Islam For Dummies

Understand common Muslim beliefs Explore Islamic history, from Muhammad to the present-day Identify the differences between Islamic sects Learn about customs, history, and Islamic law You don't have to be Muslim to understand Islam. This friendly guide introduces you to the origins and practices of Islam, including the Five Pillars and life-cycle rituals, and reveals the significance of Muhammad and the Qur'an, Islam's sacred scripture. You also meet the various Islamic sects, and see how Islam fits in with other Abrahamic religions. Follow how Islam has adapted over time, and examine recent developments in the Islamic world. From Islamic tradition to Islam in the modern-day, this insightful reference provides everything you need to know about the Muslim faith. Inside... The prophet Muhammad and the origins of Islam Muslim ideas on heaven and hell Teachings of the Qur'an Islamic rituals and customs The principles of Islamic ethics Muslim contributions to world civilization