Islam The Straight Path

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This book is the most objective overview on Islamic beliefs published, and is required reading for any one who wants to understand prevalent beliefs and virtues held in esteem, embraced and practiced by Islamic societies in countries across the world-not only where Islam is the dominant religion, but also in countries such as the US and UK where Islam is a religion of a minority. Esposito highlights how the interpretation and articulation of values may differ depending on cultural settings. Muhammad and the Quran: messenger and message The Muslim community in history Religious life: belief and practice Modern interpretations of Islam Contemporary Islam: religion and politics Islam and change : issues of authority and interpretation.