A Skeptic's Guide to Islam

A Skeptic's Guide to Islam
Author: Heina Dadabhoy
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2019-12
Genre:
ISBN: 9781634310284

An honest insider's look at Islam and Muslim life from a former devout veiled Muslim turned outspoken atheist, whose personal journey has been featured in the New York Times Straight from the mouth and mind of an ex-Muslim atheist, A Skeptic's Guide to Islam covers everything that non-Muslims who lack an Islamic background need to know about Islam and Muslims, from the real meaning of jihad to the various types of hijab, from views on dating to questions of feminine hygiene. Taking neither an anti- nor a pro-Islamic perspective, this book honestly addresses common misconceptions and misperceptions those in the West have about Islam and its followers.

Skepticism in Classical Islam

Skepticism in Classical Islam
Author: Paul L. Heck
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2013-11-20
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1134591179

The first major treatment of skepticism in Islam, this book explores the critical role of skeptical thinking in the development of theology in Islam. It examines the way key thinkers in classical Islam faced perplexing questions about the nature of God and his relation to the world, all the while walking a fine line between belief in God’s message as revealed in the Qur’an, and the power of the mind to discover truths on its own. Skepticism in Classical Islam reveals how doubt was actually an integral part of scholarly life at this time. Skepticism is by no means synonymous with atheism. It is, rather, the admission that one cannot convincingly demonstrate a truth claim with certainty, and Islam’s scholars, like their counterparts elsewhere, acknowledged such impasses, only to be inspired to find new ways to resolve the conundrums they faced. Whilst their conundrums were unique, their admission of the limits of knowledge shares much with other scholarly traditions. Seeking to put Islam on the map of the broader study of the history of scepticism, this book will be of interest to scholars and students of Religion, History and Philosophy.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam, 2nd Edition

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam, 2nd Edition
Author: Yahiya Emerick
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2004-11-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1101097426

An up-close and up-to-date look at an often misunderstood faith This completely revised and updated guide explores the tenets of the Qu’ran (a.k.a. Koran), examines the history of the religion and its relationship to Christianity and Judaism, and features an expanded section on the true story behind “jihad.” It explores Islamic views on war and terrorism, including the Muslim perspective on the tragic events of September 11, and the subsequent U.S. presence in both Afghanistan and Iraq. • Excellent sales for the first edition • Islam is the fastest growing religion in America, with more than six million devoted followers • Features an expanded section on women in Islam, including their status within the Taliban, and the Islamic practice of polygamy

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam
Author: Yahiya Emerick
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2004
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781592572724

Dispelling the popular myths about Muslims and Islam, this is a beginners' guide to the history and development of Islam and the Muslim faith.

The No-Nonsense Guide to Islam

The No-Nonsense Guide to Islam
Author: Ziauddin Sardar
Publisher: New Internationalist
Total Pages: 143
Release: 2007-04-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1906523622

This guide explains Islamic history, the Qur’an, sharia law, and Islam’s relationship with the West. It analyzes the struggle within the faith for a more humane interpretation of the religion, issues surrounding women, democracy, and economic development, and the outlook post-9/11 and the Iraq war. Merryl Wyn Davies is a writer, anthropologist, and TV producer. The author of Knowing One Another: Shaping an Islamic Anthropology, she also co-authored the international bestseller Why Do People Hate America? Ziauddin Sardar is a writer, broadcaster, and cultural critic. His works include Postmodernism and the Other, Orientalism, and Why Do People Hate America?, written with Merryl Wyn Davies.

The Beliefnet Guide to Islam

The Beliefnet Guide to Islam
Author: Hesham A. Hassaballa
Publisher: Harmony
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2006
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0385514549

Hassaballa, a columnist for beliefnet.com and cofounder of the Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic relations, takes readers into the heart Islam, describing its origins, its links to Judaism and Christianity, and its place and practices in the modern world.

Islam for Beginners

Islam for Beginners
Author: Kamal Yussuf
Publisher:
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2017-08-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781975645052

Islam for Beginners will provide you all the info you need on Islam Do you want to know about the religion of Islam and what it stands for?Would you like to gain a basic understanding of the pillars of Islam?Is the teaching of Islam such a terrible religion that is made out to be in the media and its critics?If yes, look no further, this little guide on Islam was written for anyone who wishes to discover the true meaning and teachings of the pillars of Islam.Kamal Yussuf is an author who has studied the religion since a childhood and has taken on this project to distill Islam into this little book for anyone!By purchasing this book on Islam, you can expect to learn about:* Islam religion, Muslims, and Islam history* The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)* The Quran* 5 pillars of Islam* Islam and democracy* Women in Islam* Islam and terrorism* Ramadan* The similarities between Islam, Christianity, and Judaism * And much more....This book on Islam is intended to give you the basic goods on Islam without the hype - just the facts. The book is focused on providing a lot of basic and foundational knowledge about Islam and its teachings. TAKE ACTION TODAY AND BUY THIS BOOK! After reading this little guide on Islam, it will lay the foundation for you to gain a better understanding of Islam, Islamic history , Islam philosophy and it will give you the knowledge base to be able to dig even deeper on your own to explore Islam further if you wish so.For any knowledge, you need to obtain the basic understanding the subject matter first, and this little guide on Islam was written to do just that for anyone interested to learn about Islam and its teachings. It is a must read book for anyone interested in Islam for curiosity, introduction to Islam, for professionals, for lay persons, for media people, for governments, and NGOs, and a wide range of other readers!Get your copy today and be enlightened about Islam by "clicking the Buy with 1-Click" button above!

A Brief Illustrated Guide to Understanding Islam

A Brief Illustrated Guide to Understanding Islam
Author: I. A. Ibrahim
Publisher: Darussalam
Total Pages: 80
Release: 1997
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9789960340111

The book provides information on the evidence for the truth of Islam, some benefits of Islam, and general information on Islam.

The Everything Understanding Islam Book

The Everything Understanding Islam Book
Author: Christine Huda Dodge
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 327
Release: 2009-04-18
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1605507245

Muslim convert Christine Huda Dodge possesses a unique foot-in-each-world perspective on Islam. With her comprehension of Islam and her understanding of the kinds of questions and issues that perplex Westerners, she is the perfect guide to: The life of Muhammad the Prophet The QurÆan and the Sunnah The five pillars of practice Muslim daily life Women and Islam This guide is ideal for casual readers and students alike. Authoritative, accessible, detailed, and celebratory, it covers everything from basic beliefs and practices to the Islamic influences on Western civilization.