Islam

With a growing awareness of the presence of Islamic societies around the world today and the varying Islamic religious bodies that are playing such a key role, the center of religious focus is now on Islam. Written in a clear, straightforward format, "Islam, Third Edition" dispels many of the myths and mysteries surrounding this major world religion. It also provides readers with an up-to-date understanding of the interconnection between religion and politics today. All material has been revised and updated to reflect any changes that have occurred since the previous edition. The new coverage includes: an introduction; the founding of Islam; the spread of Islam; Koran, Hadith, and Islamic law; branches of Islam and their basic beliefs; Muslim customs and rituals; the pattern of Islamic life; and, Islam and the modern world.