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What Is Islamic Philosophy?
Contributor(s): Jackson, Roy (Author)
ISBN: 0415632021     ISBN-13: 9780415632027
Publisher: Routledge
OUR PRICE:   $161.50  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: February 2014
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BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Islam - Theology
- Philosophy | Eastern
- Religion | Islam - History
Dewey: 181.07
LCCN: 2013034764
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.3" W x 9.4" (0.80 lbs) 200 pages
Themes:
- Religious Orientation - Islamic
 
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Publisher Description:

What is Islamic Philosophy? offers a broad introduction to Islamic thought, from its origins to the many challenging issues facing Muslims in the contemporary world. The chapters explore early Islamic philosophy and trace its development through key themes and figures up to the twenty-first century.

Topics covered include:

  • ethical issues such as just war, abortion, women's rights, homosexuality and cloning
  • questions in political philosophy regarding what kind of Islamic state could exist and how democratic can (or should) Islam really be
  • the contribution of Islam to 'big questions' such as the existence of God, the concept of the soul, and what constitutes truth.

This fresh and original book includes a helpful glossary and suggestions for further reading. It is ideal for students coming to the subject for the first time as well as anyone wanting to learn about the philosophical tradition and dilemmas that are part of the Islamic worldview.