The Family of Abraham: Jewish, Christian, and Muslim Interpretations

Synopsis

The Term Abrahamic Religions Has Gained Considerable Currency In Both Scholarly And Ecumenical Circles As A Way Of Referring To Judaism, Christianity, And Islam. In The Family Of Abraham, Carol Bakhos Steps Back From This Convention To Ask A Frequently Overlooked Question: What, In Fact, Is Abrahamic About These Three Faiths? Exploring Diverse Stories And Interpretations Relating To The Portrayal Of Abraham, She Reveals How He Is Venerated In These Different Scriptural Traditions And How Scriptural Narratives Have Been Pressed Into Service For Nonreligious Purposes--jacket. Introduction -- 1. Scriptures And Interpreters -- 2. The Biblical And Qurʼanic Abraham -- 3. The First Monotheist -- 4. The Wives Of Abraham -- 5. Sibling Rivals -- 6. Firstborn Son -- 7. The Sacrifice Of Isaac And Ishmael -- Conclusion. Carol Bakhos. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.