A Glossary of Islam

by Dominique Sourdel, Janine Sourdel-Thomine

Overview

This concise, accessible glossary of key Islamic terms is written by two of France's most eminent scholars of Islam. It offers brief explanations of the core background elements required by those beginning the study of Islam and covers the following:* Famous historical figures* Theological schools* Juridicial schools* Qur'anic symbols and themes* Religious rites and institutionsFocusing primarily on classical Islam, the historical references are mainly to the Sunni, Arab and Ottoman realms. This short book is an ideal text for those new to the subject of Islamic Studies and Islamic and Middle Eastern History.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780748621385
Publisher:	Edinburgh University Press
Publication date:	03/23/2007
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	192
Product dimensions:	7.80(w) x 5.10(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Dominique Sourdel is Professor Emeritus at the Universite de Paris-Sorbonne Janine Sourdel-Thomine is Professor Emeritus at the Universite de Paris-Sorbonne