Table of Contents

Part One: Muslims, Jews & Christians Face the Covenant -- The Completion of the Covenant in Islam; Jews & Christians Refuse to Enter into the Covenant; Entering the Islamic Covenant; The Punishment of the Rebel Children of Israel; The Prophet's Jurisdiction Over Jews & Christians; On Justice in the Muslim City; The Status of Muslims & People of the Book; Muslims, Jews & Christians Face the Covenant. Part Two: Call to Christians to Enter the Covenant -- Call to Christians to Convert; A legislative code for the community of believers; Jesus 'and His Apostles' Profession of Monotheistic Faith; Call to Christians to Enter the Covenant; The General Composition of the Sura; A Look Back at the Process as a Sort of Conclusion.

About the Author

Michel Cuypers is specialist on Biblical and Semitic Studies, and a follower of Charles de Foucauld. Cuypers resided in Iran for twelve years, first at a leper colony in Tabriz, and later studying Persian language and literature in Teheran. He obtained a doctorate in Persian literature from the University of Teheran in 1983. He studied Arabic in Syria and Egypt, and in 1989 he moved to Cairo, where he presently resides as a researcher at the Dominican Institute for Eastern Studies. Since 1994 Cuypers has utilized the method of rhetorical analysis on the composition of the Qur an text. His articles and essays are being increasingly appreciated by Muslim scholars.

Reviews

"It is generally held that the Qur'an teaches that Judaism and Christianity must submit to Islam. Here a Christian scholar, Cuypers, tells James Roberts of an alternative reading which could bring new mutual respect between the three Abrahamic faith. The story is very different from the commonly held notions" -- James Roberts, The Tablet, UK " James Roberts, The Tablet, UK"

"Michel Cuypers presents an engrossing discussion of the Quran and makes a comprehensive scholarly study of what this means for Christian and Islamic relations. The Banquet is a strong addition to any Christian, Islamic, Judaic, and religious community and college library collections." -- The Midwest Book Review " The Midwest Book Review"