Abdur Rashid Siddiqui – författare

The Shariah is one of the most misunderstood and maligned Islamic terms in the West. The word conjures up images of uncivilised Muslims whipping criminals, stoning adulterers and confining women within their homes in the minds of many people.

Yet, Shariah literally means a way or a path and, more specifically, the way to a watering place. Far from being a strict penal code it is a humane, compassionate and benevolent system of laws that guides Muslims, based on the Qur''an, the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad, and the interpretation of religious scholars.

This book is a simple and concise guide to the Shariah (Islamic law) to explain its meaning, scope and operation in practical life, as well as helping readers understand and appreciate its value and necessity in the believer''s life.

A clear and simple commentary upon five pivotal parts of the Qur''an. With explanatory notes and key words described.

The first group of Surahs (al-Fatihah, al-Baqarah, al ''Imran, al-Nisa'' and al-Ma''idah) are introduced and examined in this volume, with the author looking at their structure and major themes. The central theme of which is conferring the status of Muslim ummah on the believers, to which a new code of life was given to be followed to be better humans.

About the Authors

Abdur Rashid Siddiqui is the author of many works on the Qur''an, including Qur''anic Keywords: A Reference Guide and 100 Minutes with the Qur''an.

Khurram Murad (1932-1996) was the director general of The Islamic Foundation, United Kingdom, and authored many books, including In the Early Hours.