Islam: The Basics

Now in its second edition, Islam: The Basics provides an introduction to the Islamic faith, examining the doctrines of the religion, the practises of Muslims and the history and significance of Islam in modern contexts.

Autorentext

Colin Turner is Reader in Islamic Thought in the School of Government and International Affairs at the University of Durham, UK.

Klappentext

Now in its second edition, Islam: The Basics provides an introduction to the Islamic faith, examining the doctrines of the religion, the practises of Muslims and the history and significance of Islam in modern contexts.

Inhalt
Introduction 1.The Messenger 2. The Message 3.The Rise of Muslim Civilisation4.Belief 5. Practice 6. Spirituality7. Revival, Reform and the Challenges of Modernity. A Timeline of Events in Muslim History. Glossary of Arabic Terms. Index