What is Islam?: The name of the religion is Islam, which comes from an Arabic root word meaning "peace" and "submission." Islam teaches that one can only find peace in one's life by submitting to Almighty God (Allah) in heart, soul and deed. The same Arabic root word gives us "Salaam alaykum," ("Peace be with you"), the universal Muslim greeting.
Who is a Muslim?: A person who believes in and consciously follows Islam is called a Muslim, also from the same root word. So, the religion is called "Islam," and a person who believes in and follows it is a "Muslim." * What is the difference between Muslim, Moslem and Islamic?
How Many and Where?: Islam is a major world religion, with over 1 billion followers worldwide (1/5 of the world population). It is considered one of the Abrahamic, monotheistic faiths, along with Judaism and Christianity. Although usually associated with the Arabs of the Middle East, less than 10% of Muslims are in fact Arab. Muslims are found all over the world, of every nation, color and race. * Muslim population of the world
Who is Allah?: Allah is the proper name for Almighty God, and is often translated merely as "God." Allah has other names that are used to describe His characteristics: the Creator, the Sustainer, the Merciful, the Compassionate, etc. Muslims believe that since Allah alone is the Creator, it is He alone that deserves our devout love and worship. Islam holds to a strict monotheism. Any worship and prayers directed at saints, prophets, other human beings or nature is considered idolatry. * More about the nature of God * "Names" of Allah
What do Muslims believe about God, prophets, the afterlife, etc.?: The basic beliefs of Muslims fall into six main categories, which are known as the "Articles of Faith": * Faith in the unity of God * Faith in angels * Faith in prophets * Faith in books of revelation * Faith in an afterlife * Faith in destiny/divine decree
The "five pillars" of Islam: In Islam, faith and good works go hand-in-hand. A mere verbal declaration of faith is not enough, for belief in Allah makes obedience to Him a duty. The Muslim concept of worship is very broad. Muslims consider everything they do in life to be an act of worship, if it is done according to Allah's guidance. There are also five formal acts of worship which help strengthen a Muslim's faith and obedience. They are often called the "Five Pillars of Islam." * Testimony of faith (Kalima) * Prayer (Salat) * Almsgiving (Zakat) * Fasting (Sawm) * Pilgrimage (Hajj)
Daily life as a Muslim: While often seen as a radical or extreme religion, Muslims consider Islam to be the middle road. Muslims do not live life with complete disregard for God or religious matters, but nor do they neglect the world to devote themselves solely to worship and prayer. Muslims strike a balance by fulfilling the obligations of and enjoying this life, while always mindful of their duties to Allah and to others. * Morals and manners * Business ethics * Modesty in dress and behavior * Dietary rules * Marriage * Care of children and elderly * Racism and prejudice * Relations with non-Muslims
The Quran and hundreds of other books
Mainly the holy book Quran
It is worth noting that Muslims claim that the Islamic Establishment did not write any of Islam's Holy Books. They attribute authorship entirely to God through acts of revelation to prophets. Islam's chief holy book is the Qur'an.
Please read the Noble Quran, and other books of the sayings of the prophet Mohamed (Hadeeth Books); refer to link below for more books on Islam.
The special books of islam are the Quran and the Sunna
No, there is nothing wrong with reading non-Islamic books in Islam. You can read books that have nothing to do with religion, even.
While many bookstores may carry books on Islam, Al-Hikma Bookstore in Falls Church, VA is a large supplier of Islamic and Islam-related books.
There are a few very obvious differences between Christianity and Islam. They follow different holy books and also have different names for their God.
Ghulam. Sarwar has written: 'Islam' -- subject(s): Islam 'Books on Islam in English' -- subject(s): Bibliography, Islam 'What can Muslims do?'
So far there has never been any good book on Islam in Madarin in the market; not that I know of. However, efforts are underway apparently for books on Islam to be published and distributed.
The only book that Judaism and Islam share, as far as I know, is the Tanakh - The Five Books of Moses (The Torah), Prophets (Nevi'im), and Scriptures (Ktuvim).
Islam's holy book is the Qur'an. Jerusalem is a city and therefore has no holy book.