Journey Into Islam

Author : Akbar Ahmed
Publisher : Penguin Books India
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Globalization
ISBN : 0670081418

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Journey Into Islam by Akbar Ahmed Pdf

Why? Years After September 11, We Are Still Looking For Answers. Internationally Renowned Islamic Scholar Akbar Ahmed Knew That This Question Could Not Be Answered Until Islam And The West Found A Way Past The Hatred And Mistrust Intensified By The War On Terror And The Forces Of Globalization. Seeking To Establish Dialogue And Understanding Between These Cultures, Ahmed Led A Team Of Dedicated Young Americans On A Daring And Unprecedented Tour Of The Muslim World. Journey Into Islam: The Crisis Of Globalization Is The Riveting Story Of Their Search For Common Ground. From The Mosques Of Damascus To The Madrassas Of Karachi And Deoband, Ahmed And His Companions Met With Muslims From All Walks Of Life. They Listened To Students And Professors, Presidents And Prime Ministers, Sheikhs And Cab Drivers, Revealing Muslim Hopes And Frustrations As The West Has Never Heard Before. They Returned From Their Groundbreaking Journey With Both Cause For Concern And Occasion For Hope. Rejecting Stereotypes And Conventional Wisdom About Islam And Its Encounter With Globalization, This Important Book Offers A New Framework For Understanding The Muslim World. As Western Leaders Wage A War On Terrorism, Ahmed Offers Insightful Suggestions On How The United States Can Improve Relations With Islamic Nations And Peoples. Written With Equal Parts Compassion And Urgency, Journey Into Islam Makes A Powerful Case For Forming Bonds Across Religion, Race, And Tradition To Create Lasting Harmony Between Islam And The West. It Is Essential Reading In An Era Of Mistrust And Misunderstanding.

Author : Akbar Ahmed
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2010-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780815704409

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Journey into America by Akbar Ahmed Pdf

Nearly seven million Muslims live in the United States today, and their relations with non-Muslims are strained. Many Americans associate Islam with figures such as Osama bin Laden, and they worry about “homegrown terrorists.” To shed light on this increasingly important religious group and counter mutual distrust, renowned scholar Akbar Ahmed conducted the most comprehensive study to date of the American Muslim community. Journey into America explores and documents how Muslims are fitting into U.S. society, placing their experience within the larger context of American identity. This eye-opening book also offers a fresh and insightful perspective on American history and society. Following up on his critically acclaimed Journey into Islam: The Crisis of Globalization (Brookings, 2007), Ahmed and his team of young researchers traveled for a year through more than seventyfive cities across the United States—from New York City to Salt Lake City; from Las Vegas to Miami; from the large Muslim enclave in Dearborn, Michigan, to small, predominantly white towns like Arab, Alabama. They visited homes, schools, and over one hundred mosques to discover what Muslims are thinking and how they are living every day in America. In this unprecedented exploration of American Muslim communities, Ahmed asked challenging questions: Can we expect an increase in homegrown terrorism? How do American Muslims ofArab descent differ from those of other origins (for example, Somalia or South Asia)? Why are so many white women converting to Islam? How can a Muslim become accepted fully as an “American,” and what does that mean? He also delves into the potentially sticky area of relations with other religions. For example, is there truly a deep divide between Muslims and Jews in America? And how well do Muslims get along with other religious groups, such as Mormons in Utah? Journey into America is equal parts anthropological research, listening tour, and travelogue. Whereas Ahmed’s previous book took the reader into homes, schools, and mosques in the Muslim world, his new quest takes us into the heart of America and its Muslim communities. It is absolutely essential reading for anyone trying to make sense of America today.

Author : Frederic Ntedika Mvumbi
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Religion
ISBN : STANFORD:36105123575768

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Journey Into Islam by Frederic Ntedika Mvumbi Pdf

Author : Akbar Ahmed
Publisher : Brookings Institution Press
Page : 595 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780815727590

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Journey into Europe by Akbar Ahmed Pdf

An unprecedented, richly, detailed, and clear-eyed exploration of Islam in European history and civilization Tensions over Islam were escalating in Europe even before 9/11. Since then, repeated episodes of terrorism together with the refugee crisis have dramatically increased the divide between the majority population and Muslim communities, pushing the debate well beyond concerns over language and female dress. Meanwhile, the parallel rise of right-wing, nationalist political parties throughout the continent, often espousing anti-Muslim rhetoric, has shaken the foundation of the European Union to its very core. Many Europeans see Islam as an alien, even barbaric force that threatens to overwhelm them and their societies. Muslims, by contrast, struggle to find a place in Europe in the face of increasing intolerance. In tandem, anti-Semitism and other forms of discrimination cause many on the continent to feel unwelcome in their European homes. Akbar Ahmed, an internationally renowned Islamic scholar, traveled across Europe over the course of four years with his team of researchers and interviewed Muslims and non-Muslims from all walks of life to investigate questions of Islam, immigration, and identity. They spoke with some of Europe’s most prominent figures, including presidents and prime ministers, archbishops, chief rabbis, grand muftis, heads of right-wing parties, and everyday Europeans from a variety of backgrounds. Their findings reveal a story of the place of Islam in European history and civilization that is more interwoven and complex than the reader might imagine, while exposing both the misunderstandings and the opportunities for Europe and its Muslim communities to improve their relationship. Along with an analysis of what has gone wrong and why, this urgent study, the fourth in a quartet examining relations between the West and the Muslim world, features recommendations for promoting integration and pluralism in the twenty-first century.

Author : John Herlihy
Publisher : World Wisdom, Inc
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781933316642

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Wisdom's Journey by John Herlihy Pdf

John Herlihy takes readers on a journey of understanding to the heart of Islam, the world's fastest growing religion. Weaving details of Islam's central beliefs and practices--its Five Pillars--with intimate autobiographical details of his more than thirty years in the religion, Herlihy provides readers with an insightful glimpse into a religion that currently claims more than one billion adherents and yet remains so often misunderstood in the West. In Wisdom's Journey Herlihy speaks openly about his conversion to Islam and intimately retells his moving experiences while performing the pilgrimag.

Author : Hatem Abu Shahba
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2014-11-04
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1502796872

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The Final Conclusion- Your Journey to Certainty by Hatem Abu Shahba Pdf

This book is one of the many Islamic publications distributed by Talee throughout the world in different languages with the aim of conveying the message of Islam to the people of the world. Talee (www.talee.org) is a registered Organization that operates and is sustained through collaborative efforts of volunteers in many countries around the world, and it welcomes your involvement and support. Its objectives are numerous, yet its main goal is to spread the truth about the Islamic faith in general and the Shi`a School of Thought in particular due to the latter being misrepresented, misunderstood and its tenets often assaulted by many ignorant folks, Muslims and non-Muslims.Organization's purpose is to facilitate the dissemination of knowledge through a global medium, the Internet, to locations where such resources are not commonly or easily accessible or are resented, resisted and fought! In addition, Talee aims at encouraging scholarship, research and enquiry through the use of technological facilitates. For a complete list of our published books please refer to our website (www.talee.org) or send us an email to [email protected]

Author : Muzaffar Haleem,Betty Batul Bowman
Publisher : Amana Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Muslim converts from Christianity
ISBN : 0915957922

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The Sun is Rising in the West by Muzaffar Haleem,Betty Batul Bowman Pdf

The first part of the book is intended to acquaint new American-born Muslims with others already embarked on the road. The second half provides invaluable information on the basics of Islam. The book is a good reference for developing leadership among American-born Muslims and to understand reasons behind the attraction of Islam.

Author : Akbar S. Ahmed
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : POLITICAL SCIENCE
ISBN : 0815727585

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Journey Into Europe by Akbar S. Ahmed Pdf

An unprecedented, richly detailed, and clear-eyed exploration of Islam in Europe and the place of Islam in European history and civilization.

Author : Mark A. Gabriel
Publisher : Charisma Media
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781591857136

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Journey Into the Mind of an Islamic Terrorist by Mark A. Gabriel Pdf

Raised as a devout Muslim but holding a Ph.D. in Christian education, Gabriel uses his unique background to share real-life stories of Christians living in Muslim countries, lists the top ten terrorists, explains the value of religious education for Muslim children, and discusses why the history of Islam has been a bloodbath.

Author : Murad Wilfried Hofmann
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : STANFORD:36105073042819

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Journey to Makkah by Murad Wilfried Hofmann Pdf

Born a German Catholic in 1931, Hofman embraced Islam in 1980, after he retired from diplomatic service. Here is the diary of his hajj, pilgrimage, in 1992. He not only recounts the events and adventures, but also reveals what it means to put the five pillars of Islam into practice in daily life. Tr

Author : Hujjatul Islam Najafi Quchani
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014-04-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1499254695

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Journey to the Unseen World by Hujjatul Islam Najafi Quchani Pdf

This book is one of the many Islamic publications distributed by Ahlulbayt Organization throughout the world in different languages with the aim of conveying the message of Islam to the people of the world.You may read this book carefully and should you be interested to have further study on such publications you can contact us through www.shia.es Naturally, if we find you to be a keen and energetic reader we shall give you a deserving response in sending you some other publications of this Organization.

Author : A. Helwa
Publisher : Penguin Random House India Private Limited
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789391149185

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Secrets of Divine Love by A. Helwa Pdf

Secrets of Divine Love draws upon the spiritual secrets of the Qu'ran, mystical poetry and stories from the world's greatest prophets and spiritual masters to help you reignite your faith, overcome your doubts and deepen your connection with God. Practical exercises and guided meditations will help you develop the tools and awareness to overcome the inner critic that prevents you from experiencing God's all-encompassing love. The passages in this book serve as a compass and guiding light that return you to the source of divine peace and surrender. Through the principles and practices of Islam, you will learn how to unlock your spiritual potential and your divine purpose. Secrets of Divine Love uses a rational yet heart-based approach towards the Qu'ran that not only enlightens the mind, but also inspires the soul towards deeper intimacy with God.

Author : Khalid Al Sayed
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2023-04-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9927160232

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Journey to Truth by Khalid Al Sayed Pdf

Have you ever wondered why droves of celebrities have embraced the very religion vilified by mainstream media? What were the initial questions they asked about Islam and what answers did they find? Why do fame and worldly success, time and time again, fail to fill an inner void? And just how does the quality of one's life change after becoming a Muslim? This book tries to answer these questions, and many more, through the journeys of 24 public figures who are renowned in their respective fields. Their stories demonstrate the vacuity of life without faith and how a relentless quest to find inner peace, or simple curiosity, led them to Islam.

Author : Jeffrey Lang
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Muslim converts
ISBN : OCLC:1149024281

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Even Angels Ask by Jeffrey Lang Pdf

Author : Mustafa Akyol
Publisher : St. Martin's Essentials
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2021-04-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781250256072

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Reopening Muslim Minds by Mustafa Akyol Pdf

A fascinating journey into Islam's diverse history of ideas, making an argument for an "Islamic Enlightenment" today In Reopening Muslim Minds, Mustafa Akyol, senior fellow at the Cato Institute and opinion writer for The New York Times, both diagnoses “the crisis of Islam” in the modern world, and offers a way forward. Diving deeply into Islamic theology, and also sharing lessons from his own life story, he reveals how Muslims lost the universalism that made them a great civilization in their earlier centuries. He especially demonstrates how values often associated with Western Enlightenment — freedom, reason, tolerance, and an appreciation of science — had Islamic counterparts, which sadly were cast aside in favor of more dogmatic views, often for political ends. Elucidating complex ideas with engaging prose and storytelling, Reopening Muslim Minds borrows lost visions from medieval Muslim thinkers such as Ibn Rushd (aka Averroes), to offer a new Muslim worldview on a range of sensitive issues: human rights, equality for women, freedom of religion, or freedom from religion. While frankly acknowledging the problems in the world of Islam today, Akyol offers a clear and hopeful vision for its future.