Islam Explained and Made Easy: A Simple Friendly Guide to Islam Covering Beliefs, History, Prophet Muhammad, the Five Pillars, and Daily Prayer (Unabridged‪)‬

Islam for Beginners is a clear, authentic, and easy-to-understand guide for anyone who wants to truly understand Islam—its beliefs, history, practices, and daily life—without confusion or overwhelm.

Whether you are new to Islam, researching out of curiosity, returning to your faith, or looking for a structured introduction, this book explains Islam step by step using simple language, historical context, and practical guidance.

What You’ll Learn Inside

This comprehensive beginner’s guide covers everything a new Muslim or learner needs to know, from the life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to how to properly perform salah (prayer).

The History of Islam

Learn about pre-Islamic Arabia, the life and mission of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and how Islam spread from its origins to the modern world.

Core Beliefs of Islam

Understand Islamic monotheism, the Six Articles of Faith, and the meaning behind the word Islam itself.

The Five Pillars of Islam Explained Simply

Discover the foundations of Islamic practice, including Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj, explained in a beginner-friendly way. How Muslims Pray (Salah)

A detailed, step-by-step explanation of:

Obligatory (Fardh) prayers

Why salah is essential in Islam

What happens when prayers are neglected

Types of water for purification and cleansing

How to pray in congregation

Shortening and combining prayers while traveling

Sunni and Shia Islam

Understand the Sunni-Shia split, the early caliphate, the Battle of Karbala, and how these differences exist today.

Islamic Daily Life

Learn about halal food, Islamic economic principles, festivals, places of worship, and how Islam shapes everyday behavior.

Islam and Other Religions

Explore how Islam relates to Christianity, Judaism, and other faiths—with respect, clarity, and historical accuracy.