
The Islamic Roots of Democratic Pluralism
Abdulaziz Sachedina(Author)
Oxford University Press Inc
Published on 18. January 2001
Book
Hardback
192 pages
978-0-19-513991-4 (ISBN)
Description
In this book, sponsored by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, Abdulaziz Sachedina tackles the most significant issues facing Muslims today. As Islam and Muslims enter the 21st century, Sachedina argues, it is necessary to reopen the doors of religious interpretation - to reexamine and correct false interpretations, replace outdated laws and formulate new doctrines that respond to changing social contexts. Always using the Quran as a yardstick, Sachedina demonstrates how and why Islamic law came to reflect political and social influences, leading to regulations that violate the spirit and the letter of the Quran. He critically analyzes Muslim teachings on issues of pluralism, civil society, war and peace, violence and self-sacrifice, the status and role of non-Muslims, and capital punishment.
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A window on the continuing debate among Muslims over the true character of Islam ... carefully argued. * Middle East Journal *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
458 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-513991-4 (9780195139914)
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Author
Professor of Religious Studies, University of Virginia, and Senior AssociateProfessor of Religious Studies, University of Virginia, and Senior Associate, Center for Strategic and International Studies, USA