What books should I read to understand Islam?

5 books to read to better understand Islam

• 1) “The Story of the Qur’an: Its History and Place in Muslim Life” by Ingrid Mattson.
• 2) “Islam: A Short History” by Karen Armstrong.
• 3) “What Everyone Needs to Know About Islam” by John L.
• 4) “In the Footsteps of the Prophet: Lessons from the Life of Muhammad” by Tariq Ramadan.

In what order should I read the Quran?

It is far better to read the Quran in chronological order of suwar (plural of sura). I would have liked to say “chronological order of revelation” instead of “chronological order of suwar” but some ayat (revealed verses) are, inexplicably, moved from their original suwar to other ones.

What are the 3 books of Islam?

Among the books considered to be revealed, the three mentioned by name in the Quran are the Tawrat (Torah or the Law) revealed to Musa (Moses), the Zabur (Psalms) revealed to Dawud (David), the Injil (the Gospel) revealed to Isa (Jesus).

Is there English Quran?

Perhaps the best Quran English translation. It is clear, easy to read, and very faithful to the Arabic original. The text purely and accurately translates the Holy Quran, from Arabic, into contemporary English. It was translated by a Muslim, who saw firsthand the miracles inside the Quran.

Can we read Quran on mobile?

A new fatwa allows for reading and sharing of the Quran on mobile phones and other devices. Reciting a verse from the Al Muzzammil chapter in the Quran, the fatwa says: “Read you, therefore, of the Quran as much as may be easy for you” (20:73).

Does reading Quran on phone count?

READING THE QURAN ON PC, LAPTOPS AND THE INTERNET IS ALSO ALLOWED. ON THE OTHER HAND, AS PER FATWAA, WHEN ONE IS PERFORMING DAILY PRAYERS, IT IS FORBIDDEN TO HOLD ON TO A MOBILE PHONE AND READ OUT THE DUAA ( SUPPLICATION) AND QURANIC VERSES AS IT IS A DISTRACTION.