Professor from the was invited to participate in the Second Annual Meeting of the , held on 30 September and 1 October at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome.
The CTRG, an international collective of scholars from Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, focuses on fostering interfaith dialogue by examining religious pluralism through the lens of comparative theology. The group aims to explore the theological understanding of religious otherness within each tradition, promoting mutual learning and collaboration.
Supported by the Gregorian Centre for Interreligious Studies, the at the University of Bonn, and the , the two-day meeting featured insightful discussions on a variety of interreligious themes, including:
- The Christian doctrine of the Trinity in dialogue with Jewish and Muslim theology
- Christian-Muslim dialogue on the Cross and its significance in both faiths
- A new interpretation of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ from a Qur鈥檃nic perspective
- A comparative study of mysticism and spiritual abandonment among Christian and Muslim thinkers
- The intersection of modern ethics and Jewish law (Halakha) in addressing ecological issues
- Theology from the Mediterranean, emphasizing dialogue, hospitality, and listening within Mediterranean contexts
- Comparative theology鈥檚 implications for interfaith understanding, particularly concerning Mary in the Qur鈥檃n and Islamic anthropology
Professor Berry鈥檚 participation highlights the active engagement of the University of Malta鈥檚 Faculty of Theology in promoting interfaith dialogue and exploring the role of theology in fostering peace and mutual understanding across diverse religious traditions.
