Combining the scholarly with the personal, this innovative introduction by an internationally renowned Islamicist gives the reader an insight into the history, traditions and beliefs of Islam. Taking his own spiritual journey as a starting point, Professor Ayoub explores all aspects of Islam; from the Qur'an and Islamic law to the epic poetry of the Sufis; from the spread of Islam worldwide to reform movements in the US and Europe.
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Oxford
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Oneworld
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2004
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
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xiii, 242 p. : map ; 23 cm.
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Includes bibliographical references )p. 237-238( and index.
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ISBN: 185168350X
NOTES PERTAINING TO TITLE AND STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY
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Mahmoud M. Ayoub
ORIGINAL VERSION NOTE
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Origins and early history -- Prophethood, revelation, and the Qur n -- Faith and worship -- The formative period of Muslim history -- The age of the Caliphs -- The spread of Islam -- The religious sciences -- Sufism: the mystical tradition -- Theology and philosophy -- Women and men -- Islam and modernity.