… a welcome addition to the already available introductory works on
Islam. The chapters of the book combine depth of analysis and
erudition on a wide range of subjects. Thus in a single volume one
finds several superbly written papers not only on the foundations of
Islam and the manifestations of Islamic culture but also on issues
which are at the centre of contemporary debates among Muslims such as
multiculturalism, social justice, democracy and diversity. As a
sourcebook this work is equally useful for students, academicians and
general readers′ - Zafar Ishaq Ansari, Director, Islamic Research
Institute, International Islamic University Islamic Studies is at a
critical moment in its history. It seeks both to maintain its rich
history and to engage with other - sometimes dominant - cultural and
political studies. This tension is producing complex changes in both
the theory and the practice of Islamic Studies. This timely and
stimulating Handbook, edited by world-class experts in the field,
provides a comprehensive guide to Islamic Studies today. It examines
the main issues in the field and explores the key debates. It provides
readers with an indispensable, balanced guide to the roots of Islam
and the challenges it faces in the twenty-first century. The Handbook
includes discussions of: - Islam as a community of discourse and a
global system - Islam, diaspora and multiculturalism - The Qu′ran
today - Islam as a moral and judicial system - Islam and politics -
Islam and culture - Diversities and Islam Concise, level-headed and
penetrating, this collection will be of interest to anyone who studies
contemporary Islam. It brings together an unparalleled collection of
international scholars who illuminate some of the most urgent and
complex issues in the world today.
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ISBN
9781473971684
Publisert
2016
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Vendor
Sage Publications Ltd (UK)
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Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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