Questions around the Idea of Interfaith Dialogue

Over the past 3 decades 'interfaith dialogue' has become a very famous phrase. However, there are still so many questions to be asked. What does interfaith mean? What happens to faith when it becomes interfaith? Who is included in interfaith and who is not? Does interfaith dialogue imply understanding? Is understanding necessary in order to pursue an interfaith dialogue? While attempts have been taken to address these question through so many publications and through the formation of many multifaith groups, the questions around the notion of 'interfaith dialogue' will still be faced from time to time. I would even argue that the more our society involves in interfaith dialogue, the more questions we encounter. It makes sense when some supporters of interfaith dialogue argue that interfaith dialogue is 'a moment of teaching and learning at the same time'. In his article, published by Examiner.com, D. Andrew Kille attempts to address some important questions about interfaith dialogue.