Wounded by Faith: A True Story

In his compelling new book, Wounded by Faith , Adam Elmasri delivers a powerful narrative that sheds light on the complex and often harrowing experience of growing up as a Coptic Christian in Islamic Egypt. This deeply personal memoir explores the challenges of navigating life as a religious minority, the painful process of questioning long-held beliefs, and the eventual emergence of a passionate human rights activist. Wounded by Faith offers readers a rare glimpse into the life of someone who has lived through religious persecution, systemic discrimination, and the inner turmoil of faith-based doubt. Elmasri recounts the constant struggle of being a member of the Coptic minority in Egypt, a society where religious identity can be both a source of community and a reason for ostracization. Through vivid storytelling, the book reveals how this experience shaped his worldview, instilling a deep understanding of the injustices faced by those marginalized for their beliefs. The book also delves into the universal theme of blind faith and its potential to cause harm. Elmasri argues that while faith can provide comfort and community, it can also inflict damage when it goes unquestioned. This is a story of not just one faith, but all faiths, and the varying degrees of damage they can cause when wielded as tools of control rather than vessels of peace and love. As the narrative unfolds, Wounded by Faith portrays the intense emotional and intellectual struggles that accompany the act of questioning everything once taken for granted. The journey from comfort to discomfort, from certainty to doubt, is one that resonates with anyone who has ever had to confront the possibility that the truths they were raised with may not be the truths they need to live by. But the story does not end in despair. Wounded by Faith is ultimately a story of rebirth, of rising from the ashes of doubt and persecution to become a voice for the voiceless. Elmasri’s transformation into a human rights activist, determined to fight for those who suffer in silence, is both inspiring and urgent. Once wounded by faith, Elmasri found a renewed purpose: to ensure that others who are wounded by faith are seen, heard, and supported. Wounded by Faith is more than a memoir; it is a call to action. It challenges readers to examine their own beliefs, to question the systems of power that shape their lives, and to stand up for those who are marginalized and oppressed. It is a book for anyone who has ever struggled with faith, identity, or the search for justice. —- ISBN: 9798308743668 | ISBN10: B0DVH1JV9J | ISBN-13: 979-8308743668