No God But God  (English, Paperback, Aslan Reza)

Reza Aslan discusses the origins and the philosophical connotations that shaped the world in No God But God, a detailed account of the origins, the evolution and the future of Islam.

Summary of the Book

“There is no God but God and Muhammad is the Prophet of God”. Thus begins the doctrines which shaped the world. In this book, Reza Aslan delves into the story of Islam, beginning with the origins of its Prophet. He discusses the history of Muhammad, his encounter with the angel Gabriel, and his divine epiphany. He writes about the initial conflicts within the Arab society, the opposition Muhammad faced during his early years as the Prophet, and the later successes. Aslan also digs into ancient texts, discussing the split between the Islamic factions following the Prophet’s ascension. He writes about the misconceptions that people have regarding Muslims, and hopes that the future is better and brighter. This book is a necessary read for all people who wish to understand the wonderful culture of the Middle East and the origins of one of the three biggest religions in the world.

About Reza Aslan

Reza Aslan is an Irani-American academic, currently the scholar of religious studies and a professor of creative writing at the University of California, Riverside. He is also known for Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth.