Users who violate these basic guidelines can expect to receive an immediate ban. Cole’s book and research but do ask that anyone looking to ask a question keep the basic subreddit rules in mind! Principally here we expect that questions be asked politely, in good faith, and without bigoted or otherwise offensive wording towards Muslims or any other group. We of course welcome any and all inquiries relevant Dr. This is just a general reminder for anyone looking to post a question here. Thank you very much for joining us today for the AMA. *Now* available for order at Barnes and Noble Muhammad: Prophet of Peace amid the Clash of Empires, out October 9 Cole sheds light on this forgotten history, reminding us that in the Qur’an, the legacy of that spiritual message endures./
The religion Muhammad founded, Islam, spread widely during his lifetime, relying on soft power instead of military might, and sought armistices even when militarily attacked. Muhammad’s profound distress at the carnage of his times led him to envision an alternative movement, one firmly grounded in peace. Cole shows how Muhammad came of age as the eastern Roman Empire and the Sasanian Empire of Iran fought savagely throughout the Near East and Asia Minor. In this masterfully told account, preeminent Middle East expert Juan Cole takes us back to Islam’s-and the Prophet Muhammad’s-origin story. Here is the description from the publisher: “Many observers stereotype Islam and its scripture as inherently extreme or violent-a narrative that has overshadowed the truth of its roots. (Rearranged for readability.) AMA: I am Juan Cole, author of ‘Muhammad: Prophet of Peace amid the Clash of Empires’ out today.
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