In this book, Naseer Ahmad Faruqui, a well known Scholar of the Lahore Ahmadiyya jamaat, has written a commentary on selected verses of the Holy Quran which are frequently recited by Muslims in their daily lives. The book, translated from Urdu to English by Dr. Muhammad Ahmad, provides deep spiritual insight into the meanings of these Quranic ......
In Islam, apostasy is still viewed as an almost unthinkable act, and in orthodox circles, it is considered a crime punishable by death. This work gives an account of ex-Muslims from all parts of the Islamic world, who recount how they slowly came to realize that the religion into which they were born was not only a sham but also a dangerous cult.
The Biblical, Qumranian, and Pre-Islamic Background to the Koran
For anyone with an interest in the early history of Islam, this erudite anthology will prove to be informative and enlightening. Scholars have long known that the text of the Koran shows evidence of many influences from religious sources outside Islam. For example, stories in the Koran about Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and other characters from the ......
Khalid ibn al-Walid was born to be a leader of men. Growing up as one of three brothers in a military family, he always played commander to his brothers' soldiers. After honing his skills as a soldier, his natural leadership qualities and courage on the battlefield made him a natural choice as commander of the cavalry. This book charts his career ......
This book tells the story of the remarkable life of Khadija. The beloved first wife of Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, she was his loyal supporter, trusted companion and source of comfort. Geared toward to young readers, it presents an extraordinary life with immense importance to Islam. One of the few girls of her time to be ......
Designed for both classroom and general use, this title is suitable for for those who want clear and concise explanations of common terms and unfamiliar concepts of major world religions. It contains definitions for over 400 terms from religious principles and significant periods to noteworthy figures.
A record of the fifth 'Building Bridges' seminar held in Washington, DC in 2006 (an annual symposium on Muslim-Christian relations cosponsored by Georgetown University and the Church of England). It examines justice and rights from Christian and Muslim perspectives.
Journey to Noble Ideals is a compilation of speeches Fethullah Gulen delivered in Pennsylvania, USA, between 2012 and 2013. The book provides guidelines to build our individual ladders to self-discovery. In Gulen's prescription, climbing this ladder requires "lifelong contendedness," "a spirit of chivalry," "becoming soil to grow roses," "balance ......
Globalisation, the war on terror, and Islamic fundamentalism have escalated tensions between Western nations and the Muslim world. Yet renowned scholar Akbar Ahmed believes that through dialogue and understanding, these cultures can coexist. This work makes a powerful plea for forming friendships across religion, race, and tradition to create ......
