Discover Islam

Short, sourced introductions for anyone curious about Islam, written with Latin readers in mind and available in English and Spanish.

Identity and language

Can you be Latino and Muslim?
Faith, heritage and belonging, and a shared history in al-Andalus.
What do Allah and Dios have in common?
Words for God, and the Spanish word ojalá.
Do I have to give up my culture?
No: Islam is a clear river that takes the colour of the land it flows through.

Mary and Jesus

Who is Mary in Islam?
The only woman named in the Qur’an, with a chapter of her own.
Who is Jesus in Islam?
The Messiah, born without a father, who will return.

Worship

What is Ramadan?
Why Muslims fast from dawn to sunset for a month.
What are the Hajj and Umrah?
The pilgrimage to Mecca, once in a lifetime for those able.

Starting out

Do I have to change my name?
Short answer: no. Most of the Companions kept theirs.
Do I need to learn Arabic?
No. Most Muslims are not Arabs, and you can start in Spanish.

Read and share

Resources to read and share
Exploring Islam, our first booklet, is ready to download in English and Spanish.