615. What stands out to you in this passage? For me, it is the passage “[Before Muhammad]… we disregarded every feeling of humanity.” This is part of Chapter 2 of *People of the Book - Prophet Muhammad’s Encounters with Christians,* my new book which is now available.
“He is said to be a Roman Catholic.” Ah, there it goes again, that “secret Muslim” narrative, which is false by the way. As a reminder, I have always been transparent with both my identity & my intentions. Let me say it again for the record - I am a Roman Catholic working to build bridges & enhance dialogue between Christians and Muslims (and Jews for that matter). My ultimate goal is peacemaking. And let me remind you of another thing - I am not working to create a “new religion” and nor am I trying to “water down Islam with perennialism.” The distrust & misinformation is cruel & unfortunate, but I understand it comes with the turf. I appreciate those of you who trust me & understand my higher purpose. Thank you!
Borne of the efforts of an imam, a rabbi, & a minister, the @houseofone_berlin is the world’s first planned structure that will house a synagogue, a church, & a mosque under one roof. I am very optimistic about this groundbreaking project! Godspeed! See the *link in my bio* to read an article on the House of One by the Christian Science Monitor.
