The Faith of Islam by Edward Sell
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"The Faith of Islam" by Edward Sell is a scholarly work that delves into the tenets and structure of the Islamic faith, written in the late 19th century. Drawing from his extensive experience of living among Muslims in India for fifteen years, the author aims to present a comprehensive understanding of Islamic beliefs based on authentic sources. The subject matter encompasses the foundations of Islam, its primary texts, traditions, and the influence
these elements exert on the lives of adherents and the societies in which they reside. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the religion of Islam, outlining its foundational concepts, primarily the Qur'an and Sunnat (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad). He emphasizes the complexities within the religion, pointing out that while the Qur'an is revered as central, it is not the sole authority; the Sunnat, Ijmá' (consensus), and Qíás (analogical reasoning) also play critical roles in interpreting Islamic doctrine and law. Sell introduces readers to the notion that Islam is not a static faith but rather a dynamic system influenced by historical and cultural contexts. He sets the tone for further exploration into the various sects, theological discussions, and the practical obligations of Muslims, indicating a thorough approach to understanding Islam in both its theoretical and lived dimensions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Sell, Edward, 1839-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Faith of Islam |
| Credits |
Produced by Michael Ciesielski, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BP: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Islam, Bahaism, Theosophy, Other and new beliefs |
| Subject | Islam |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20660 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-20660-8 |
| Release Date | Feb 24, 2007 |
| Last Update | Feb 27, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 850 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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