Islam in the modern world
challenged by the West, threatened by fundamentalism, keeping …
Seyyed Hossein Nasr
472 pages | ~13 hrs
Islam in the modern world
challenged by the West, threatened by fundamentalism, keeping faith with tradition
By Seyyed Hossein Nasr
In a world where Islam commands increasing global attention yet faces profound internal divisions, renowned Islamic scholar Seyyed Hossein Nasr offers a thoughtful exploration of traditional Islamic faith amid contemporary challenges. This comprehensive work addresses the growing fractures within the Muslim community, from the ideological splits among Iran's religious leadership to the stark differences between moderate Muslim-Americans and more conservative movements worldwide.
Nasr confronts the reality that extremist voices have attempted to reshape Islamic discourse, and he responds by articulating and defending the authentic principles of traditional Islam. His scholarly approach examines pressing contemporary issues that concern both Muslims and non-Muslims, including the concept of holy war, women's positions within Islamic society, the emergence of fundamentalist movements, and the evolving role of Shi'ism in Iran.
Beyond these widely debated topics, the author delves into lesser-known but equally significant challenges facing modern Islamic communities. He explores how scientific advancement intersects with religious belief, examines debates surrounding Islamic art and architecture in urban settings, investigates the educational role of madrassas, and addresses the complex urban realities confronting Islamic societies today.
Through careful analysis spanning 472 pages, this work serves as an essential guide for understanding Islam's multifaceted relationship with modernity, offering readers insight into both the faith's enduring principles and its contemporary struggles in an interconnected world.
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Details
- Published
- 2010
- Publisher
- HarperOne
- ISBN-13
- 9780061905803
- ISBN-10
- 0061905801
- Pages
- 472
- Language
- EN
