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Ahlul Bayt Digital Islamic Library Project: The Last Will of Ali Ibn Abi Talib
Here is the will of Ali ibn Abi Talib, which he gave to his two sons, "after the attempt on his life by a stab from Ibn Muljam" in which he advises his sons "to be conscious of Allah" and follow the teachings of the Koran.
PBS
Pbs: Islam: Empire of Faith
Provides information on the major tenets and beliefs of Islam such as God (Allah), the Five Pillars and more.
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Islam in the Post Cold War Era: Ch. 6
This history profiles various Islamic scholars in India whose interpretations of the Koran reflect the desire for reform in the modern era.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History: Birth of Islam
Illustrated essay explains, in a few short paragraphs, the significance of Muhammad, the Koran, and Mecca as central to the origin of the Islamic faith.
University of Chicago
University of Chicago Library: Teaching the Middle East: Writing: Islamic Period
Learning module considers the literature of the Middle East after the arrival of Islam. Discusses the development of the Koran and a variety of poetic forms.
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Royal Aal Al Bayt Institute for Islamic Thought: Al Tafsir
A huge repository of Qur'anic texts, commentaries and interpretations, in both English and Arabic. Many materials explaining the meanings of passages in the Quran have been translated into twenty-four languages. Audio recitations of...
BBC
Bbc: Cbbc Newsround Special Report: Islam
A special report, published by the BBC news division just for kids, provides a short guide on the history, beliefs, and practices of Islam. Additional features include interviews with Muslim youth in different countries and diaries of...
British Library
British Library: Virtual Books: Turning the Pages
Prepare for hours of fascination leafing through pages of 15 incredible original texts, from the Diamond Sutra, the oldest printed book, to an original copy of "Alice's Adventures Underground." Along the way, check out such varied texts...
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New York Public Library: Exhibitions: Three Faiths: Judaism, Christianity, Islam
Rare illuminiated manuscripts form the basis of an exhibition of the three Abrahamic faiths.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Europe on the Brink of Change
From a chapter on "The Americas, Europe, and Africa Before 1492," this section describes the European societies that engaged in conversion, conquest, and commerce and discusses the motives for and mechanisms of early European exploration.
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Anti Discrimination Committee: Facts About Islam
Explains the five "Pillars of Islam," and defines key terms, such as jihad and hadith. Includes a link to another AAADC site with more information about Islam and a link to an Adobe pdf file with reading selections about Islam for high...
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Los Angeles County Museum of Art: Islamic Art: Introduction
A general introduction to Islamic art. Explains the term, the unifying style elements of Islamic art, the role of calligraphy, popular misconceptions about Islamic art, and similar topics. Includes internal links to definitions of...
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Allama Iqbal Urdu Cyber Library
Pakistani equivalent of Project Gutenberg. This site provides free online access to books in Urdu. The focus is on the works of Pakistan's official national poet, Muhammad Iqbal (or books about him), but other works include contemporary...
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Islaam.com: Zakaat
A description of Zakaat with an explanation of how it fits into the Islamic religion. Contains quotes from the Koran about the importance of Zakaat.
PBS
Pbs News Hour Extra: Anniversary of September 11 Highlights Attitude Toward Islam
Two controversies surround an anniversary of the September 11 attacks: plans to burn a Koran and plans to build a mosque near Ground Zero. These instances can serve as examples in the debate over religious freedom and religious tolerance...
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Islam101: The Holy Quran:the Final Revealed Text From God
A lot of information about the Holy Quran, "the Divine Book revealed to Muhammad who was a prophet of God." Includes several sections about the Quran including, "Way to Quran," "Preservation of Quran," "Arabic Letters," and "Books on...
Islami City
Islami City: Islam History the Rightly Guided Caliphs
Good article on the first four caliphs of Islam. The reign of each is summarized briefly, emphasizing their most important attributes, actions, and contributions to the Islamic community.
Islami City
Islami City: Hajj: The Journey of a Lifetime
In-depth look at Hajj, the pilgrimage that Muslims are obligated to take. Includes pictures and detailed descriptions of each day's events, as well as information on the landmarks visited during pilgrimage.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Law and Justice
Excerpt from the "Cambridge Encyclopaedia of Islam" contains a description of how law and the Qu'ran work hand-in-hand. The law of the Qu'ran dictates all facets of life including commerce.
ArtLex
Art Lex: Islam and Islamic Art
A dictionary entry for Islam and Islamic art with numerous illustrations of representative works in all media, including architecture, ceramics, metalwork, textiles, and manuscripts. Includes useful cross-references to related terms and...
British Library
British Library: Expressions of Faith: Islamic Manuscripts
A series of seven Islamic manuscripts from various time periods with illustrations and written commentary.
PBS
Pbs: Views and Ideas of Muhammad
A series of six articles dealing with Muhammad and Islam. The topics include: women, violence and jihad, other religions, America, the Qur'an and the Jews of Medina. Requires the Real Player plug-in.
PBS
Pbs: Virtual Hajj
An interactive tour of the Hajj which is one of the "Five Pillars of Faith". It also includes video clips taken from the PBS film "Muhammad: Legacy of a Prophet". Requires the Real Player plug-in.
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Islam 101: Allah the One God
Good website providing various information about God as viewed in Islamic tradition. Includes pages on the following topics: "The Question of God," "Concept of God in Islam," and "Attributes of God."