What Islam Is All About

by Yahiya Emerick

Islam is the way of life for millions of people around the world. Its teachings guide people to live harmoniously and in balance with themselves, others and the world around them. Everyday people come into contact with Islam and those who practice this faith. The need to know about Islamic teachings has become more important than ever. Americans have been yearning for a book that would present the clear and precise Islamic view of life in a format that not only invites further study and research, but that also provides the path to achieve this goal. What Islam Is All About is a textbook designed meet all of those needs. In one volume is included the basic history of the Prophet Muhammad, the teachings of Islam, the history of the ancient Prophets, the study of the Quran and the life within it, Islamic law, Hadith (Prophetic Tradition), contemporary issues and many more. Perfect for Religious schools, adult study classes, independent learners, students of religion, seekers of truth and anyone interested to know more about Islam from an insider's point of view. You will not find a more complete, compelling and pleasant presentation of Islam and what it teaches anywhere else!

Genres: Islam

420 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Yahiya Emerick has been a prolific author and has written many articles that have been published in local as well as national magazines, both in North America and abroad. Amirah Publishing was founded by Yahiya Emerick in 1992 in order to further his ideal of publishing American-oriented literature on Islam. Much to his chagrin, Brother Yahiya found that many traditional Muslims were quite content with the old, outdated books imported from overseas and could not conceive of the need for literature specifically designed for the North American environment.

After having written two books, which received wide acclaim in local Muslim circles, Brother Yahiya looked in vain for a publisher willing to work with him in this vision. After many promises and vague arrangements, he decided to form his own company and work for Allah as best he knew how. Today, with the addition of Reshma Baig, Qasim Najar and Samina Baig to the team, Amirah Publishing is enjoying rapid growth and recognition among Muslims as a source for original, as well as improved literature, for use in a strictly American environment.

(courtesy islamfortiday.com)

Reviews

[Jose]

I have many books on what Islam is about, many of them are detail heavy. But the textbook style in Emerick's book makes it enjoyable to read. The amount of information along with how it is introduced makes this, in my opinion, one of the best books for a new convert of Islam or for someone who wants to know what Islam is all about. Subhan-Allah! Make sure brothers and sisters to recommend, or obtain this book to give to someone who wants to really know Islam.

[Novi Maizir · Rating 5 out of 5]

Must-read book for whom search for answer in Islam. Lengkap penjelasan ilmiah dan ayat-ayat Al-Quran mengenai bahasannya,..misalnya ttg dinosaurus, amoeba, dll.
(Jika ada yg asli-mohon info-nya ya..karena saya membaca buku ini bukan versi asli-nya, alias fotocopy-an...duh....menyedihkan deh...soalnya nyari di toko buku koq ya gak nemu)

[Eli · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book ought not to be used as a textbook from which non-Muslims learn about Islam. Instead, it serves usefully only as a way by which Muslims can learn about their own faith. Obviously biased; includes many stretches and conjectures and even a few outright fabrications concerning Islam's more cotnroversial aspects.