{"product_id":"islam-a-concise-introduction-isbn-9780060095574","title":"Islam: A Concise Introduction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn a world where one in five people is a Muslim, understanding the Islamic faith is more important than ever.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYet, as acclaimed author and scholar of world religions Huston Smith notes, no religion is more misunderstood by the West. This book, drawn from his seminal work \u003ci\u003eThe World’s Religions\u003c\/i\u003e, is a direct response to the urgent need for a clear and concise introduction to Islam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHuston Smith provides the essential background for anyone seeking to comprehend the foundations of this global religion. Moving beyond the headlines and stereotypes, he presents the core tenets of Islam with clarity and respect. The author explores the life of the Prophet Muhammad, the spiritual and historical significance of the Koran, and the key theological concepts that anchor the Muslim worldview.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis concise and authoritative guide clearly explains the foundations of the Islamic faith:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Prophet Muhammad:\u003c\/b\u003e Follow the story of his life and the divine revelation that launched a global religion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Five Pillars:\u003c\/b\u003e Understand the core tenets of a Muslim’s life, from the confession of faith to the pilgrimage to Mecca.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCore Theological Concepts:\u003c\/b\u003e Grasp the essential teachings on God (Allah), Creation, the human soul, and the Day of Judgment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEssential Social Teachings:\u003c\/b\u003e Explore the Koran’s perspectives on economics, family, the status of women, and justice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Sufi Path:\u003c\/b\u003e Discover the rich mystical tradition within Islam, focusing on the soul’s direct encounter with the Divine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003eThe world's premier authority on religious traditions presents a concise and timely guide to the history, teachings, and practice of Islam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawn from his masterful presentation of Islam in the bestselling book \u003cem\u003eThe World's Religions\u003c\/em\u003e (over two million copies sold), Huston Smith offers a revealing look into the heart of a tradition with more than one billion adherents worldwide. Dispelling narrow and distorted notions about the nature of Islam and featuring a new introduction by the author, this book compellingly conveys the profound appeal of Islam, while addressing such timely issues as the true meaning of jihad, the role of women in Islamic societies, and the remarkable growth of Islam in America.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperOne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44887562715365,"sku":"NP9780060095574","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780060095574.jpg?v=1730226968","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/islam-a-concise-introduction-isbn-9780060095574","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}