A Podcast All About Christianity
Christianity has an ancient and enduring presence in the lands of Persia and modern Iran. Though always a minority faith, Christians have played significant roles in the social, cultural, and religious life of the region—from early missionary expansion across Asia, through periods of persecution, coexistence under Islamic rule, and up to the challenges and developments … Read More “Christianity in Persia and Iran: A Long and Complex History” »
The encounter between Christians and Muslims began not on the battlefield, but in conversation, diplomacy, and shared communities. By the time Islam emerged in the early 7th century, the Christian world stretched from the Atlantic to the Near East, with major centers in Constantinople, Alexandria, and Antioch. The rise of Islam brought a new religious … Read More “The Earliest Interactions Between Christians and Muslims” »
I sometimes make the mistake of commenting on other people’s social media posts. I recently did it again, and I did it because of my interest in history. Someone was commenting on the attack on Salman Rushdie by a Muslim. If you remember, many years ago there was a fatwa for the death of Rushdie … Read More “An Example of Why Christian History is Important” »
Christianity and Islam are the two largest religions in the world today. There are aspects of these two religions that are similar and that are different. The purpose of this post is not to prove one better than the other. However, I am a Christian and so I do have a bias. Still, this is … Read More “Similarities and Differences Between Christianity and Islam” »
One of the most controversial events in Christian history is that of the Crusades. This video provides ones perspective on the Crusades. For a more detail look, I recommend the History of the Crusades podcast.
