Islamism, Statehood and Human Rights
Book Description
In an era where religious and political boundaries increasingly intersect, this scholarly exploration delves into one of our time's most pressing questions: can contemporary Islamic governance systems harmoniously coexist with universal human rights principles?
Olufemi Ojo Ilesanmi presents a thoughtful examination of two fundamentally different worldviews that shape modern society. On one side stands the secular tradition, where human rights are viewed as inherent to all people regardless of their beliefs. On the other exists a religious framework where rights flow from divine sources and are connected to faith community membership.
Rather than offering simplistic answers, this work invites readers into the complex terrain where law, politics, and spirituality converge. The author investigates how these competing philosophies manifest in real-world governance, particularly examining societies where religious authority and state power merge into unified systems.
This interdisciplinary study speaks to anyone seeking deeper understanding of how different spiritual and political traditions can coexist peacefully in our interconnected world. Through careful analysis of multicultural societies and multi-religious states, the book addresses the challenges that arise when religiously-derived laws encounter universal human rights frameworks.
For readers interested in the intersection of spirituality and social justice, this work provides valuable insights into navigating the tensions between religious conviction and pluralistic governance. It offers a pathway toward greater ethnographic understanding and peaceful coexistence in our diverse global community.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~8 hours)
📄 Length: 276 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Human rights
- ✓ Explore Theocracy
- ✓ Explore Staat
- ✓ Explore Internationale Politik
- ✓ Explore Menschenrecht
- ✓ Explore Human rights, islamic countries
- ✓ Explore Politik
