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Crossroads to Islam: The Origins of the Arab Religion and the Arab State
Crossroads to Islam: The Origins of the Arab Religion and the Arab State
Origins of Islam
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Pros  •  Provides an analysis of early Islam using sources of information that are usually neglected
•  Closely argued based upon extensive physical evidence
Cons  •  Some arguments/conclusions seem highly speculative and unlikely
The Bottom Line - If another interpretation and explanation can be devised, that would prove interesting; in the meantime, however, Nevo and Koren's arguments deserve to be taken seriously.
 
Product Description
•  Reanalysis of the origins and early development of Islam using mostly non-Muslim sources
•  Argues that much of the traditional understanding about Islam is completely wrong
•  Employes evidence from coins, archaeological sites, and more
 
 
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Origins of Islam
Islam was created when Muhammad received a revelation from God and was commissioned to bring his faith to the rest of the world. Spurred on by faith in God and divine favor, Arab Muslims conquered much of the known world. At least, that's the traditional account which Muslims believe and which is generally taught in classes on Islam - but just how reliable is it?

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