The Three-Fold Stage Theory Of The Logos

There are many conflicts that are routed in interfaith conflict, and in order to resolve these conflicts the opposing groups must find common ground. This paper will discuss one way to obtain common ground by utilizing the Three-fold Stage Theory of the Logos, which consists of three main ideas that can be found in all three Abrahamic religions. This paper will focus specifically on the similarities that can be found in both Islam and Christianity. These similarities, which are found in the “word” of God that is respected by each faith, can be used to foster serious dialogue in interfaith conflicts. The Three-fold Stage Theory of the Logos mainly focuses on the importance of the word of God to all three Abrahamic faiths. The word of God refers to how the divine being revealed himself to humans. While the word of God is the central focus of this theory, it manifests itself in different forms in different religions. As mentioned in the previous paragraph, this paper will focus primarily on the word that is recognized by the Islamic faith and the word that is recognized
Both Islam and Christianity believe that a person is comprised of their physical form and their soul. This soul is immortal and will live on after the physical form is deceased. This belief coincides with the belief that there is an afterlife for the souls. The idea is that the soul will either be accepted into heaven or sentenced to eternal life in hell. Either way the fate of the soul is determined by the ultimate judgment made by God. These ideas can be vital to negotiations during interfaith conflicts, because each party will recognize the importance of following the “word” to gain favorable judgment by God. By recognizing that the other group is also trying to reach heaven, it may be easier for negotiations to happen because each group will be striving to reach