Download or read book Understanding Islam written by and published by ISBS. This book was released on 2000 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An amalgamation of three books-Basic Principles of Islam, Understanding Islam and the Muslims and The Status of Women in Islam-this compact, user-friendly volume offers answers to frequently asked questions about Muslims and their creed. Ranging from the general to the specific, topics addressed include the origin of Islam, the status of women, the principles of fasting and prohibition and the authenticity of the Qur'an.