Islam

by Jan Thompson

Six studies of six faiths. The World Religions series explores the major religions of our world today. Focusing on the six main Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism and Sikhism, each title looks first at one person's experience, and then examines the facts, arguments and opinions from around the globe. Special debate panels, supported by a wealth of resource material, invite the reader to discuss the issues that are currently shaping our world. Young readers will learn about their own faiths and will receive answers to important questions such What is Jewish Law? What is enlightenment? Do Sikhs believe in an afterlife? Should we question the truth of religious books such as the Bible? What does the Hindu way of life aim for? These questions and many more are explored in detail, providing readers with a glossary and resource guide for further reading. Written by educators, these books are well researched, carefully written, and are credible resources for young students. Parents will appreciate the open and sensitive treatment of each religion. The World Religions series is an important contribution to helping increase cultural awareness and promote tolerance.

Genres: Nonfiction

64 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2003

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Reviews

[Mauri · Rating 3 out of 5]

Better than the Judaism book in the same series (different author). There are some interesting details about how Islamic religious scholars are identified as teens and taught so that the knowledge passes from one generation to the next.

Like the other books in the series, the information is delivered in the form of answers to questions asked about the religion. I kind of want to get my hands on the Christianity volume now, to see if any questions are asked about religious violence and war, as they were in both the Judaism and Islam books.