From Turmoil to Tourism: Following the Path of Abraham

From: A World of Possibilities
Series: The World of Islam
Length: 55:00

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Wpxs_small Embedded in the conflicting cultures of the Middle East is the common genesis of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism in the form of their spiritual ancestor, Abraham. A modern day initiative seeks to reopen the path of Abraham as an expression of unity across boundaries. Join us for a walk across the Middle East in the footsteps of Abraham. Guests: Paolo Dall'Oglio, Tova Hartman Halbertal, Amir Mahallati, Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf, William Ury

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Embedded in the conflicting cultures of the Middle East is the common genesis of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism in the form of their spiritual ancestor, Abraham. A modern day initiative seeks to reopen the path of Abraham as an expression of unity across boundaries. Join us for a walk across the Middle East in the footsteps of Abraham. Guests: Paolo Dall'Oglio, Tova Hartman Halbertal, Amir Mahallati, Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf, William Ury