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Islam Beyond Terrorists and Terrorism: Biographies of the Most Influential Muslims in History
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The cardinal error the author has made is omitted the heart of Islam by not including sketches of the Prophet Muhammad himself, the first four rightly guided caliphs
and the companions of the prophets, the four schools of thought (the four Imams). Also, conspicuous by their absence are the authors of the six authentic hadith (traditions)compilation.
Instead, he saw it fit to add alcoholics and nominal Muslims like the debauched Mughal emperors, Mirza Ghalib and the British sycophant ,Jinnah.
Personalities are important in Islam, but more important are philosophies and practice of Islam and it's appeal to universal values.
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In the 'Biographies of the Most Influential Muslims', the author's analytical and critical thinking towards Islam and Muslims encompasses through the eyes of the history, shows breadth and depth, and throws inspirational insights into the Islamic world. These biographies written in a historical background are concise and make this book interesting and entertaining. These life sketches also encourage people to a supreme way of life building. This is a must read book for the Muslims to embrace and cherish their heritage and to the non-Muslims to recognize the contributions of the Muslims to the world. The book is also an eye opener for the western world. The book directs unity and global growth of mutual understanding and teaches both the Muslims and non-Muslims to understand each other for a greater universal harmony.
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Greatness in their souls, sublime visions, outstanding inner strength, and determination characterized these influential Muslims who dedicated their lives and energies in search of knowledge. The life of each individual has universal appeal, enlightening and challenging to all human beings. Their endless efforts in pursuit of higher knowledge radiate highest qualities and possibilities in human beings. It is beneficial for every one to study these remarkable individuals and be inspired and strengthened and have one¿s focus directed towards noble causes. This book is not only a celebration for Muslims but it stretches every reader¿s mind beyond imagination. These biographies depict the open mindedness and progressive thinking of these pioneers indicating that the survival and progress of nations depend on their ability to learn from other cultures and religions. This is a balanced book written with good intentions for both Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
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This book fills the gap in the long line of titles published after 9/11. The author carefully selected the most important personalities in the Islamic world, and provided their abreviated biographies. These biographies of the most influential Muslims were written with a lay reader like myself in mind. The book reads very well and an extensive index permits easy cross referencing. Its educational value can be fully appreciated by a reader intersted but not fully versed in the history of Islam.
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Terrorists and terrorism seemed to be today's focus in the news and the entire world is contemplating, questioning, and worrying about how much more people have to suffer from such fear or loss. The biographies depicted in 'Islam Beyond Terrorists and Terrorism' offers great interest to the world. The contents will undoubtedly correct misunderstanding and fear towards this religion. The life skecthes are exceptionally concise and distinctive. Such greatness of mind and establishment capture the eyes of people who are ignorant of such intelligence and mastery of subjects in the Islamic world. Through this book, especially with the preface and introduction, the author attempts to promote progressive, constructive, free and intellectual thinking in the Islamic world. He condemns ignorance and close mindedness of certain groups in the Islamic world. In additon, he criticizes the corrupt political practices in the Islamic world and advocates for a democratic political stucture.
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