Islam by Isma'il R Al-Faruqi muslim spirituality Attar’s beguiling anecdotes and humor

Attar’s beguiling anecdotes and humor intermingle the sublime with the mundane

Author: Asma Tabaa'

Adapted by: Laleh Bakhtiar

Every day should have a joy jot

Islam by Isma'il R Al-Faruqi muslim spirituality Attar’s beguiling anecdotes and humorA primer for understanding Islam as a religion and culture. The author portrays the beliefs and practices of Islam and an overview of its institutions, culture, history and artistic expression as viewed by its adherents. About the Author: The late DR. ISMA'IL RAJI AL FARUQI is widely recognized as an authority on Islam and comparative religion. He was Professor of Religion at Temple University, where he founded and chaired the Islamic Studies program.