MIT: Independent Activities Period: IAP

IAP 2014 Activities by Sponsor - Muslim Chaplaincy



"Abraham on the mountain with a knife": An Interfaith Text Study

Kari Jo Verhulst, Lutheran Chaplain to MIT

Jan/23 Thu 12:00PM-01:30PM W20 Coffeehouse Loun

Enrollment: Unlimited: No advance sign-up

Jewish, Muslim, and Christian scriptures all contain some version of the story of God commanding Abraham to sacrifice his son, and this text holds a central place in all three of the Abrahamic faiths. This open study will provide an opportunity to learn more about how the 3 traditions approach their texts, as well as open conversation about the challenging questions the story raises about obedience, sacrifice, trust, and God.

Absolutely no prior experience or knowledge required. MIT Chaplains Rabbi Gavriel Goldfeder, Imam Suheil Laher, and Rev. Kari Jo Verhulst will lead the discussion and serve as resources. A vegetarian kosher lunch will be provided. 

Sponsor(s): Hillel, Lutheran Ministry at MIT, Muslim Chaplaincy
Contact: Kari Jo Verhulst, W11-030, 617-252-2325, kverhulst@mit.edu