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The second volume delves deeper into a variety of subjects that will help those who are embarking on the exploration of Islam; wisdom in the message of the Qur'an; ethics and spirituality, the virtues of service in islam, the anticipation of Mahdi and Messiah, etc. Although the questions included in this volume have been selected on the assumption that the reader is already acquanited with the contents of the first volume, an independent reading is...
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To understand Islam, one must understand the people who practice this faith. Consequently, this book is a detailed ethnographic study of two contemporary Sufi communities. It explores the perplexing range of theological and ritual variation, arguing for a direct correlation between Sufi multiformity and the agency of the spiritual leader, the Shaikh. He is principally responsible for shaping the community under his leadership.
This work gives fascinating...
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This book was written for the benefit of three categories of people: those close to converting to Islam but who have doubts, those who struggle with the whispers of Satan, causing them to doubt Islam, and those interested in learning more about Islam to get closer to God and invite others to the faith.
It's natural to have doubts and to question your beliefs about God and Islam. Islam encourages the one with doubts to seek knowledge and understanding...
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At a time unparalleled in history, humanity faces a threat of universal nuclear doomsday with an end result of total annihilation of life on earth. Being an enthusiast for global peace, with an extensive research background, Yousuf Gabriel explores the root cause of the nuclear problem. Probing deep into the realms of theology, philosophy, atomism, nuclear science, literature, and history, amid a mist of mystification regarding universal nuclear dilemma,...
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Emphasizing the character of the religion of Islam as consisting of faith and practice, this book analyzes thoroughly the five most important "pillars of Islam" that form the core of Islamic life, namely the profession of faith, the prayer, which is the first practical manifestation of faith, fasting, charity, and pilgrimage to Mecca. Explaining lucidly the necessity of fulfilling these "pillars" of Islam with the intention of pleasing God and purely...
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Muhammad Qasim Zaman is Robert H. Niehaus '77 Professor of Near Eastern Studies and Religion at Princeton University. He is the author of Religion and Politics under the Early Abbasids and the editor, with Robert W. Hefner, of Schooling Islam: The Culture and Politics of Modern Muslim Education (Princeton).
From the cleric-led Iranian revolution to the rise of the Taliban in Afghanistan, many people have been surprised by what they see as the modern...
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FACT-BASED
You can find opinions about Islamic doctrine in the mainstream media, but no facts. That is because they do not study the only foundation of knowledge about the true nature of Islam- Mohammed and Allah. This self-study course is, based on three of the Islamic source texts: the Koran, the Sira (biography of Mohammed) and the Hadith (his traditions). If your knowledge comes from these original texts, it can be, verified and your understanding...
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The wisdom of one of the greatest scholars of Islam can be a companion on your own spiritual journey.
Considered by many to be the all-time greatest scholar of Islam, Imam Abu Hamid al-Ghazali (1058—1111) was also one of the foremost sages of theology, philosophy and Sufism. His writings on the interrelation of law, theology and mysticism were central in establishing Sufism as a core dimension of orthodox Islamic practice. Muslim communities all...
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If a list of the half dozen most important figures in the historical elaboration of Islam were to be drawn up, there can be no doubt that Abu Hamid Ghazali would figure on that list. As a versatile and gifted scholar and, more importantly, a believer of great spiritual insight, he confronted all the intellectual and spiritual currents of his day and elaborated what might be called a defining synthesis of Sunni Islam. He achieved this result through...
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Sánchez-Albornoz reúne varios artículos que reivindican la integral españolía de las tierras andaluzas. Llama la atención del lector sobre los beneficios que supuso para Andalucía su reincorporación a la vida española.
El autor declara que no le mueve ninguna hostilidad hacia el Islam, ni hacia su acción en la historia hispana, cuya influencia reconoce. El libro se completa con una selección de textos árabes que revelan algunas de las...
11) Islam As It Is
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In Islam As It Is, Maulana Wahiduddin Khan, a renowned Islamic thinker and scholar, and President of the Islamic Centre, New Delhi, presents the fundamental teachings of Islam in a manner which will appeal directly to both general readers and students of Islam.Simple and straightforward in style, Islam As It Is gives the reader an accurate and comprehensive picture of Islam-the true religion of submission to God
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Secret Realities of Hajj features invaluable teachings and spiritual insight into the Islamic holy pilgrimage of Hajj. From the historical references of holy prophets to the remarkable scientific explanations of the circumambulation, this book provides a deeper understanding of this important pillar of faith. The beautiful illustrations aid in explaining the concepts, allowing the reader to fully comprehend its profound realities.
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A thought-provoking monograph which provides a systematic and rigorous exposition of a range of social, economic and political views from the vantage point of Islam. Humanity is in a state of confusion and is torn apart by conflicting claims of civilization superiority. In the context of current misunderstanding on the east-west relationship, this comparative study will help to alleviate hostilities.
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The Qur'an is the inimitable and direct Word of God. It was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad over twenty-three years, who faithfully transmitted it to humanity in the seventh century. Since then the text and meaning of the Qur'an has been preserved, word for word, exactly as it was fourteen hundred years ago. It is a Book of Guidance for all mankind with a central message of God's Oneness. Yet, it has several layers of meaning and beauty that are...
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If you've ever sighed wistfully upon, hearing of someone memorizing the Quran, wishing it was something you could do, too, then prepare to replace that wistfulness with determination!
Filled with inspirational stories for your heart and memorization techniques for your mind, The Crowning Venture reminds us that memorizing the Quran is not an achievement to be conquered, it's a journey to savor. A journey YOU can make.
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There are almost no authoritative, books readily available for the general reader that provide, in clear and accessible language, an introduction to the spiritual perspective illuminating Rumi's magical poetry. In this beautifully illustrated work, William C. Chittick, a leading scholar of Sufism and Rumi, opens doors that give us access to the inner sanctum of Rummi's thought.
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Fortress of the Muslim by Sa'id Bin Ali Bin Wahf Al-Qahtani is arguably the most famous anthology of Adkhar and Dua's of the Messenger of Allah (s). The original compilation is one of the most authentic collections available and has become the most popular dua book in the Muslim world today. Making dua to Allah frequently and with full submission has many benefits-it increases iman, gives hope and relief to the distressed, and saves the supplicant...
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Lorsque la première édition de Fichu voile est parue en 2011, la question du voile se posait déjà sur le terrain scolaire, mais également dans la fonction publique et au parlement. La loi d'interdiction du voile intégral était alors en gestation. Dix ans plus tard, les mêmes questions restent en suspens, mais d'autres s'y sont ajoutées : le voilement des fillettes se répand, les tenues de sport à connotation religieuse se multiplient, et...
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Islam was founded on ideals of compassion, justice, and peace. Islam's sacred book, the Quran, places a strong emphasis on the value of social harmony and peace. It teaches Muslims how to bring about peace and settle disputes through communication and understanding. Islam encourages its followers to work for a just society where everyone is treated fairly and equally.
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Sahih Al Bukhari (All Volumes in One Book) No Repetition in This Literary Hadith
Sahih Bukhari contains 7563 hadith reports, but of these some 2450 may be considered as distinct, While the others may be called their repetitions in one form or another. Repetitions of the same report very often occur in different books and chapters. The types of repetitions are:
• Hadith that have the same content and same chain of narration.
• Hadith that have...
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