Islam and America argues that the current animosity between the U.S. and Islam can be best understood through the often-overlooked history between the two. Author Anouar Majid weaves personal stories with historical narratives from the Pilgrims to the present to offer a critical view of both cultures and suggest a path towards future peace.
Throughout his life, Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (the Truthful) provided a role model to all those around him. Wishing only to earn the pleasure of Allah and His Messenger, he donated all his possessions in the way of Allah and was unswerving in his support of the blessed Prophet. This book presents his extraordinary life alongside with the Prophet ......
Ali ibn Abi Talib was the son of Abu Talib and the cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him. He lived with the blessed Prophet from a young age, cultivating an impeccable character and learning everything from the best of humankind. Ali was the first child to accept Islam, and the third Muslim after Khadija and ......
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 ......
American and European societies have struggled with the recurrent problem of Islamophobia. This book offers an introduction to the historical roots and contemporary forms of religious anxiety regarding Islam within the Western world.
Offers the proceedings of the 2013 Building Bridges seminar, a dialogue between leading Christian and Muslim scholars under the stewardship of Georgetown University. This volume also includes texts and commentaries used in the seminar's discussions of each topic. It also features content and style of participant exchanges throughout the seminar.
The definitive guide for followers of Islam and students of religion. A comprehensive and monumental work on the sources, principles and practices of Islam.
Identities in Crisis in Iran describes how identity, especially when it is faced with fundamental tensions as in the case of Iran, is a phenomenon that is constantly developing via factors involving the private self and common social factors such as the conflict between the Persian culture and the Shi'a religion.
The question of Christian-Muslim relations is one of enduring importance in the twenty-first century. In this project, the author provides a collection of primary theological sources devoted to the formational period of Christian-Muslim relations.