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The Power of Names

Apr 13th 2017

The Power of Names: Perspectives from Judaism and Islam
 
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Noor is very delighted to offer this very special discussion on the significance of names in two Abrahamic traditions, Judaism and Islam. Please join us for what promises to be a fascinating journey of learning, about similarities and differences, and insights that are afforded into the respective religious traditions.

Speakers:

Mavis Himes, PhD., C. Psych.; author of “The Power of Names”

On Names and Name-changing in Judaism

In the holy books of Judaism, it is written that the name by which a person is called constitutes a person’s soul and vital force. The Bible provides us with a template for the act of naming; in fact, many scholars believe that the act of naming is a repetition of God’s act of creation.

Timothy G. Gianotti, PhD

The Transformative Power of Names in Muslim Scriptural and Spiritual Traditions

“And[God] taught Adam the names — all of them…” (Q2:31)

Date: Thursday April 27, 2017
Time: 7.00 – 9.00pm
Location: Auditorium, Noor Cultural Centre 
Cost: $5


    About Noor Cultural Centre

    We aim to be a centre for Islamic practice and learning, and celebration of Islamic culture, while respecting the diversity in peoples and religions as directed by the Qur’an [49.13]: We have created you out of male and female, and have made you into nations and tribes, in order that you might come to know one another. In the sight of God the noblest among you is the one who is most deeply conscious of God.

    NOTE: Noor Cultural Centre no longer maintains a physical location

    Its 123 Wynford Drive location was sold in October 2021 after 18 months of continuous lockdown for COVID-19. Since March 2020, all Noor programming has been virtual, and is planned to continue thus, insh'Allah.





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