Letter to the West: A Saudi View

عن الكتاب

This book was prepared by a group of Saudi scholars and intellectuals. They address Western mind which looks at fair truth and objective and convincing dialogue. The book, in general, discusses the most important issues and suspicions raised by Western political and media organizations in the aftermath of September 11, 2001 events. These vents have placed Islam, the Kingdom, its people, and its religious, educational and social institutions in a position that requires correction and review. The book is a moderate vision in responding to the issues and suspicions. A biased reader would notice the major difference between the reality and the raised concepts and images which were far from the reality. Part I. A. An Invitation to Communicate for the Purpose of Reaching Mutual Understanding B. Terrorism: Concept, History and Causes Part II. A. The Wahhabi Movement: Reference, History and Practice B. Religious Education C. Women's Education and Work in Saudi Arabia D. Human Rights in Saudi Arabia E. Jihad is for Establishing Peace F. Charities in Saudi Arabia G. Non-Islamic Places of Worship in Arabia.