Publisher's Synopsis
This brand new series brings a fresh approach to Religious Studies at GCSE. Written by a team of experts and examiners, and endorsed by OCR, it is ideal for use with the new 2001 specification long and short course.
Islam provides exciting material on the beliefs and practices of Islam, as well as on Muslim teaching about moral questions such as:
What are the main principles of Islam, and how do they affect the daily lifes of Muslims?
Why are festivals and pilgrimage important for Muslims?
Why is the Quar'an so sacred, and what part does it play in the lives of modern Muslims?
What does it mean to be a Muslim in the twenty-first century?