The Islamic Roots of Democratic Pluralism

Abdulaziz Sachedina Professor of Religious Studies University of Virginia

Oxford University Press, USA, Dec 8, 2000 - Religion - 192 pages

This book tackles the most significant issues facing Muslims today. Sachedina argues that we must reopen the doors of religious interpretation--to correct false interpretations, replace outdated laws, and formulate new doctrines. His book critically analyzes Muslim teachings on such issues as pluralism, civil society, war and peace, and violence and self-sacrifice.

Bibliographic information

• Title: The Islamic Roots of Democratic Pluralism
• Author: Abdulaziz Sachedina Professor of Religious Studies University of Virginia
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA, 2000
• ISBN: 0195349903, 9780195349900
• Length: 192 pages
• Subjects: Religion / Islam / General