Key Themes for the Study of Islam

Key Themes for the Study of Islam
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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Total Pages : 387
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ISBN-10 : 9781780746845
ISBN-13 : 1780746849
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Book Synopsis Key Themes for the Study of Islam by : Jamal J. Elias

Download or read book Key Themes for the Study of Islam written by Jamal J. Elias and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Key Themes for the Study of Islam" examines the central themes and concepts indispensable to an informed understanding of Islamic religion and society. From Gender and History to Prayer and Prophecy, each authoritative chapter focuses on a single aspect of the religion and presents a critical discussion written by a world expert in that field. Exposing as false the idea that Islam and Muslims are incomprehensible to Western culture, this book will become the first choice for students and experts in religion from disparate fields, who wish to know how Islam relates to vital concepts in religion and society today.


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