> Saturday 17th February, 6.30pm
> Charles Wilson Building, 1 University Ave. (corner with Gibson St.)
In this lecture, Idris Tawfiq will discuss the unique path he tread in discovering and embracing Islam, from his background as a devout and learned Catholic who spent some five years in Rome and the Vatican. Nowadays he is based in Egypt, a land he is in love with. [See bio below]
There will be a chance to put all your questions to Idris. Admission free, all welcome.
Organised by GUMSA as part of a tour coordinated by FOSIS.
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IDRIS TAWFIQ: An Introduction
Born in the United Kingdom, Idris Tawfiq has a degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Manchester and another degree in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas in Rome. He stayed in Rome to study Philosophy as well as Catholic Canon Law.
Idris was head of RE in various English schools, and it was time spent with Muslim pupils, as well as visiting Egypt, that first got him interested in Islam. He embraced the faith in 2001 and has since been engaged in speaking and writing in a straightforward manner about Islam, spirituality and the Arab world.
Idris writes regularly for Islam Online and various newspapers, and his book entitled "Gardens of Delight: A Simple Introduction to Islam" will be released in the UK in March 2007.
www.idristawfiq. com
