Preface

Author’s Note

Introduction

Pillars of Islam: Islamic Beliefs

Divine Justice (‘Adil)

Prophethood (Nubuwwa)

Succession to the Prophet Muhammad (Imama)

The Day of Judgment and the Resurrection (Qiyama)

Islamic Practices

Religious Texts

Other Islamic Issues

Epilogue

Glossary

Other Islamic Books written by Sayyid Moustafa al-Qazwini

An introductory text on the fundamentals and spirit of Islam from a
Shi’a perspective describing the basic principles as well as the common
practices. This text is especially beneficial to those who are new to
Islam, or are considering becoming Muslim.


Discovering Islam

Other Islamic Books written by Sayyid Moustafa al-Qazwini
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**Inquiries About Shia Islam**—attempts to bridge the gap between the
Islamic schools of thought by clarifying common misconceptions about
Shia Islam and explaining philosophies and practices specific to the
Shia school of thought. These issues are discussed primarily in the
light of the Holy Quran and the traditions of the Holy Prophet
(*pbuh&hf*) as related in the books of hadith.

**A New Perspective**—A dialogue that discusses and expounds the various
issues regarding the rights and laws that pertain to women in Islam, and
unwraps some of the distorted images and misconceptions that surround
Muslim women. Co-authored and discussed with a Muslim woman—Fatma
Saleh*.*


