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* Read ^ Conference of the Books: The Search for Beauty in Islam by Khaled M. Abou El Fadl ↠ eBook or Kindle ePUB. Conference of the Books: The Search for Beauty in Islam The author imagines himself sitting in a conference of Islamic books- the Conference convening to examine the contemporary Muslim condition. Various influential intellectual trends are represented in this Conference, but the author is not a passive observer, he is an active participant who reacts to the Conference with introspection and critical moral insight. Using the Muslim experience in the United States as a lens, the author examines what he identifies as a pervasive alienation suffered by
| Title | : | Conference of the Books: The Search for Beauty in Islam |
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.65 (874 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0761820817 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 440 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-02-27 |
| Language | : | English |
The author imagines himself sitting in a conference of Islamic books- the Conference convening to examine the contemporary Muslim condition. Various influential intellectual trends are represented in this Conference, but the author is not a passive observer, he is an active participant who reacts to the Conference with introspection and critical moral insight. Using the Muslim experience in the United States as a lens, the author examines what he identifies as a pervasive alienation suffered by Muslims over their place in history, source of identity, and moral foundations. This book attempts to reclaim what the author maintains is a core moral value in Islam- the value of beauty.. Based on actual cases, these original essays present an honest and critical evaluation of the problems and challenges that confront Muslims in the Contemporary world. The author positions himself on a bridge between the intellectual heritage of Islam and the oppressive Muslim present, arguing that the salvation of one is intricately linked to the other
Khaled Abou El Fadl, the most important scholar writing on Islamic jurisprudence and its development in the American context today, sets a high standard here for legal discourse and practice among North American Muslims. (Karen Leonard, Professor of Anthropology, University of California, Irvine)Each independent essay may be read in any order, but collectively they illustrate richness and diversity (Charles C. John L. 'Conference of the Books' is an excellent introduction to the ideas, insights, and reflections of this important scholar of Islam and Islamic law, author, and poet. (Roy Parviz Mottahedeh, Gurney Professor of History, Harvard University)Dr. The dialogue shows the enormous breadth of the author's reading in classic works of learning by Muslims, and his visio
Khaled M. . School of Law where he teaches Islamic Law, Immigration, Human Rights, Terrorism, and National Security Law. Abou El Fadl is Professor of Law at U.C.L.A
Nourishing Life Enhancing Food & Drink for the Hungry Soul This book is for those who possess an introspective and craving soul. It is for those who take seriously the notion that Islam is the path to peace through submission to the Divine will. It is for those who find their spirits burdened by contradictions, misinterpretations, and stagnant tho. "Beautifully Inspired, Humbling, and Courageous" according to A Customer. No book on Islam or Muslims compares to this courageously insightful work on Islamic morality, contemporary Islam, and Muslim society. Its poetic flair, prosaic brilliance, and heart wrenching realism leaves the reader awestruck by the penetrating insight of an expert on Islam who clearly . A Customer said A refreshing mind. I love this book. It has made me cry, smile, sigh and ponder. Every essay invigorates the intellect and inspires the heart and soul. The book is a collection of essays written by Dr. Abou El Fadl wherein he discusses many issues plaguing the contemporary Muslim communities. I think this bo
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