Understanding Jewish Neighbors

Designed for Muslims by one of Islam’s premier scholars of religion, this seminar navigates through a maze of conflicting information and stereotypes to decode Jewish religion and culture in ways that equip Muslims to pursue taqwa while building marvelous bridges of understanding and respect with Jewish neighbors. Taught over two full days by a world-class Muslim scholar of Judaism, UNDERSTANDING JEWISH NEIGHBORS is an unforgettable learning opportunity you don't want to miss.

INSTRUCTOR: Prof. Amir Hussain
Dr. Amir Hussain is Professor of Theological Studies at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California. Prof. Hussain served as Editor-in-Chief of The Oxford Encyclopedia of Islam in North America, and editor of three popular religious textbooks by Oxford University Press, as well as the Journal of the American Academy of Religion, widely considered the top academic journal in the field of religious studies. He was the first Muslim elected as President of the American Academy of Religion. Prof. Hussain lectures internationally and is called upon as a religious advisor for several television programs. Prof. Hussain has collaborated extensively on inter-religious initiatives with numerous rabbis and Jewish institutions around the world to analyze and illuminate sacred texts, traditions, and practices.