Towards understanding Islam / by Abul A'la Mawdudi

By:

Maudoodi, Syed Abul ʻAla, 1903-1979

Contributor(s):

Ahmad, Khurshid

Material type: Text

TextSeries: WAMY studies on IslamPublication details: Delhi Markazi Maktaba Islami Edition: New revised edDescription: 116 p. ; 22 cmISBN:

8172920318
9780860370536
9780860370659

Uniform titles:

Risālah-yi dīnīyāt. English

Subject(s):

Islam

DDC classification:

297.01 21 MAU

Summary: Towards Understanding Islam by Abul A‘la Mawdudi is a concise introduction to the fundamentals of Islam. Written in a clear and accessible style, the book explains the basic beliefs, practices, and worldview of Islam for both Muslims and non-Muslims. Mawdudi begins with the concept of God, His oneness, and His relationship with creation. He then explains the role of prophets, the Qur’an as divine guidance, and the mission of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The text covers core aspects of Islamic faith, such as worship, prayer, fasting, zakat, and pilgrimage, emphasizing their spiritual and social significance.

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Towards Understanding Islam by Abul A‘la Mawdudi is a concise introduction to the fundamentals of Islam. Written in a clear and accessible style, the book explains the basic beliefs, practices, and worldview of Islam for both Muslims and non-Muslims.

Mawdudi begins with the concept of God, His oneness, and His relationship with creation. He then explains the role of prophets, the Qur’an as divine guidance, and the mission of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The text covers core aspects of Islamic faith, such as worship, prayer, fasting, zakat, and pilgrimage, emphasizing their spiritual and social significance.

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