Mehran Kamrava
Innovation in Islam: Traditions and Contributions
- ISBN 13:
- 9780520266957
- author:
- Mehran Kamrava
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of California Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 242
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1.5 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- History, Countries & Regions, Asia
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Innovation in Islam: Traditions and Contributions by Mehran Kamrava explores the complex relationship between Islamic tradition and modern society. This collection of essays examines the ways in which Islamic teachings have been interpreted and applied over time, shedding light on the obstacles to innovation in the Muslim world. The contributors, a multidisciplinary group of leading scholars, investigate various areas such as jurisprudence, hermeneutics, and epistemology, revealing how these fields have shaped Muslims' perceptions of themselves and their place in the modern world. By analyzing these topics, Innovation in Islam offers a nuanced understanding of the challenges facing Muslim societies today. This thought-provoking volume illuminates a debate that extends beyond academic circles into everyday politics and society, with implications for global discourse.
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