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God's Rule Government and Islam: Six Centuries of Medieval Islamic Political Thought,New
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Patricia Crone's God's Rule is a fundamental reconstruction and analysis of Islamic political thought focusing on its intellectual development during the six centuries from the rise of Islam to the Mongol invasions. Based on a wide variety of primary sourcesincluding some not previously considered from the point of view of political thoughtthis is the first book to examine the medieval Muslim answers to questions crucial to any Western understanding of Middle Eastern politics today, such as why states are necessary, what functions they are meant to fulfill, and whether or why they must be based on religious law.The character of Muslim political thought differs fundamentally from its counterpart in the West. The Christian West started with the conviction that truth (both cognitive and moral) and political power belonged to separate spheres. Ultimately, both power and truth originated with God, but they had distinct historical trajectories and regulated different aspects of life. The Muslims started with the opposite conviction: truth and power appeared at the same time in history and regulated the same aspects of life. In medieval Europe, the disagreement over the relationship between religious authority and political power took the form of a protracted controversy regarding the roles of church and state. In the medieval Middle East, religious authority and political power were embedded in a single, divinely sanctioned Islamic communitya congregation and state made one. The disagreement, therefore, took the form of a protracted controversy over the nature and function of the leadership of Islam itself. Crone makes Islamic political thought accessible by relating it to the contexts in which it was formulated, analyzing it in terms familiar to today's reader, and, where possible, comparing it with medieval European and modern political thought. By examining the ideological point of departure for medieval Islamic political thought, Crone provides an invaluable foundation for a better understanding of contemporary Middle Eastern politics and current world events.
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- Q: What is the page count for God's Rule? A: The book has four hundred seventy-two pages. This extensive length allows for a thorough exploration of Islamic political thought.
- Q: What is the binding type of God's Rule? A: The book is available in paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle for reading.
- Q: What are the dimensions of God's Rule? A: The book measures four point ninety-eight inches in length, one point forty-two inches in width, and eight point five inches in height. These dimensions make it a convenient size for reading and storage.
- Q: How do I read God's Rule? A: You can read God's Rule by simply opening the book and following the text from the beginning to the end. It's suitable for anyone interested in political thought.
- Q: Is God's Rule suitable for all readers? A: Yes, the book is suitable for readers interested in political philosophy and Islamic studies. However, a basic understanding of these topics may enhance comprehension.
- Q: What themes are explored in God's Rule? A: The book explores themes like the nature of political authority, religious law, and the historical context of Islamic governance. These themes are crucial for understanding contemporary Middle Eastern politics.
- Q: How should I store God's Rule? A: Store God's Rule in a cool, dry place to prevent damage. Keeping it upright on a shelf will help maintain its shape and condition.
- Q: Does God's Rule have any special care instructions? A: No specific care instructions are needed for God's Rule. Just handle it with care to avoid wear and tear.
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- Q: How does God's Rule compare to other books on Islamic political thought? A: God's Rule offers a unique perspective by focusing on six centuries of development in Islamic political thought, providing insights not commonly found in other works.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for God's Rule? A: The book is ideal for academics, students, and anyone interested in political philosophy. It caters to both novice and experienced readers.
- Q: What makes God's Rule different from Western political thought? A: God's Rule emphasizes the integration of truth and power in Islamic thought, contrasting with the separation seen in Western political philosophy.
- Q: What kind of sources does God's Rule reference? A: God's Rule references a wide variety of primary sources, including some previously unconsidered in the study of Islamic political thought.
- Q: Who is the author of God's Rule? A: The author of God's Rule is Patricia Crone, a renowned scholar in the field of Islamic studies and political thought.