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# Islam: A Concise Introduction

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In a world where one in five people is a Muslim, understanding the Islamic faith is more important than ever. Yet, 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 The World’s Religions , is a direct response to the urgent need for a clear and concise introduction to Islam. Huston 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. This concise and authoritative guide clearly explains the foundations of the Islamic faith: The Prophet Muhammad: Follow the story of his life and the divine revelation that launched a global religion. The Five Pillars: Understand the core tenets of a Muslim’s life, from the confession of faith to the pilgrimage to Mecca. Core Theological Concepts: Grasp the essential teachings on God (Allah), Creation, the human soul, and the Day of Judgment. Essential Social Teachings: Explore the Koran’s perspectives on economics, family, the status of women, and justice. The Sufi Path: Discover the rich mystical tradition within Islam, focusing on the soul’s direct encounter with the Divine.

Review: GREAT BOOK! - HUSTON SMITH IS ARGUABLY THE GREATEST SCHOLAR ALIVE THAT MILLIONS OF PEOPLE WHO ARE DOUBTERS OF RELIGION OR WHO ARE ATHEISTS SHOULD READ. HIS MIND WILL PERSUADE SECULARISTS AS TO THE TRUTH AND VIRTUES OF RELIGION IN AN AGE OF "SCIENTISTIC" BELIEF.
Review: A good read for a good ovetview - Concise. A good read for a good ovetview.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,111,687 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #659 in Islamic Theology (Books) #729 in Religious Intolerance & Persecution #925 in Taoism (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 29 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ GREAT BOOK!
*by A***H on March 14, 2013*

HUSTON SMITH IS ARGUABLY THE GREATEST SCHOLAR ALIVE THAT MILLIONS OF PEOPLE WHO ARE DOUBTERS OF RELIGION OR WHO ARE ATHEISTS SHOULD READ. HIS MIND WILL PERSUADE SECULARISTS AS TO THE TRUTH AND VIRTUES OF RELIGION IN AN AGE OF "SCIENTISTIC" BELIEF.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good read for a good ovetview
*by P***S on June 8, 2018*

Concise. A good read for a good ovetview.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Who cannot like Huston Smith ... but
*by C***R on January 28, 2014*

this is a section of one of his books pulled out and slapped a cover around to make it a mini novel. I am always a little annoyed when this happens and feel a bit ripped off. It is barely a chapter and not a particularly long and detailed chapter at that. He spends a good bit of time telling the Western reader has their perspective of Islam all wrong and while I appreciate him hearing that, I would rather make up my own mind based on the material he presents. I am reading it for a book club and class as part of an array of books so perhaps I will moderate my view after I converse with others.

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