- Paperback: 448 pages
- Publisher: Alpha; 2nd Revised edition edition (Nov 1 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1592572723
- ISBN-13: 978-1592572724
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 18.7 x 2.4 cm
- Shipping Weight: 658 g
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (61 customer reviews)
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It may surprise readers to discover that Islam is the fastest-growing religion in the world, according to The Complete Idiot's Guide to Islam. "However, even more eye-opening is the fact that Islam is the fastest growing religion in North America," writes author Yahiya Emerick (How to Tell Others About Islam). Paradoxically, Islam is also one of the most misunderstood and maligned religions in North America. Fortunately, Emerick has written a viable antidote to the widespread confusion and ignorance. Using the Idiot's Guide's formula of questions and answers, sidebars, and small, easy-to-digest essays, Emerick makes Islam accessible to anyone who is inclined to learn more about this influential religion. Readers have much to glean from this comprehensive and balanced guidebook--primarily that Islam is a prayerful, peace-loving religion that has been misused in the name of terror, just as Hitler and other extremists have misused Christianity throughout history. Emerick devotes an entire section to "Looking at Women in Islam," in which readers can sort through even more misconceptions. The Idiot's Guide title belies the integrity of the book, which is an important contribution for our times. --Gail Hudson
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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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
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Imagine learning that there are over a billion people in the world, one sixth of humanity, who follow a religion that you never really studied in school. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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A Review form a Muslim,
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This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam (Paperback)
As a Muslim who read this book, I recommend this book to every non-muslim who wants to know more about Islam to correct the misinformation that is spread these days about Islam. This book will show you that Islam is a religion of equality, justice and peace. Islam is a lifestyle and a religion that touches many aspects of life to lead people into inner-peace and peace with each other.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
good but contains some errors,
By Sister81 (UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam (Paperback)
As a practicing Muslim with limited knowledge of Islamic sciences I noticed some glaring errors in this book, for example in the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) it wrongly states that Abraham was a polytheist and then became a Prophet. According to traditional Islamic scholars this is incorrect and there is at least one explicit verse in the Qur'an that states 'Ibrahim was NEVER amongst the polytheists', and the way the verses where Ibrahim appears to worship the moon, stars and sun are written is in such a way that it is apparant that he is trying to prove such things are disbelief by asking rhetorical questions. Only a few modern scholars ignorant of the explicit verses stating Ibrahim and other Prophets never dabbled in polytheism make such claims. Throughout the book Yahya Emerick seems to be getting his information from modern fringe salafi/ikhwaani scholars who are not representive of the majority in Islam. Many of the 'reformers' he mentioned and praised were founders of the salafi movement and many people believe these men caused a lot of damage to Islam. I personally do not think Mr Emerick is qualified to say many of the things he does, I think he should have co-authored the book with a recognised mainstream scholar. There are also many other things, and then some of the information about shias is very incorrect, I am not shia but I found the ignorance about the shia side of Islam offensive. I personally could not give this book to a non muslim because of the errors and minority views it contains; which is a shame as otherwise its a very good informative book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
can be used as a reference book,
By Deanna (New Jersey United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam (Paperback)
Like all of the Idiot's Guides I've read it has the cute drawings, humor, and is fairly easy to read. It contains a wealth of information about Islam throughout history, basic Muslim beliefs, sects in the religion, Islam in world affairs today, Islam in the U.S., etc. While I disagree with a few things that he mentioned in the women in Islam section and feel that he writes from a conservative point of view, overall it's a good book that will give you an idea about what Islam is all about.
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