The Practice of Islam in America

The Practice of Islam in America
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Publisher : NYU Press
Total Pages : 301
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ISBN-10 : 9781479804887
ISBN-13 : 1479804886
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Book Synopsis The Practice of Islam in America by : Edward E. Curtis IV

Download or read book The Practice of Islam in America written by Edward E. Curtis IV and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 2017-12-05 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Muslims have always been part of the United States, but very little is known about how Muslim Americans practice their religion. How do they pray? What's it like to go on pilgrimage to Mecca? What rituals accompany the birth of a child, a wedding, or the death of a loved one? What holidays do Muslims celebrate and what charities do they support? How do they learn about the Qur'an? [This book] introduces readers to the way Islam is lived in the United States, offering ... portraits of Muslim American life passages, ethical actions, religious holidays, prayer, pilgrimage, and other religious activities"--Back cover.


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