Islam: The Basics

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From the doctrines of Islam and the practices of Muslims, to the significance of Islam in the modern world, this volume provides a concise introduction to all aspects of the Islamic faith. It covers: - Islamic belief and practice - Theology and law - Sufism and Shi'ism - Fundamentalism - Islam today - Women in Islam - Political aspects of Islam - Non-Muslim approaches to Islam Other features include glossary, chapter summaries, annotated further reading, a chronology and maps. From the historical to the topical, Islam: The Basics provides an invaluable overview of a fascinating subject. With nearly 1500 rich years of history and culture to its name, Islam is one of the world 's great faiths and, in modern times, the subject of increasingly passionate debate by believers and non-believers alike. Islam: The Basics is a concise and timely introduction to all aspects of Muslim belief and practice. Topics covered include: The Koran and its teachings The life of the Prophet Muhammad Women in Islam Sufism and Shi ism Islam and the modern world Non-Muslim approaches to Islam Complete with a glossary of terms, pointers to further reading and a chronology of key dates, Islam: The Basics provides an invaluable overview of the history and the contemporary relevance of this always fascinating and important subject.

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