The Oxford Dictionary of IslamAn A-Z dictionary edited by John L. Esposito for general readers on the faith, institutions, movements, and concepts of the modern Islamic world. Approximately 2000 entries span the religious, political, and social spheres of modern Islam with backgroundhistorical entries and particular emphasis on Islam and the West. |
Contents
Preface | ix |
Editorial Board | xi |
Contributors | xiii |
The Oxford Dictionary of Islam | xix |
Chronology of Key Events | 351 |
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