In What Is Islam?, Shahab Ahmed presents a bold new conceptualization of Islam that challenges dominant understandings grounded in the categories of "religion" and "culture" or those that privilege law and scripture.
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Of the many books explaining Islam, few specifically address the concerns and questions of those from a Christian background.
There are many reasons for this deterioration, among them the legacy of colonialism, the emergence of the puritanical and anti—historical Wahhabi and Salafi movements, economic problems, the breakdown of private endowments supporting ...
He also analyzes the concept of Jihad, the role of women in Islam and the values that Islam cherishes. The development of Islam in America and the roles that Muslims play in the United States are also elaborated upon in this volume.
As long as Islam and Muslims are in the news, this book will serve as an excellent resource for students, the media, and the broader reading public.
A balanced portrayal of |real Islam|, looking beyond the common perceptions and polemical debates.
The dictionary focuses primarily on the 19th and 20th centuries, stressing topics of most interest to Westerners. What emerges is a highly informative look at the religious, political, and social spheres of the modern Islamic world.
The Facts on Islam spotlights Islam's explosive growth and increasing influence in the world.
This second edition of Islam: A Brief History is the ideal introduction, offering readers a concise yet thoroughly absorbing account of a faith that is shared by more than a billion people today.