Muhammad and the Believers: At the Origins of Islam

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Book Synopsis: The origins of Islam have been the subject of increasing controversy in recent years. The traditional view, which presents Islam as a self-consciously distinct religion tied to the life and revelations of the prophet Muhammad in western Arabia, has since the 1970s been challenged by historians engaged in critical study of the Muslim sources. In Muhammad and the Believers, the eminent historian Fred Donner offers a lucid and original vision of how Islam first evolved. He argues that the origins of Islam lie in what we may call the "Believers' movement" begun by the prophet Muhammad—a movement of religious reform emphasizing strict monotheism and righteous behavior in conformity with God's revealed law. The Believers' movement thus included righteous Christians and Jews in its early years, because like the Qur'anic Believers, Christians and Jews were monotheists and agreed to live righteously in obedience to their revealed law. The conviction that Muslims constituted a separate religious community, utterly distinct from Christians and Jews, emerged a century later, when the leaders of the Believers' movement decided that only those who saw the Qur'an as the final revelation of the One God and Muhammad as the final prophet, qualified as Believers. This separated them decisively from monotheists who adhered to the Gospels or Torah.

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Welcome to the fascinating world of Muhammad and the Believers: At the Origins of Islam! Are you intrigued by the origins of one of the world's major religions? Look no further as we dive deep into the controversial subject, presenting you with a fresh perspective that challenges traditional views. In this illuminating book, renowned historian Fred Donner takes you on a journey through time, shedding light on how Islam truly first evolved.

By delving into the Believers' movement, Donner uncovers a compelling story of religious reform emphasizing strict monotheism and righteous behavior. This movement attracted not only Muslims but also righteous Christians and Jews who shared these core values. Imagine discovering the shared beliefs and practices that united these diverse monotheistic communities in the early years of Islam!

Donner's research challenges the notion that Muslims were always seen as a separate religious community. Instead, it reveals a fascinating revelation that emerged a century later—an era when the leaders of the Believers' movement proclaimed the Qur'an as the final revelation and Muhammad as the last prophet. This pivotal moment solidified the distinct identity of Muslims, setting them apart from Christians and Jews who adhered to their respective holy books.

Experience the thought-provoking exploration of Muhammad and the Believers: At the Origins of Islam. Delve into the rich history, uncover the interconnections between religious communities, and gain a deeper understanding of this influential religion. Don't miss out on this captivating narrative!

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