Islam Explained

Islam Explained

A revealing guide to understanding the principles of Islam With more than 1.8 billion followers worldwide, Islam is one of the world's largest religions, but it is also one that is poorly understood by many Americans. Islam Explained offers an informative overview of the faith, helping those who are new to Islam foster cultural awareness while also providing those already familiar with it the opportunity to deepen their understanding. Whether you are looking to expand your own knowledge of Islam or just better understand the practices of Muslim friends, coworkers, and neighbors, this concise and essential guide provides a solid foundation for future study and conversation. Islam Explained features: Easy-to-understand explanations—This book provides a complete overview ideal for those who are interested in Islam as a faith, a subject of study, and beyond. Historical contexts—Better understand the history of Islam, how the religion has evolved, and the ways that history has shaped the lives of Muslims. Beliefs and practices—Explore what it means to be a practicing Muslim, including the Five Pillars, laws, dress codes, and brief glimpses into how they vary between individual sects. Take yourself on a journey that will end in a better, more complete understanding of Islam.

Essential Knowledge in Islam Explained by the Quran

This Book presents the most essential knowledge regarding the religion of Islam. Islam is the religion which invites all human beings to the pristine monotheism toward Allah the Creator of the Universe. The Book is intended for audiences who want to learn about Islam at the elementary level. The information presented in this Book is taken from verses in the Quran, which is the central Scripture in the religion of Islam. The related Quranic verses are also displayed as evidences of the presented information. The Quran was revealed in classical Arabic language and until these days still preserved in its original form. The English translation of such Quranic verses is presented throughout this Book. Thus, no knowledge in Arabic is required to understand this Book. Moreover, no knowledge concerning Islam is prerequisite to comprehend the contents of this Book. The teaching of Islam is intended for all mankind. Thus, this Book is purposed as a medium to convey the essential knowledge to common audiences, regardless of their religious, political, educational and ethnical background.

Islam Explained