The definitive guide for followers of Islam and students of religion. A comprehensive and monumental work on the sources, principles and practices of Islam.
The definitive guide for followers of Islam and students of religion. A comprehensive and monumental work on the sources, principles and practices of Islam.
This scholarly book presents a case study of some of the London-based work of a social movement known as Hizmet, or the Gulen Movement. This transnational faith-inspired movement represents a rising trend of philanthropic social activism around the world and increasingly now in the Muslim world. This book grew out of the author's deep interest in ......
Beginning with the environment in which Fethullah Gulen was raised and the dynamics that formed his character, this biographical novel captures the very essence of his exemplary life story by shedding light on the crucial events and memories that left their mark in the lives of Gulen and the dedicated philanthropic people inspired by him. The life ......
Offering an introduction to this 13th-century historian and mystic poet Rumi, this work concentrates on the social and cultural environment in which he lived and produced his influential works. It includes a selection of passages from Rumi's works, explaining his core philosophy in his own words.
Examines the emergence and development of Salafism into a prominent religious movement in Lebanon, including the ideological and sociopolitical foundation that led to the three different schools of Salafism in Lebanon: quietist Salafists, Haraki (active) Salafists; and Salafi Jihadists.
Emphasizing their manhaj (methodology) toward politics, this book offers a survey on Salafists' ideological transformation from opponents to supporters of political engagement, while demonstrating how activists and jihadi Salafists have threatened regional and international security by endorsing violence and jihad.
Features essays that explore how both faith traditions have approached the interface between science and religion and focuses on the ongoing challenges posed by this issue. This title illuminates the scriptures, the ideas of key religious thinkers, and also the legacy of Charles Darwin.
"Searching for God not only offers an inspiring, emotional insight to the author's journey to and through Islam, it beautifully maps out Islamic principles in an understandable and relatable way. Truly a five-star read!" - Ameena Blake, Muslim scholar, UK "A story of a Christian who always carried Islam - unknowingly - in her heart until she ......
