Download or read book The Fire People Tales of the Jinn written by Rahat Husain and published by Fire People. This book was released on 2019-03-21 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating adventure thriller that drives the reader in to the heart of the most terrifying Jinn story ever told...Excerpt: I grabbed my colleague by the shoulder, stopping him, above the invisible crowd I barked "Hanif - what is going on? There's no one out there. Where is all the shouting coming from?"They say that the look in a man's eyes will tell you everything you need to know. When I saw the eyes of ibnRa'ell, I saw nothing short of terror. We were in more danger than I could possibly fathom, and escape was our only option."Mr. Raat, I cannot explain right now, we must go into the tunnels below Al-Tinnaj, we must keep running.""Hanif - Who are they?""Mr. Raat, they are the ghosts and demons of your western literature. They are the vampires, the werewolves, the monsters that haunt the night. Your science has denied their existence, but here in Lebanon ... we know. The creatures of the night are no myth sir - tonight we are hunted by Jinns."Common sense dictated that I should not believe him. But the screaming was undeniably inhuman. My hair was standing on end, and when I closed my eyes ... I could almost feel them.We reached the basement. IbnRa'ell had a hatch that would have lead us into the tunnels. I'm not sure how the tunnels would be any safer, but I knew that I wanted to be anywhere but here. Anyways, it would have lead us in, if the lock wasn't jammed.Not that it mattered, as someone started pounding against the other side of the hatch. The pounding shook the door. It became more and more intense; soon even the walls were shaking. It wasn't someone on the other side - it was something

Download or read book Legends of the Fire Spirits written by Robert Lebling and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2010-07-30 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'An energy, a pulse form of quantum physics perhaps, alive at the margins of sleep or madness, and more often in the whispering of a single unwelcome thought.' The Economist According to Islamic tradition, Allah created three types of beings: angels, made of light; humans, made of earth; and jinn, made of smokeless fire. Supernatural, shape-shifting, intelligent and blessed with free will and remarkable powers, jinn have over the ages been given many names - demon, spirit, ghoul, genie, ifrit and shaitan. Neither human nor immortal, they roam the earth inhabiting dark and empty places, luring humans to their deaths or demonically possessing them if harmed or offended. Despite the fact they cannot be seen, jinn are said to be strangely human-like - marrying, bearing children, forming communities and tribes, eating, sleeping, playing and facing judgement like any other human. They are ever-present partners in the human experience, causing endless mischief, providing amazing services and sometimes inducing sheer terror. Believed in by hundreds of millions of people throughout the world and from all faiths, jinn have played a particularly central role in the literature, culture and belief systems of the Middle East and the Islamic world. Legends of the Fire Spirits explores through time and across nations the enduring phenomenon of the jinn. From North Africa to Central Asia, from the Mediterranean to sub-Saharan Africa and beyond, this riveting, often chilling, yet reasoned book draws on long-forgotten ancient testimonies, medieval histories, colonial records, anthropologist's reports and traveller's tales to explore the different types of jinn, their behaviour, society, culture and long history of contact with humankind. It documents their links with famous figures in history such as King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba and illustrates the varied and vivid portrayals of jinn in world literature. In essence Legends of the Fire Spirits demonstrates the colourful diversity of human culture and the durability of faith and is a magnificent and indispensable portrayal of the rich folklore of the Islamic world.

Download or read book Jinns The Creatures of Fire written by Dr. Iftekhar Ahmed Shams and published by Dr. Iftekhar Ahmed Shams. This book was released on 2023-02-15 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jinns: The Creatures of Fire This book is about these mysterious creatures that Allah created from fire and gave strange powers. They can change their appearance, take the form of people, fly to heaven, and not only take control of the human body but also run through their bodies like blood. A person from the species of jinn is Iblis, who at one time attained such greatness that he had the honor of worshipping with the angels, but as a result of his jealousy of man, he refused to prostrate Adam and was rejected and thrown out of grace in the Divine Court. Then he vowed that he would lead humankind astray forever. Now he and his progeny are devoting all their talents to this work. This book tells us about both kinds of jinns. The average jinns are either Muslim or non-Muslim and those who are part of the army of Iblis (Satan). The book tells us about the history of the realm of jinns and how they came into being. It also tells us some fascinating tales of the interaction of humans with jinns throughout history. It also tells us how Satan and his disciples use different tactics to mislead humans and lead them to doom and hell. Hopefully, this book will provide great insight to the readers about the relatively obscure topic of jinns and their history.

Download or read book the return of jesus part 3 of 5 written by Jeremy Boulter and published by IslamKotob. This book was released on 1998-01-01 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book American Myths Legends and Tall Tales 3 volumes written by Christopher R. Fee and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2016-08-29 with total page 1842 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating survey of the entire history of tall tales, folklore, and mythology in the United States from earliest times to the present, including stories and myths from the modern era that have become an essential part of contemporary popular culture. Folklore has been a part of American culture for as long as humans have inhabited North America, and increasingly formed an intrinsic part of American culture as diverse peoples from Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania arrived. In modern times, folklore and tall tales experienced a rejuvenation with the emergence of urban legends and the growing popularity of science fiction and conspiracy theories, with mass media such as comic books, television, and films contributing to the retelling of old myths. This multi-volume encyclopedia will teach readers the central myths and legends that have formed American culture since its earliest years of settlement. Its entries provide a fascinating glimpse into the collective American imagination over the past 400 years through the stories that have shaped it. Organized alphabetically, the coverage includes Native American creation myths, "tall tales" like George Washington chopping down his father's cherry tree and the adventures of "King of the Wild Frontier" Davy Crockett, through to today's "urban myths." Each entry explains the myth or legend and its importance and provides detailed information about the people and events involved. Each entry also includes a short bibliography that will direct students or interested general readers toward other sources for further investigation. Special attention is paid to African American folklore, Asian American folklore, and the folklore of other traditions that are often overlooked or marginalized in other studies of the topic.

Download or read book Islam written by Solomon A. Nigosian and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2004-01-29 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This compact introduction to Islam describes the essential aspects of Islam as a living religion and social force. The book is organized around seven topics: the life of Muhammad; Islamic political development and territorial expansion; the important groupings of Islamic believers (Sunni, Shi'ite, and Sufi); the Qur'an (the Holy Book of Islam); Sunnah, Hadith (the record of the Prophet's actions and sayings), and Shari'ah (the compilation of Islamic law); the five Articles of Faith and the so-called Five Pillars of Islam that govern faith and action; and other binding religious observances and festivals. The presentation of these seven aspects of Islam strikes a balance between fact, tradition, current interpretation, and commentary. S. A. Nigosian underscores two fundamental points: that to understand Islam properly, it is necessary to see it as a major faith tradition, with Muhammad as the last of a series of messengers sent by God; and that to grasp the spirit of Islam, one must recognize its emphasis on an uncompromising monotheism, with strict adherence to certain social, political, and religious practices, as taught by the Prophet and elaborated by tradition.

Download or read book Tales of the Punjab Told by the People written by Flora Annie Webster Steel and published by . This book was released on 1894 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Spirit Possession around the World written by Joseph P. Laycock and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2015-05-26 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a fascinating historical and cultural overview of traditional beliefs about spirit possession and exorcism around the world, from Europe to Asia and the Middle East to the Americas. Possession and exorcism are elements that occur in nearly every culture. Why is belief in spiritual possession so universal? This accessible reference volume offers a broad sample of the traditions and cultures involving possession and exorcism, presenting thoughts on this widely popular topic by experts from the fields of anthropology, sociology, religious studies, history, neuroscience, forensics, and theology. The entries cover the subject of possession and exorcism across all inhabited continents, from the Bronze Age to the 21st century, providing information that is accessible and intriguing as well as scholarly and authoritative. Beyond addressing the Christian tradition of possession and exorcism, Pentecostalism, and "New Age" and less widely known Western concepts about possession and exorcism, this work examines ideas about possession and exorcism from other world religions and the indigenous cultures of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It also covers historic cases of possession and presents biographies of famous theologians, exorcists, and possessed individuals. High school and undergraduate readers will learn about world history, religious and spiritual traditions, and world cultures through a topic that figures prominently in popular culture and modern entertainment. Bibliographies that accompany each entry as well as a selected, general bibliography serve to help students locate print and electronic sources of additional information.

Download or read book The Forgotten Commandment written by Anson Hugh Laytner and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2023-12-15 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Locked in a vacuum-sealed glass tube, stowed away for centuries in the Vatican Secret Archives, is a manuscript appearing to be an animal rights fable but containing a dire prophetic message about humanity's destruction of the world's environment. Will it help humans to finally wake up and save life on the earth? The Forgotten Commandment is a work of historical eco-fiction. It braids together a genuine thousand-year-old fable, written first in Arabic by Muslim Sufis and, in this story, protected by the Jewish Aboab clan beginning at the time of the First Crusade in Jerusalem, traveling to twentieth century Europe and surviving the deadly perils of World War II, then reappearing in the present, when a pair of young scholars rediscover the manuscript and succeed in revealing it to the world. A story for our times, The Forgotten Commandment is deeply researched and enriched with true historical events and the lives of actual people. The characters contend with the many challenges and evils that humanity has created: tyranny, anti-Semitism, prejudice, enslavement and destruction of animals, and the apathy of the majority. In the end, this book shines with hope as humanity begins to change the path we have been treading.

Download or read book The Anthropology of Religion Magic and Witchcraft written by Rebecca L. Stein and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-07-16 with total page 595 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This concise and accessible textbook introduces students to the anthropological study of religion. It examines religious expression from a cross-cultural perspective and exposes students to the complexities of religion in small-scale and complex societies. The chapters incorporate key theoretical concepts and a wide range of ethnographic material. The fifth edition of The Anthropology of Religion, Magic, and Witchcraft offers: • a revised introduction covering the foundations of the anthropology of religion, anthropological methods, and a push toward decolonizing the anthropology of religion, • expanded coverage of symbols, healing, wizardry, and the intersections of religion with other social institutions, • new case study material with examples drawn from around the globe, especially from Indigenous communities, • marginalia in each chapter introducing provocative small-case examples related to the chapter—many of these can be used as prompts for further research, small in-class case studies, or examples for hands-on learning, • a new chapter on religion and healing, especially useful for Anthropology programs without representation of four fields, as it provides a wider and more interdisciplinary application of the discipline, • a consistent review of foundations from chapter to chapter, linking material and enabling students to connect what they are learning throughout the course, and • further resources via a comprehensive companion website, including interactive activities, critical case studies, updated study questions, bibliographical suggestions (including video), and color images. This is an essential guide for students encountering the anthropology of religion for the first time and also for those with an ongoing interest in this fascinating field.

Download or read book Book of Jinn written by Hūshang Gulshīrī and published by Mazda Publishers. This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Amira Hamza The War to Save the Worlds written by Samira Ahmed and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2021-09-21 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From bestselling author Samira Ahmed comes a thrilling fantasy adventure intertwining Islamic legend and history, perfect for fans of Aru Shah and the Land of Stories. On the day of a rare super blue blood moon eclipse, twelve-year-old Amira and her little brother, Hamza, can’t stop their bickering while attending a special exhibit on medieval Islamic astronomy. While stargazer Amira is wowed by the amazing gadgets, a bored Hamza wanders off, stumbling across the mesmerizing and forbidden Box of the Moon. Amira can only watch in horror as Hamza grabs the defunct box and it springs to life, setting off a series of events that could shatter their world—literally. Suddenly, day turns to night, everyone around Amira and Hamza falls under a sleep spell, and a chunk of the moon breaks off, hurtling toward them at lightning speed, as they come face-to-face with two otherworldly creatures: jinn. The jinn reveal that the siblings have a role to play in an ancient prophecy. Together, they must journey to the mystical land of Qaf, battle a great evil, and end a civil war to prevent the moon—the stopper between realms—from breaking apart and unleashing terrifying jinn, devs, and ghuls onto earth. Or they might have to say goodbye to their parents and life as they know it, forever.…

Download or read book Tales from the Arabic written by and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tales from the Arabic of the Breslau and Calcutta 1814 18 Editions of the Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night written by and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Tales from the Arabic Complet written by John Payne and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-02-08 with total page 833 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original.

Download or read book Tales from the Arabic Complete written by Anonymous and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-09-04 with total page 643 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Tales from the Arabic — Complete" by Anonymous. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.