Lesley Hazleton: The doubt essential to faith

The video explores the life of Muhammad from the perspective of an agnostic Jew, focusing on the night of his first revelation. It delves into the themes of doubt and faith, contrasting fundamentalism with true faith. The speaker emphasizes the importance of faith in humanity and the future, and speculates on Muhammad's potential views on modern extremism, advocating for peace and justice.

What is the speaker's initial perspective on exploring Muhammad's life?

• A mystical journey into the unknown

• An exploration of empirical facts

• A journey into familiar territory

• A simple historical analysis

How did Muhammad initially perceive his experience on the mountain?

• As a hallucination or possession

• As a clear message from God

• As a joyful encounter

• As a divine revelation

What was Muhammad's reaction after the revelation according to the speaker?

• He was filled with joy and certainty

• He doubted and feared

• He immediately accepted his role

• He ignored the experience

What does the speaker suggest is essential to faith?

• Blind belief

• Doubt

• Dogmatism

• Absolute certainty

How does the speaker view the role of doubt in faith?

• As unnecessary

• As essential

• As a hindrance

• As a weakness

How does the speaker describe the attitude of fundamentalists?

• Flexible and understanding

• Certain and dogmatic

• Full of doubt

• Open to questions

What irony does the speaker point out about fundamentalists?

• They are open-minded

• They promote peace

• They are the true faithful

• They are the real infidels

What does the speaker say about the struggle of real faith?

• It requires absolute answers

• It is a continual struggle and questioning

• It involves no questioning

• It is easy and straightforward

What does the speaker believe about the possibility of peace in the Middle East?

• It is impossible

• It is a naive hope

• It is already achieved

• It is possible despite challenges

What does the speaker refuse to do in the face of despair?

• Accept it as inevitable

• Retreat into silence

• Reject it and insist on faith

• Live without hope