Sufism
Sufism is a mystical branch of Islam, taking root a little after 900 AD, where believers often focus heavily on asceticism, leaving an impact on Islam with their rituals and devotional practices. They mainly identify as Sunni.
Mystical Islam by Call Number: Alexander and Dana Libraries BP188.5.B35 1989ISBN: 9780814711385Publication Date: 1989-12-01
The Principles of Sufism by Call Number: Alexander and Dana BP188.9.B39 2014, onlineISBN: 9780814745281Publication Date: 2014-02-01
Islamic Holidays
Al-Hijra: Islamic New Year, it marks the movement of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina.
Eid al-Adha: The most important feast in the Muslim calendar, it celebrates Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son (Muslims believe it was Ismael, while Jews and Christians believe it was Isaac.
Mawlid: The celebration Muslims hold to celebrate the Prophet Muhammad's birthday.
Ramadan: a Holy month of fasting, it commemorates the time when the Quran was revealed to Muhammad, Muslims believe. Fasting during it is one of the five pillars of Islam.