Sumud Podcast - Reverend Dr. Munther Isaac

Dec 26 2024 54 mins

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In this episode, we are joined by Reverend Dr. Munther Isaac, a Palestinian Christian pastor, theologian, academic dean of Bethlehem Bible College, and author.

Reverend Dr. Munther reflects on his personal journey growing up in Palestine during the Intifadas, the challenges of faith under occupation, and the role of the church in the Palestinian liberation struggle.

He shares insights from his upcoming book, his impactful "Christ Under the Rubble" display during Christmas, his unwavering commitment to spread awareness on Gaza today, and the religious diversity in Palestine.

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🎧 Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:20 Inspiration behind Christ under the rubble

06:37 His journey growing up in Palestine during the Intifadas

12:47 Liberation theology: A Palestinian perspective

19:11 The mission of the church in Palestine and the impact of the Nakba on Christianity in Palestine

28:19 Thanks to our sponsors

30:37 The West’s idea of christians in Palestine

35:06 The complicity of some Western churches in the genocide and the current changes

43:30 How Westerners can connect with churches in Palestine

44:16 Reverend Dr. Munther discusses his book The Other Side of the Wall

49:57 A Christmas message of Sumud and survival

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