Historical reconstruction of languages relies on the comparative method, which itself depends on the notion of the regularity of change. The regularity of sound change is the famous Neogrammarian Hypothesis: "sound change takes place according to laws that admit no exception." The comparative method, however, is not restricted to the consideration of sound change, and neither is the assumption of regularity. Syntactic, morphological, and semantic change are all amenable in varying degrees, to comparative reconstruction, and each type of change is constrained in ways that enable the researcher...

Durie's innovative book exposes the history and ideology of surrender--the Third Choice--which has determined the lived reality of non-Muslims living under Muslim rule. He grounds his analysis of the dhimmi condition in the teachings of Islam and the life of Muhammad.

People can feel confused and bewildered when trying to make sense of all the different religions and philosophies in the world. Many choose the easy option of simply believing that religions are all the same. Christ Above All helps the reader to understand the foundational beliefs of the world's major religions and philosophies, and the nature of their 'gods' and founders. Its purpose is to challenge the hearts, minds and consciences of all who read it, that they might discover and experience the only true and holy One, who is the source of light, purity and unity. Christ Above All helps...