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A comprehensive one-volume reference resource to Islamic Studies and key research fields within it, written by an international team of leading scholars.
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Dr. Clinton Bennett
Traces the growth and development of two related disciplines, anthropology and the study of religions. Locating these within the intellectual climate of the 19th century, the author reveals how each…
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Muhammad’s memory, example and name are universally revered by Muslims, for whom he represents the highest human ideal. This book argues that the historic reconstruction of Muhammad’s biography does not…
An exploration of powerful Muslim women covering issues of gender, culture and politics in Islam.
In this work, the author asks what agendas, assumptions, and human needs do the contributors to this work take to their studies of Jesus? Analyzing popular and scholarly images of…
Voicing at least two Muslim opinions in each area of debate, this book challenges the idea that all Muslims think identically. While Muslims and Modernity is designed primarily for use…
A guide to the study of the Islamic faith that covers the major areas of study, including historical foundations, scripture, society, thought, ethics, rituals, spirituality and aesthetics. It draws out…
Offers an investigation into Christian-Muslim relations, highlighting the need for an understanding between the two communities in order develop universal peace and justice. This book investigates Islam’s place in the…
Guides readers through the Qur'an by reordering its chapters into a continuous narrative. This book helps readers come to understand various aspects of the Qur'an’s interpretation, from Muhammad’s life, to…
Guides readers through the Qur'an by reordering its chapters into a continuous narrative. This book helps readers understand various aspects of the Qur'an’s interpretation, from Muhammad’s life, to Muslim conduct…
Can democracy flourish in Muslim society? What does the Koran say about women, minorities, human rights? Are Islam and the West on a collision course? After 9/11, much has been…
Originally published in hardcover in 2012 by Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.
This detailed book is a resource for students, practitioners, and leaders interested in how the major world religions have understood poverty and responded to the poor. * Addresses a topic…
