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Understanding Islam
Understanding Islam
Origins • beliefs • practices • holy texts • sacred places
Paperback
112
pages
197 x 130 mm
ISBN
9781907486166
RRP: £6.99
Price: £6.29
08 July 2010
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A concise and accessible introduction to IsIam, highlighting its development and key principles and offering a balanced view of its role in the world today.
Islam, the last of the major monotheistic traditions to emerge in human history, dates back to the early seventh century. Today the Islamic community reflects a range of national, ethnic, socioeconomic and linguistic backgrounds. This enlightening book outlines Islam’s essential practices and beliefs, including its origins and historical development, sacred texts, beliefs on death and the afterlife, as well as themes such as society and religion.
Topical issues such as Political Islam, Islam and Israel, and Fundamentalism are addressed with intelligence, skill and sensitivity.
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