The Alternative Platform Show: Islam and Christianity in the Modern World

Which Faith is More Relevant for the 21st Century, Islam or Christianity? Are Christian values Still Relevant Today? Is religious faith still relevant? Representing the Muslim perspective was Brother Adnan Rashid, He is a public speaker, debater and activist. He is presently studying history at university of London. He specializes in the history of Islamic civilization, Sciences, numismatics, ancient manuscript and antiques. He is a public speaker with an experience of delivering presentations on Islamic topics in a number of universities. Adnan Rashid comes from a family of renowned scholars of Islam: his great grandfarher ( Shiekh Minhajuddin Bin Sirajuddin ). He has also publicly debated a host of Christian clergy. He is presently serving as a khateeb for HMYA ( Harrow Muslim Youth Association ). Representing the Christian side was Mr. Jay Smith, a Ph.D. candidate in Islamic studies at Brunel University in London. He has participated in many debates that have included distinguished opponents such as Benazir Bhuto, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan. He is famous for his unique evangelistic ministry. He teaches Christian-Muslim Apologetics. - Beth Grove is a British grad student in theology, she is part of Hyde Park Christian Fellowship, she debates the place of women in traditional Islam, in contrast to New Testament teaching. She has debated Muslims on the street level at Speaker's Corner for the past two years. The Topic of Debate: Islam and Christianity in the Modern World Adnan Rashid vs. Jay Smith (Sky Channel, UK )