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Inside Islam is a History Channel documentary that examines the history of Islam and its contemporary issues, including a crisis of authority and divisions among its sects. It portrays Islam as a peaceful religion, drawing parallels with Judaism and Christianity, and attributes the fear surrounding Islam primarily to the actions of fundamentalists.
The film discusses key figures such as Muhammad and his conflicts with his tribe over his monotheistic beliefs. It also touches on significant topics like the Nation of Islam and the Arab-Israeli conflict, providing a broad context for understanding the complexities of Islam today. The documentary first aired on September 4, 2002, and has a runtime of 93 minutes.
Why Watch
- •See how Islam compares to Judaism and Christianity.
- •Meet Muhammad and learn about his tribal conflicts.
- •Find out why people fear Islam due to fundamentalists.
Did You Know
•The documentary first aired on September 4, 2002.
•It has a total duration of 93 minutes.
•The film discusses Muhammad's disagreements with his tribe regarding monotheism.
•It addresses the crisis of authority within Islam and its sect divisions.
Perfect For
Islamic historyReligious studiesMiddle Eastern conflicts