Abu YA'Qub Al-Sijistani
Paul E. Walker looks at this seminally important Ismaili missionary from the tenth century (Islamic fourth century) from a fresh perspective. Al-Sijistani and his thought are presented in this book mu...
Key Themes For The Study Of Islam
"Key Themes for the Study of Islam" examines the central themes and concepts indispensable to an informed understanding of Islamic religion and society. From Gender and History to Prayer and Prophecy,...
Mehmed Ali: From Ottoman Governor To Ruler Of Egypt
Mehmed Ali (c. 1770 - 1849), often dubbed the founder of modern Egypt, was one of the most important figures in the history of the Ottoman Empire. Born in what is now Greece, and seemingly headed for ...
Memoirs Of A Mission
Al-Mu'ayyad fi'l-Din al-Shirzi (d. 470/1087) was an outstanding, multi-talented Fatimid scholar of Persian origin. He excelled as a missionary-agent, statesman, poet, preacher and theologian. Based on...
Reason And Inspiration In Islam: Theology, Philosophy And Mysticism In Muslim Thought
In all the current alienating discourse on Islam as a source of extremism and fanatic violence this new publication takes a timely and refreshing look at the traditions of Islamic mysticism, philosoph...
Islam Today: An Introduction
An introduction to the contemporary challenges and key issues facing Islam. Illustrated with examples and case studies taken from lived religion, it looks at Islam in a modern context, and modern issu...
The Tahzibuninisa - An Etiquette Guide For Moslem Women
Originally published in 1890. Author: Ghulam Mahomed Ghouse Mooneer Language: English Keywords: Islam Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extrem...
Defining Islam: A Reader
Defining Islam: A Reader aims to present original source material and scholarly reflections on how the word "Islam" is to be used and understood. Ever since a group of people came into existence who c...
Earth, Empire And Sacred Text: Muslims And Christians As Trustees Of Creation
This volume seeks to construct a Muslim-Christian theological discourse on creation and humanity, which could help adherents of both faiths work together to preserve our planet, bring justice to its m...
The Anthropology Of Islam
An increasing number of people have questions about Islam and Muslims. But how can we approach and study Islam after September 11th? Which is the best methodology to understand an Islam that is changi...
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