The story is ostensibly about the creation of the interfaith youth core iyc, an organization dedicated to engaging young people with the virtues of religious. Eboo patel, former faith adviser to barack obama and named one of americas best leaders by u. Ask anyone to name theirs, and even the grinchiest grinch will have a few answers ready. One book i intend to use is eboo patel s memoir entitled, acts of faith. The story of an american muslim in the struggle for the soul of a generation is a book by eboo patel. Jun 23, 2010 eboo patel visits mountain view to discuss his awardwinning book acts of faith. Eboo patel and problematic pluralism juicy ecumenism. An adventure into the heart of spiritual india that could change the way you think and live. In acts of faith, we follow patel as he moves from his goal of assimilation to a desire to erase his heritage in his american read white, christian atmosphere in high school, to angry pride. I enjoyed immensely acts of faith, and this book is no different. Eboo patel s story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement.
Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation. As with acts of faith this is a deeply personal book, as the author tells his own story of engagement. And i do not consider myself a religious person, spiritual maybe, but not religious. Drawing on legendary philosophies and rarely told stories of reverend martin luther king, jr. Walking the faith line with eboo patel author eboo patel talks about the hate and rejection he sees in many young religious extremists, and why ignoring the faith line that divides us comes at a huge price. His relation to god is a private one, and cannot be justified by an appeal to the universal. Aug 16, 20 you cannot take notes during a lecture by eboo patel. Eboo patel books list of books by author eboo patel. Acts of faith summary and study guide supersummary.
Patel, a founder of the interfaith youth core, traces the personal journey that led to the groups formation and introduces readers to its philosophy. Acts of faith, eboo patel shares his faith journey as an american. Acts of faith is eboo patel s remarkable account of coming of age an. Eboo patel has lived that value and, in this book, spreads that good word. Eboo patel was a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on faith based neighborhood partnerships. Eboo patel is the founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core, an international nonprofit that is building an interfaith youth. Part memoir, part treatise on the vulnerability of youth who are preyed upon and radicalized by religious zealots, the book examines patel s search for his identity, following him from childhood to his time as the founder of the interfaith youth core group. Click download or read online button to get acts of faith book now. Eboo patel is a muslim interfaith leader of indian descent who is arguing that the faith line has. Patel shows us that americans from george washington to martin luther king jr. Eboo patel s story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, with a new afterword. Buy eboo patel ebooks to read online or download in pdf or epub on your pc, tablet or mobile device. He is an american ismaili of gujarati indian heritage and founder and president of interfaith youth core, a chicagobased international nonprofit that aims to promote interfaith cooperation.
Acts of faith frankly discusses the appeal of religious fundamentalism to young people, observing that young peoples spiritual hunger. From interfaith leadership, by eboo patel, chapter 1, the. In the decade following the attacks of 911, suspicion and animosity toward american muslims has increased rather than subsided. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, eboo patels projectin contrast to wolfs aim as stated aboveis to convince readers that we should be very concerned about the insides of people when seeking to prevent terrorist acts. His message is clear there is room for both holding strongly to ones own faith tradition and building bridges of cooperation. Eboo patels american story religion in american history. And at its heart and at its best, america was about pluralism. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america by. Acts of faith, eboo patel shares his faith journey as an american muslim and the call to religious pluralism which led him to found the interfaith youth core ifyc. Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel a fascinating memoir about the founder of an interfaith youth movement that combines pluralism with compassionate service. Acts of faith, 2007 eboo patel, ifyc founder and president read more about eboo check out eboo patel s new book, out of many faiths. In sacred ground, author and renowned interfaith leader eboo patel says this prejudice is not just a problem for muslims but a challenge to the very idea of america. Acts of faith is a unique, compelling, and important story that reframes the dialogue about youth and religion.
Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america by eboo patel is the selection for this months s. From interfaith leadership, by eboo patel, chapter 1, the identity of. Eboo patel s story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young people and of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement. This highly acclaimed book is a hopeful and moving testament to the power. Acts of faith, 2007 author, speaker, educator, and interfaith leader eboo founded. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel. Eboo patel gives a thoughtful and at points funny account of his journey to create the interfaith youth core. A shining vision of the possibilities of interfaith cooperation and pluralistic discourse. Most were interesting enough, but none captured his heart or offered him a calling. Seeking educational equity and diversity book club. Acts of faith by eboo patel book excerpt spirituality.
The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the. Eboo patel is one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america, in which he argues. Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young people and of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement. Nov 11, 2009 eboo patel founder of the interfaith youth core stresses what was in the time of mlk the challenge of the colour line today is the challenge of the faith line. Acts of faith, part i i just finished reading the book acts of faith. This american muslim of indian descent has written a fascinating and timely memoir about his calling to educate a new generation to the values of religious tolerance and service to all humanity. Acts of faith download pdfepub ebook gets free book. He felt most alive during shabbat services on friday nights. Eboo patel is founder and president of interfaith youth core, a nonprofit organization that promotes interfaith leadership on college campuses. Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel eboo patel with thoughts on an interfaith setting where each community has a chance to make a unique contribution. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america, eboo patel establishes himself as the preeminent voice of the interfaith movement. Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of.
The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation patel, eboo on. Acts of faith by eboo patel overdrive rakuten overdrive. Acts of faith is a thoughtful and inspirational book that explores the unique pressures on people of color today with great insight and acts of faith. His lecturing style combines the enthusiasm of a revival preacher, the popcorn organization of a. Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an. Acts of faith and millions of other books are available for instant access. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up.
Sep 19, 2012 in sacred ground eboo patel takes us deeper into the cause. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation. The book is about the promise of american pluralism because, simply put, it is people who have protected the promise of pluralism from the poison of prejudice. Acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to. He shows how educating a new generation to reject religious intolerance and work for the common good is the only way the world can avoid growing fanaticism and violence. Few things get us into the christmas mood more than a solid christmas movie, and we all have our favorites. Grawemeyer award in religion for his first book religion acts of faith. Interfaith activist eboo patel, a member of president obamas inaugural faith council, talks about his book sacred ground. Read sacred ground pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america by eboo patel available from rakuten kobo. The furor over the establishment of the ground zero mosque underscores this interfaith leaders urgent plea for pluralism. Jan 01, 2007 acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to believe in religious pluralism, from one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states.
He speaks here as a muslim as well as an interfaith leader. A visionary book, part comingofage memoir and part callto action. Journeys to sacred india is a sensitive and enriching exploration of the essential meaning and inner dynamics of sacred india. It is the autobiography of eboo patel, an indian muslim, who details his lifelong journey of. Each day of the year has a unique inspirational quote or message with it, along with a short essay to assist in reflection and wisdom.
Acts of faith is the inspiring story of eboo patels own life journey and his vision in creating an interfaith youth movement. This discussion guide provides a framework for responding to patel s religious. Eboo patel is the founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core, an international nonprofit that is building an interfaith youth movement. Eboo patel s story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an. Part memoir, part treatise on the vulnerability of youth who are preyed upon and radicalized by religious zealots, the book examines patels search for his identity, following him from childhood to his time as the founder of. A similar event at northwestern university this past october drew almost a thousand.
Eboo patel is founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core, a chicagobased. When the ifyc held its first national conference, 60 people attended. Religious diversity and the american promise interfaith work on campus. Excerpt from acts of faith by eboo patel april, 2007. Eboo patel quotes author of acts of faith goodreads. The chicagobased founder of the interfaith youth core and appointee to president obamas inaugural faith council, patel acts of faith. Follow eboo patel and explore their bibliography from s eboo patel author page. There is no better time to stand up for your values than when they are under attack. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel 2010, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Sep 04, 2012 the furor over the establishment of the ground zero mosque underscores this interfaith leaders urgent plea for pluralism. Intriguing memoir by an american muslim of indian descent who discovered a calling to interfaith work. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america by eboo patel. Eboo patel ifyc founder and president to see the other side, to defend another people, not despite your tradition, but because of it, is the heart of pluralism.
Acts of faith download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. As a young man eboo patel, an american muslim from india, experienced. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a. Acts of faith, 2007 author, speaker, educator, and interfaith leader eboo founded interfaith youth core on the idea that religion should be a bridge of cooperation rather than a barrier of. Acts of faith is a thoughtful and inspirational book that explores the unique pressures on people of color today with great insight and sensitivity. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation boston. Acts of faith is his story of growing up muslim in america and how he came to. Uplifting and invaluable, sacred ground is essential reading for our polarized era. Instead of the usual fare of games, friends, fundraisers, and trips that characterize too much religious youth work, patel reminds us of the critical, urgent need to engage young people as change agents for creating a more civil and vibrant society. The tradition you were born into was your home, brother wayne told me, but as. Pluralism, patel boldly argues, is at the heart of the american project. In this inspiring and thoughtprovoking book, patel draws on his personal experience as a muslim in america to examine broader questions about the importance of.
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The story of islam, the story of pluralism of acts of faith eboo patel discusses his time at oxford, his work with the interfaith youth core, and the discovery of his faith in islam. In sacred ground eboo patel takes us deeper into the cause. A visionary book, part comingofage memoir and part calltoaction. Acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to believe in religious pluralism, from one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states. Ifyc founder and president to see the other side, to defend another people, not despite your tradition, but because of it, is the heart of pluralism. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation 9780807077276 by patel, eboo and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. In 1998, when he was 22, eboo patel founded the interfaith youth core spelled core because it seeks to be the heart of a larger movement, which now has a presence on 140 college campuses. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation new edition. Sacred ground isbn 9780807077481 pdf epub eboo patel ebook.
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