Wael B. Hallaq

The Impossible State: Islam, Politics, and Modernity's Moral Predicament

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ISBN 13:
9780231162579
author:
Wael B. Hallaq
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Columbia University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 cm
Genre:
Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Communication Studies
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£25.19

Description

The Impossible State: Islam, Politics, and Modernity's Moral Predicament by Wael B. Hallaq explores the challenges of implementing modern state structures in Islamic societies. By comparing premodern Islam with Euro-American history, Hallaq argues that the concept of an "Islamic state" is inherently contradictory to the principles of modern governance. Hallaq critiques the moral foundations of modernity and its impact on Muslim societies, highlighting the difficulties of reconciling Islamic values with the demands of a modern state. He examines various examples, including the failures of Islamist movements in Egypt, Pakistan, and Iran, to illustrate the complexities of this issue. Through an analysis of Islamic history and philosophy, Hallaq seeks to provide a path forward for Muslims seeking to build a more just and moral society. By exploring the parallels between the crises faced by Muslim societies and those of Western nations, he offers a nuanced understanding of the challenges facing modern Islam.

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