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An introduction to Islam

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Pearson Prentice Hall, 2006 - Religion - 418 pages
The author's extensive field work, experience, and scholarship combined with his engaging writing style and passion for the subject sets this text apart. An Introduction to Islam, Third Edition, provides students with a thorough and unified topical introduction to the global religious community of Islam. It places Islam within a cultural, political, social, and religious context and examines its connections with Judeo-Christian morals. The text's integration of the doctrinal and devotional elements of Islam enables students to see how Muslims think and live-engendering understanding and breaking down stereotypes. An Introduction to Islam, Third Editionalso reviews pre-Islamic history so students can see how Islam developed historically.

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User Review  - Noelle - Goodreads

I read this for a class on Islam. Over all the book and class were perfectly put together allowing all my questions about Islam to be answered. From the pre history though modern practices, beliefs ... Read full review

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User Review  - astropixie - Goodreads

Not my favorite textbook. But when you get past the dry writing, the information is clear and lucid. You don't get the biased undertones you might see from other books on Islam. It's funny seeing ... Read full review

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Contents

Beliefs Values
29
The Prophet
45
Part Three The Islamic Religious System
95
Copyright

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