Uncommon Friendships

Interreligious friendships are examined through the lens of three notable pairings of thinkers, revealing their vital role in shaping contemporary religious thought. The relationships between Franz Rosenzweig and Eugen Rosenstock-Huessy, Emmanuel Levinas and Maurice Blanchot, and Julia Kristeva and Catherine Clement highlight how sustained dialogue and disagreement foster innovation within religious traditions. By reinterpreting their interactions, the author illustrates how these friendships can influence our understanding of religion, aesthetics, education, politics, and the nature of friendship itself.