In Karen Armstrong's biography of the Prophet of Islam she describes Muhammad as a respectful man who lived a decent life. Ms. Armstrong argues that while the Islamic religion is often represented as cruel, inherently violent and intolerant, Muhammad taught tolerance toward Jews and Christians to all of his followers.

This event was hosted by the Mosaic Foundation as part of their new lecture series Re Discovering the Arab World.

Karen Armstrong is the author of numerous books, including The Great Transformation, A History of God and The Spiral Staircase.