The purpose of this work is to present the authentic teachings of Islam. There is only one Islam, and only one example of how it is to be lived - that of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him).1 Our intention is to provide a basic overview of the main tenets as given in the Qur’ān and by the example set by the Prophet. We also attempt to address some commonly asked questions about Islam.
Despite the fact that over one-fifth of the world’s population is Muslim, Islam is often misunderstood and misrepresented in contemporary Western society. It is hoped that this work will help shed light on Islam, which was divinely communicated to Muhammad (Peace be upon him), and dispel any commonly held misconceptions that ignite prejudice and hatred.