Islam and Christianity in Allah A Christian Response

When I first read the book â€Å"Allah: A Christian Response†, I was thinking of brutality of Serbians in Bosnian war, but this book was beyond of my expectations. The author makes interesting points, compares person and ideas very efficiently, mentions some events from the past whose memories disturb the peace of present very wisely, and tries to find common grounds between two major populations in the world. The author states his interest that the proper Christian stance toward the God of the Qur’an and what that stance means for Christians’ and Muslims’ ability to live together well in a single and endangered world to ease animosities and overcome conflicts. As long as Christians and Muslims continue to dialogue the conflicts will be solved and eased animosities with time. People, who are open to dialogue, by forming favorable environments, will contribute to the universal peace. 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