Honestly, with respect, I just don't believe in your religion as I don't believe in Christianity either.
However, although I do feel fairly well versed on Christianity I do not feel well versed on Islam.
I think knowledge is the biggest key to preventing misunderstandings and learning more about what other people are thinking. I really don't trust the American media for giving me information on Islam. I don't think they are "evil", just lazy.
So I'm going to look at information for myself.
Any thoughts would be appreciated!
2007-04-20 15:37:13 · 17 answers · asked by Kermit 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I recommend:
Muhammad: A Biography of the Prophet by Karen Armstrong
The Everything Understanding Islam Book by Christine Huda Dodge
The Everything Koran Book by Duaa Anwar
Islam: A Short History (Modern Library Chronicles) by Karen Armstrong
Covering Islam: How the Media and the Experts Determine How We See the Rest of the World by Edward W. Said
I chose these books because they are as unbiased as they come, in my opinion.
Some of these books will give you references as to where to research from there.
2007-04-20 15:51:46 · answer #1 · answered by majestic_red 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1. The Holy Koran
10 Books Every Muslim Should Read
The Road to Mecca by Muhammad Asad
Ar-Raheeq Al-Makhtum (The Sealed Nectar): Life Biography of the Noble Prophet by Safi-ur-Rahman Al-Mubarakpuri
Companions of the Prophet 1 & 2 by Abdul Wahid Hamid
The Purification of the Soul (part of the waterfall series) compiled from the works of Ibn Rajab Al-Hanbali, Ibn al-Qayyim al-Jawziyyah, and Abu Hamid al-Ghazali
Gender Equity in Islam by Dr Jamal Badawi
Tafseer Soorah Al-Hujaraat: A Commentary on the 49th Chapter of the Quran by Abu Ameenah Bilal Phillips
Islamic Awakening Between Rejection and Extremism by Yusuf al-Qaradawi
Return of the Pharaoh by Zainab al-Ghazali
A Treasury of Ahadith by Dr Mazhar U. Kazi
The Autobiography of Malcolm X as told to Alex Haley
2007-04-20 15:44:12 · answer #2 · answered by seven seas 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
In today's world of extreme advancement, it is quite easy to gain knowledge about anything. Regarding Islam, there are many good Islamic websites offering true and clear teachings and concepts of Islam. Many answerers above gave some websites
which you can go to. I personally recommend http://islamonline.net to know about Islamic lifestyle, questions and answers, Islamic history and culture etc. For books, you may visit http://www.sultan.org/
2007-04-20 17:03:48 · answer #3 · answered by Legend 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd recommend Nahj Al-Balaghah.
Sahifa Sadjadie.
Mafatih Al-Jinan.
Fatima Zahra by Dr.Ali Shariati.
Fatima is Fatima by Dr.Ali Shariati.
Pishawar Nights by Sultan Al-Wa'ezin Shirazi.
Bihar Al-Anwar by Allama Majlesi.
Usul Al-Kafi by Mohammad Saleh Mazandarani.
Reality of Certainty by Allama Majlesi.
Jesus through Shiit Narrations by Mahdi Montazer Qaim.
2007-04-20 15:55:47 · answer #4 · answered by Samantha 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tauhid. each and every now and then spelt Tawheed or Tawhid (potential the oness of Allah). you opt to overview approximately Islam, then study approximately Allah. it extremely is the main extreme factor abt Islam and the initiating of Islam. verify something you examine Islam is subsidized up via the Noble Quran and real sunnah (legal techniques of the prophet) Sahih Al bukhari, Sahih Muslim. There are others too yet no longer each and everything in them is powerful or real. the scholars understand which of them they are. The Islamic creed series via Umar Al ashqar is actual reliable. There are 8 books in this series. Its approximately Vol one million) the perception in Allah Vol 2) the international of the noble Angels Vol 3) the international of jinns and devils Vol 4) The messengers and the message Vol 5) The minor ressurection part1 The Day of ressurection the main suitable day area 2 Paradise and hell the main suitable day Vol 6) Divine will and Predestination Kitab at Tauhid via Muhammad ibn (or bin) Abdul Wahab rationalization of the three elementary concept of Islam via Muhamma ibn Saalih al Uthaymeen. Tafsir ibn Kathir. Its an evidence of the Quran In volumes. (ts incredibly expensive) in case you recognize any muslims who've this, then lend it from them. (there's a dodgy one going around so be cautious. the only from darussalam is powerful.
2016-10-28 14:29:57 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not a member of any faith, but I found the book, The Inner Life by Hazrat Inayat Kahn very interesting. He is a Sufi Muslim. That is a sect of the Sunni Muslims.
It is sure to be interesting to you.
2007-04-20 15:46:58 · answer #6 · answered by asmikeocsit 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well the idea is either you study the leaves and then study the root or get to the root right away.
Study Vedic Scriptures, if you want to study mother of all philosophy and so called religion. It'll answers the questions you have and those you'd never have.
2007-04-20 15:46:39 · answer #7 · answered by Krsnadas 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thank you and yea I am lazy!!! I love my sleep....hehee
Anyway to answer your question the best book to read about Islam is Quran... and Bukari ( Mohamed PBUH life)... These two books can give you the most sincere and best insights on the religion.....
you can go to the local mosque to get a free Quran... I do not feel like media does us any good....... Please if you want more information on Islam read Quran...
If you have any other questions feel free to email me, I'll try my best to answer them.
These Web site gives some good information too to begin..
Also if you want to know how it is to live as a Muslim :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcAmmD_SpmM
2007-04-20 15:44:25 · answer #8 · answered by Love Exists? 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
There are many..But i suggest that you contact your local Islamic Center and ask the Imam what he recommends for learning..I think he can give better advice than anyone else... (no offense to anyone)
2007-04-20 17:12:47 · answer #9 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
of course the translations of the quaran
any books you could find at a muslim book store or something might also help
2007-04-20 15:40:38 · answer #10 · answered by :) 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋