"What is Islam ?"
ENWhat is Islam ?
"A reliable and concise introductory pamphlet issued by the Istanbul Muftiyat, offering non-Muslims and foreign visitors a simplified yet comprehensive introduction to the foundations of Islam, the Holy Qur'an, and the message of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), while answering key frequently asked questions in a civilized and brief manner."
The book "What is Islam?" falls under the umbrella of free informative and educational literature supervised by specialized scientific and missionary committees within the Istanbul Muftiyat (İstanbul Müftülüğü). It primarily aims to provide a clear and direct window of knowledge for foreign visitors, expatriates and non-Muslims seeking to understand the true essence of Islam, away from stereotypes or misconceptions. The pamphlet’s content revolves around several core themes, including defining the Holy Qur'an as the final revelation and the ultimate divine message to humanity, introducing the honorable biography of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the significance of his prophethood, and shedding light on the concept of Islam, the status of prayer and the role of the mosque in a Muslim's life. Additionally, it offers an explanation and translation of the Call to Prayer (Athan) and its core values of monotheism to bring Islamic rituals closer to Western listeners. This endows the pamphlet with a smooth linguistic style and a balanced institutional approach, making it an ideal and concise guide for anyone seeking quick, profound and reliable answers about the Islamic faith.
the Istanbul Muftiyat
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This introductory pamphlet was prepared and published by the Istanbul Muftiyat (İstanbul Müftülüğü), the official government body under the Turkish Directorate of Religious Affairs, which serves as its author and publisher. As an institutional work, it was not written by a single individual, but was rather drafted and reviewed by specialized scientific and missionary committees within the Muftiyat to ensure the delivery of accurate and simplified information. This publication falls under the umbrella of free informative literature aimed at visitors, expatriates and non-Muslims; it seeks to provide a clear and reliable overview of the principles of Islam, the Holy Qur'an and the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), answering common questions in a civilized and concise manner.
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