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Wednesday, September 11, 2002 at 10:00 AM EDT
The Soul of a Nation
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When the sky fell one year ago, Americans looked heavenward – and inward – for answers, for understanding and for solace.

On the anniversary of the day that shook America’s faith and struck a blow at its belief, we’re having an interfaith conversation about spirituality, self-reflection and God’s place in America now.

Tonight, On Point: soul-searching and September 11th. Assessing the state of America’s soul.

Guests:

Diana Eck, professor of Comparative Religion and Indian Studies at Harvard

Reverend William Sloane Coffin

Imam Talib ‘Abdur-Rashid, Mosque of Islamic Brotherhood in Harlem

Rabbi David Gelfand, The Jewish Center of the Hamptons

 
 

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