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by Teresa Lesher (Author)
"Searching for God not only offers an inspiring, emotional insight to the author's journey to and through Islam, it beautifully maps out Islamic principles in an understandable and relatable way. Truly a five-star read!"
- Ameena Blake, Muslim scholar, UK
"A story of a Christian who always carried Islam - unknowingly - in her heart until she finally discovered it, then artistically crafted her experience with a feather. Rarely does a book touch my heart and inspire me like that."
- Fadel Soliman
Bridges' Translation of the Ten Qira'at of the Noble Quran
"One of my earliest memories is of contemplating God. I was a freckle-faced girl of five, sitting quietly in catechism class when the teacher casually said, 'God is bigger than everything.' The words hit me like a blast force. The classroom disappeared, the teacher's voice muted, and I gasped at the revelation. Bigger than the tallest tree in the yard? Bigger than a mountain? Bigger than the world? The enormity of God impressed me, but I couldn't help wondering, 'If He is bigger than anything, where is He?'"
In this inspirational memoir, Teresa Lesher shares her search for God. She explores factors that have made her who she is as well as influencers who shape who she aspires to be and who lead her in her quest for the Divine. She dissects basic concepts that have been essential for her understanding of God as well as paradigms that shape her experience of Him. She shares her journey along the Divine Path and closer to Divine Presence through expressions of submission to Him. This quest for God takes her to her innermost self and ends with a discovery of life, an understanding of love, and a commitment to truth.
Author Biography
Born and raised a Christian in the United States, Teresa Lesher has spent her adult life as a Muslim in the Middle East, where she raised four children and served in many academic, research and volunteer positions. With a PhD in Information Studies, she contributed to the education of librarians in Kuwait. With cross-cultural knowledge and experience, she managed two NGOs that cater to expatriates in Kuwait. With a love for writing, she has authored or edited Quranic dictionaries, academic works, and newspaper articles. Now retired, Teresa continues to study Islam and share its beauty with others.
