Abbas Amanat
Shari'a: Islamic Law in the Contemporary Context
- ISBN 13:
- 9780804769303
- author:
- Abbas Amanat
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Stanford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 22.61 x 14.99 x 2.03 centimetres
- Genre:
- Religion, Islam, Law,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Shari'a Islamic Law in the Contemporary Context explores how Muslims understand and apply Shari'a in modern societies. Ten leading scholars examine various issues, including justice, natural law, democracy, and the authority of the preeminent jurist, shedding light on changes in Shari'a's understanding over centuries. The essays delve into debates about the nature, interpretation, reform, and application of Shari'a, which are central to Islamist revivalist ideologies. This book provides valuable insights into how Shari'a has been applied in both Sunni and Shi'i Islam, and its role in contemporary Muslim thought. By examining these issues, this volume offers a nuanced understanding of Shari'a's significance in modern times, particularly in the context of Islamic fundamentalism and its politicization in Muslim-majority countries.
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