The First Steps in Practising Islam has been prepared to serve as an introductory book for those who wish to learn the essential aspects of the religion, and for those who intend to pursue higher Islamic studies in the areas of creed and ritual worship. It comprises of the most fundamental aspects of Islamic beliefs, purification, ritual prayer, wealth purification and fasting while being referenced to the sacred texts. Key discussions have been carefully identified and the material has been delivered in plain English so that the scope of this book's benefit can be as broad as possible. This book has been concluded with a section on essential traits every Muslim is required to adopt in order to have a healthy relationship with Allah and His creation. Ultimately, this book lets the reader develop insight and confidence in Islam thus making them realize that Islam is still relevant today as it was for generations before.

This book is designed to take people on the first steps in understanding Islam and the way that Muslims think and see the world. It grows out of extensive experience of teaching the course on which it is based.

This book explains for non-Muslim readers how to embrace Islam and shows that this does not require much effort. To new Muslims, the book explains the essential elements of Islam and outlines the character of Prophet Muhammad, his qualities and the message he delivered to mankind. It goes on to discuss the various acts of worship Muslims are required to offer, as well as their purposes and significance.

In order to become a Muslim, there are no specific religious rituals or customs that you need to perform, neither in specific areas nor in front of people. For non-Muslim readers this book explains how to embrace Islam, showing that this does not require much effort and a person who wishes to become a Muslim only needs to make a simple but far-reaching declaration of belief in God's oneness and the message of Islam: "I bear witness that there is no deity other than God, and I bear witness that Muhammad is God servant and messenger." The book explains to new Muslims the essential elements of Islam, and describes the character of Prophet Muhammad, his qualities and the message he delivered to mankind. It lucidly discusses the various acts of worship Muslims are required to offer, their purposes and significance.

A Basic Hanafi Primer on Faith, Prayer, & the Path of SalvationAllah has commanded us to worship and obey Him, with sincerity, out of reverence, love, and thankfulness. He says in the Quran, And they are ordered only to serve Allah, keeping religion pure for Him, to remain upright, and to establish worship and to pay the poor-due. That is true religion (Quran, 98.5).This worship is not possible without knowledge. This short work outlines the absolute essentials of this knowledge: in faith, prayer, and key points related to ones life and dealings.It is based on the methodology of traditional Sunni Islam, according to the Hanafi school, the largest school of Islamic law, and its purpose is to make ones worship valid, sound, and proper in a short amount of time. Learn the basics & essentials of Islamic beliefs Make your purification and prayer proper, sound, & valid Learn key issues on the path to Paradise

Islam in practice can often seem opaque to the outside viewer. New Muslims and non-Muslims alike look on as believers offer salah, attend Friday prayer, wear the hijab, and fast during Ramadan, not knowing the particulars of why or how these acts of worship are performed. If you are a new Muslim, or just a curious observer wanting to know more about Islam, then this book is for you. Islam From Scratch attempts to bridge this wide gap in knowledge, helping readers understand the Islamic faith step by step, chapter by chapter. For new Muslims, this book hopes to provide you with the most critical information when taking your first steps into the faith in a way that won't overwhelm you. By the end, hopefully you will not only understand your newfound belief and the intricacies that thread it, but also appreciate the rituals and history that come with it.