With the current turmoil in the Middle East, there is a growing interest about Islam-the world-s second largest religion and one of the fastest growing-and its holy book, the Koran (or Qur-an). Now, with this easy-to-follow, plain-English guide, you can explore the history, structure, and basic tenets of Islam-s sacred scripture.
The Koran For Dummies is for non-Muslims interested in the Koran as well as Muslims looking to deepen their understanding. Islamic scholar Sohaib Sultan provides a clear road map, revealing:
- The meaning of Koran and its basic message
- The Koran-s place in history and in Islamic spiritual life
- Explanations of its language, structure, and narrative style
- How to live by the Koran-s teachings
- The Koran-s role in key global issues, such as Jihad vs. terrorism
- Different interpretations of the Koran
No other book provides such a straightforward look at what the Koran says, how it says it, and how
