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Sharia: Islamic Law In The Contemporary Context
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This Volume Presents Ten Leading Scholars' Writings On Contemporary Islamic Law And Muslim Thought. The Essays Examine A Range Of Issues, From Modern Muslim Discourses On Justice, Natural Law, And The Common Good, To Democracy, The Social Contract, And The Authority Of The Preeminent Jurist. Changes In How Shari'A Has Been Understood Over The Centuries Are Explored, As Well As How It Has Been Applied In Both Sunni And Shi'I Islam.Debates On The Nature, Interpretation, Reform, And Application Of Shari'A Lie At The Core Of All Islamist Revivalist Ideologies And Movements Of The Past Two Centuries. The Demand For The Implementation Of Shari'A Is One Of The Hallmarks Of Islamic Fundamentalism, And Shari'A Has Become One Of The Most Controversial And Politicized Concepts In Muslimmajority Countries Today. This Is One Of The First Books To Examine How Muslims Understand And Apply Shari'A In Contemporary Societies.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Shari’a: Islamic Law in the Contemporary Context'? A: The book presents writings from ten leading scholars on contemporary Islamic law and Muslim thought, examining issues such as justice, democracy, and the authority of jurists in both Sunni and Shi'i Islam.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Shari’a: Islamic Law in the Contemporary Context' is Abbas Amanat.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 264 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Shari’a: Islamic Law in the Contemporary Context' published? A: The book was published on September 17, 2007.
- Q: What topics are covered in the essays included in the book? A: The essays cover a range of topics including modern discourses on justice, natural law, the common good, democracy, and the interpretation and application of Shari'a.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Islamic law? A: Yes, the book provides insights into contemporary interpretations and applications of Shari'a, making it suitable for readers who are new to the subject.
- Q: What distinguishes this book from other texts on Islamic law? A: This book uniquely explores how Shari'a has been understood and applied in contemporary societies, reflecting debates that lie at the core of Islamist revivalist ideologies.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding the politicization of Shari'a in Muslim-majority countries? A: Yes, it discusses how Shari'a has become a controversial concept and highlights its role in debates within Muslim-majority countries.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'Shari’a: Islamic Law in the Contemporary Context' is a first edition.