Encountering the World of Islam

Encountering the World of Islam

The Course

Encountering the World of Islam (EWI) is a twelve-lesson course which combines typical learning assignments with experiential activities and on-line interactions for an integrated multi-disciplinary learning environment. Each course lesson is taught by a different Muslim or Christian expert. This course is engaging and life-changing as a result of the rich combination of methods of instruction. The course textbook itself has more than 80 authors providing a broad range of perspectives on Islam.

The Book

EWI is also a positive and hopeful 600-page book. It explores the Muslim world and God’s plan for Muslims. Read from a collection of writings about the life of Muhammad, the history of Islamic civilization, Islamic beliefs, Muslims today, and the everyday lives of Muslims from Morocco to Indonesia. Gain insight into diverse Muslim cultures and worldviews as well as Christian outreach toward Muslims, our response to Islam, and prayer for the Muslim world. Writings from more than 80 different practitioners will introduce you to the multi-faceted world of Islam. This book is used as the textbook for the Encountering the World of Islam course.