Islam for Beginners: The Complete Little Guide on Islam for Anyone

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Al Aswany’s widely popular novel centers around the Yacoubian Building in downtown Cairo. The diverse group of people who pass through it represent the many and changing facets of twentieth-century Egypt. The most important thing a seeker of knowledge should be concerned with is the Book of Allaah, memorizing it and reading its interpretation. Moreover, one should seek knowledge from a scholar who is known to be righteous and has a correct belief so that he would teach him properly and guide him in a proper way. Throughout the 23 years of his prophethood in the face of hardship and opposition, Muhammad ﷺ worked to communicate the divine instruction to his followers.

The Hadith are a collection of recorded actions and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. They present the example of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the way he lived his life from general characteristics to the smallest details of his actions as well as the things he said such as advice warnings or explanations of the Quran. Together, the knowledge that we gain from the Hadiths forms the Sunnah (tradition of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which all Muslims aim to follow. How to Live Your Life According to God’s Will? By the same author: Islam Under Siege. 4. The Great Theft: Wrestling Islam From the Extremistsby Khaled Abou El Fadl

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I first heard about Abdel-Magid on The Guilty Feministpodcast (which I highly recommend, by the way!). After reading more about her life, I couldn’t believe what a variety of experiences she’s had at such a young age. This memoir describes, among other things, her time as the only woman and only person of Sudanese-Egyptian heritage working as an engineer on an Australian oil and gas rig. 11. American Radical by Tamer Elnoury (with Kevin Maurer).

Although Sunnis make up the majority of Muslims, not every Muslim belongs to the same Islamic sect. A Muslim’s Islamic beliefs may take one of these forms: Short personal essays by Muslims across the globe make up this beautiful book. Each story is as unique as the narrator whose picture accompanies it. The essays are divided into topics, each of which is introduced with a brief explanation. Even seemingly straightforward themes like “Hijab” encourage a variety of viewpoints, broadening the simplistic definitions often assigned them. 10. Yassmin’s Storyby Yassmin Abdel-Magid. This history book reads like a novel. Perhaps this is not surprising, given the ups, downs, and unexpected twists of Islamic history. Ansary’s goal is to tell world history from a Muslim point of view. Although the West appears sometimes as a bystander, sometimes an antagonist, from the time of Muhammed to the early 2000s the narrative of this book is driven by the Islamic world.Muhammad (Peace and blessings be upon him) was born in the Arabian town of Mecca in the year 570. From the time of his youth, he was known as the most honest and trustworthy person. Though he lived in a culture of idol worship, he always knew in his heart that there was only one God. At the age of 40, God chose Muhammad ﷺ to become a prophet to deliver the message of God’s will to the people. His mission was especially important because after him there was no other prophet to come. Islam is not named after a particular person as in the case of Christianity or Buddhism nor is it named after a group of people like Hinduism or Judaism. Islam is purely and simply living in accordance with what God wants. So, Islam is more than a religion, it’s a way of life. Who is a Muslim? Baha’is and Ahmadiyyas are 19th-century offshoots of Shi’ite and Sunni Islam, respectively. Bahai’s consider themselves the newest of the major world’s religions but recognize that historically they originated from Shi’ite Islam in the same way that Christianity originated from Judaism. Ahmadiyyas do regard themselves as Muslims. Most other Muslims, however, deny that either group is a legitimate form of Islam and regard members of both groups as heretics — people who have corrupted and abandoned Islamic belief and practice. Also by John Esposito: What Everyone Needs to Know About Islam. 7. Radical Love: Teachings From the Islamic Mystical Tradition, Translated and edited by Omid Safi Ali’s books represent a vast array of historical eras and geographical settings within the Muslim world. The five novels that make up this collection take place in Spain, Jerusalem, Istanbul, Sicily, and Pakistan respectively. For historical fiction lovers, these books are not to be missed.

The companions of Muhammad ﷺ memorized and recorded the words of the Quran exactly as they were recited. The Quran has remained unchanged to the letter since it was revealed over 1400 years ago. What Are Hadiths? By the same author: The Kite Runnerand And the Mountains Echoed (both also excellent). 13. Girls of Riyadh by Rajaa Alsanea

What do Muslims believe?

In 472 colour illustrations, Birk transcribes the English translation of the Qur’an against images of American life. This beautiful volume is the artist’s interpretation of the sacred text and its relevance for everyday life. All perfect praise be to Allaah, The Lord of the Worlds. I testify that there is none worthy of worship except Allaah, and that Muhammad is His slave and Messenger.

Saum: A fast from dawn to dusk each day during the ninth month (Ramadan) when Muslims are not supposed to eat, drink, or engage in sexual intercourse. This is a time of spiritual renewal. Belief in the book of God and in the messengers and prophets who revealed this book. (These are sometimes listed as two separate Pillars, creating Six Pillars of Faith.) The book is an eternal heavenly book that was partly revealed in the Jewish and Christian Bibles and is fully revealed in the Qur’an. God sent his prophets and messengers to reveal his word and to warn people what would happen if they didn’t return to the path of God. Muhammad is the final prophet in a series that began with Adam and includes Abraham, Noah, Moses, and Jesus, among others. The result of thousands of interviews conducted with Muslims all over the globe, this book aims to counter misinformation by accurately representing Muslim viewpoints. Issues such as democracy, extremism, feminism, and opinions of the U.S. are discussed. The responses from those surveyed are diverse, but trends shed some light on contemporary Muslim views. Those Caliphs who truly followed in the Prophet's foot steps are called 'The Rightly-Guided Caliphs' (Al-Khulafa-ur Rashidun in Arabic). They are the first four Caliphs: Abu Bakr, 'Umar, Uthman and Ali. All four were among thc earliest and closest Companions of the Prophet (peace be on him). They lived simple and righteous lives and strove hard for the religion of God. Their justice was impartial, their treatment of others was kind and merciful, and they were one with the people - the first among equals. After these four, the later Caliphs assumed the manners of kings and emperors and the true spirit of equality of ruler and ruled diminished to a considerable extent in the political life of Muslims. Tariq Ramadan's biography of the Prophet Muhammed is intended for both Muslims and non-Muslims. It offers a new understanding of one the most influential figures in history.

Safi collects passages from classical Islamic texts that celebrate love for humans and for God. The Qur’an, Rumi, and the writings of Muslim mystics are all represented in this volume of Sufi love poetry. In the Islamic faith, Muslims are expected to fulfill five fundamental acts of worship. The Five Pillars of Worship ( arkan al-‘ibada) are the basic acts involved in being a believing and practicing Muslim, but each Pillar is also a gateway to deeper understanding and greater spirituality as one grows in the Islamic faith. These works of fiction aren’t necessarily about Islam, but they familiarize readers with important aspects of the religion and its history. Muslim characters and Islamic settings can reveal so much about the different communities that make up Islam. These Islamic books are definitely worth a read! 12. A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini Salat: Salat is a formal, ritualized prayer performed at five specified times each day facing Mecca. Salat consists of a sequence of recitations and bodily positions, including prostration with one’s forehead touching the ground.