Kategoria BISAC: Religion >> Islam - Theology

This book continues the work of The Qur n in its Historical Context, in which an international group of scholars address an expanded range of topics on the Qur n and its origins, looking beyond medieval Islamic traditions to present the Qur n s own conversation with the religions and literatures of its day.

Particular attention is paid to recent debates and controversies in the field, and to uncovering the Qur n s relationship with Judaism and Christianity. After a foreword by Abdolkarim Soroush, chapters by renowned experts cover:

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The Bloomsbury Companion to Islamic Studies is a comprehensive survey of the field - past, present and future. Providing an overview of the key theoretical and methodological issues, as well as practical guidance on researching, it is the ideal guide for advanced students in Islamic Studies.

Topics and case studies covered include:

- Qur'anic Studies
- Islamic Theology
- Islam and the West
- Islamic Art and Architecture
- Sufism

Research and practical tools include:

- A-Z of key terms and concepts
- Chronology
- Detailed list of...

This book is about the monumental achievements of one of the most open-minded, tolerant, peace-loving theologians, scholars and philanthropists of our time, namely His Eminence Sayyid Hussain Ismaeel al-Sadr. When you read this book, you will find out that this compliment is not merely a courtesy but an under-statement: He deserves much more. A "balancing theory" is discussed throughout this book, one advocating that all humans on our planet are members of one and the same family, that in all reality, if we open our hearts and minds, walls that separate us from each other will crumble, we...

The book, first published in 1906, outlines the religious, ceremonial, civil and moral laws and regulations of Islam. The four sources from which the doctrines and precepts of Islam are founded are the "Quran," the "Sunna," the "Ijma" and the "Qias." This title also interprets the principles of the four sources in respect to " ilm," or positive knowledge, and "fiqh," or understanding. It is with these aspects of Islamic theology and law that this book is concerned. This book will be of interest to students of theology and religious studies. "