Violence in Islamic Thought from European Imperialism to the Post-Colonial Era
Robert Gleave editor Mustafa Baig editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Edinburgh University Press
Published:31st Mar '21
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This volume shows the diversity of approaches to violence in Islamic thought between the 19th century and the present day, avoiding the limiting characterisations of Islam being inherently 'violent' or 'peaceful'. It shows how ideas of 'justified violence' grounded in Islamic theological and juristic traditions reoccur throughout history, up to the contemporary period. Chapters on earlier events provide context for contemporary debates on violence, showing how traditional legal and theological ideas (such as the sovereignty of God's law and peace treaties) are used to both legitimise and de-legitimise violence.
ISBN: 9781474485500
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 774g
432 pages