The Islamic world can be baffling to many in the West. However, this worldview can even be a mystery to many who profess Islam. While one can easily find the essentials of Islam at a wide array of online sources, yet there are aspects of the Islamic worldview that remain elusive. This work, written by a specialist on early Islamic history and insurgency warfare, examines selected aspects of the Islamic worldview in a way that is relatively simple for the layman to grasp. It provides insights regarding how those who practice authentic Islam think.