Franciscan rule codified two official postures toward Muslims, humble or confrontational
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The rule speciļ¬es that there are two ways to live among the Saracens: either humbly, avoiding dispute and confessing to be Christians, or boldly preaching the Word in hopes of converting them. To the latter, the rule enjoins steadfastness and courage: a string of Gospel citations reminds them not to fear martyrdom. ā John V. Tolan, Saracens, 1109