Documentary on the origins and history of Islam. CU Europe, Africa and Asia map with areas where Muslim religion is dominant; CU map with Cairo, Jerusalem, Istanbul, Damascus and Baghdad highlighted; street scene, Cairo; narrow street in Jerusalem, men in fez' walk away from camera; street scene, Damascus; street scene, Istanbul; men in traditional dress; CU map highlighting Mecca; shepherds tending flock, long shot; man riding camel approaches tent and dismounts; camel rider greets man with complex handshake; five riders on horses approach camera, map showing spread of Islam up to 8th century; CU book laying on table is picked up and opened; man reading from Quran to children in open area;