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Islam - An Introduction: Teach Yourself (ePub eBook)


Islam - An Introduction: Teach Yourself (ePub eBook)

eBook by Maqsood, Ruqaiyyah Waris;

Islam - An Introduction: Teach Yourself (ePub eBook)

£12.99

ISBN:
9781444130737
Publication Date:
28 May 2010
Publisher:
Hachette UK
Imprint:
Teach Yourself
Pages:
320 pages
Format:
eBook
For delivery:
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Islam - An Introduction: Teach Yourself (ePub eBook)

Description

Do you want to learn more about this fascinating and complex world religion? Islam - an Introduction is a complete guide to the history, beliefs, and practicalities of this often misunderstood faith. Fully updated, it also addresses the key questions currently surrounding the religion, including women's rights, terrorism and fundamentalism, to give you a better understanding of Islam in the world today. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of psychology. FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Contents

: introduction : Muhammad : the life of the blessed prophet Muhammad : the succession : the Qur'an and its teachings : the Qur'an : the key teachings of Islam : Islamic worship : worship - Ibadah : the pillars of Islam : the practical worship of Islam : Hajj - pilgrimage to Makkah : Jihad : festivals and special days : places of worship : mosques : shariah - the Islamic way of life : shariah - the Prophet's way : sufism : human rights : the sanctity of life : justice, crime and punishment : work and wealth : sex : women's rights : drugs, alcohol and tobacco : friendship and hospitality : unity and khilafah and Muslim organisation : green Islam : Islamic ethics : rites of passage : birth : marriage : divorce : the twilight years : death and burial : social Islam : Islamic dress : Islamic diet : problems for Muslims in non-Muslim societies : Racism and Islamaphobia : glossary : taking it further : index

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