Islam: Beliefs and observances (Barron's compact studies of world religions)
Type
Book
Authors
ISBN 10
0812037995
ISBN 13
9780812037999
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Publication Year
1987
Publisher
Pages
351
Description
This concise study examines Islam as a world religious, cultural, and political force, beginning with its founding by the prophet Muhammad in the early seventh century, A.D. Islam's fundamental scripture, the Quran, is explained in detail, and the core of Islamic beliefs and obligations are presented. Among the many other aspects of Islam explored in this book are its numerous sects, its dissemination throughout the world, and its present religious and political strength and influence in every sensitive area of the world. - from Amzon
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1
