Introduction to Islam
Varun Soni|/by/varun-soni
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Varun Soni, dean of Religious Life at the University of Southern California, discusses Islamic beliefs and common misconceptions about the second largest religion in the world. The most sacred text for Muslims is the Quran, which most Muslims believe is the direct word of God, as revealed to the prophet Muhammad.
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Islamic Art and Science had a Global Influence
What is Sharia? Islamic Law Shows Muslims How to Live
Why Muslim Women Feel Empowered Wearing Hijab
Introducing the 5 Pillars of Islam
Understanding Islam in the United States
Do Muslims Exemplify Moderation?
Gaza Inspiring People to Learn about Islam
Seven Wonders of the Muslim World
What is Common? Muslims and Latter-day Saints
Islam Through Its Scriptures
A Westerner’s Unprejudiced Views on Islam
America’s Muslims Come from Many Traditions and Cultures
Islamic Art and Science had a Global Influence
What is Sharia? Islamic Law Shows Muslims How to Live
Why Muslim Women Feel Empowered Wearing Hijab
Introducing the 5 Pillars of Islam
Understanding Islam in the United States
Do Muslims Exemplify Moderation?
Gaza Inspiring People to Learn about Islam
Seven Wonders of the Muslim World
What is Common? Muslims and Latter-day Saints
Islam Through Its Scriptures
A Westerner’s Unprejudiced Views on Islam
America’s Muslims Come from Many Traditions and Cultures
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Introducing the 5 Pillars of Islam
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Understanding Islam in the United States
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Do Muslims Exemplify Moderation?
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Seven Wonders of the Muslim World
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What is Common? Muslims and Latter-day Saints
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Islam Through Its Scriptures
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A Westerner’s Unprejudiced Views on Islam
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America’s Muslims Come from Many Traditions and Cultures
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