Ethics of Disagreement in Islam by Alalwani, Taha Jabir | Paperback | Society & Social Sciences

About this book Latest Edition With new Cover. Ethics of Disagreement in Islam By T Jabir al Alwani, IIIT [#0678 1A2 PB 158pp 9781565643598 English Trans. of Adab al Ikhtilaf Fil Al Islam by Abdul Wahid Hami] This work, being an exposition of the higher principles and purposes of the Shari'ah, is intended to address opposing Islamic political parties. The author analyzes instances of judicial disagreement between the early jurists, and clarifying that the disagreements or differences over the points of law and procedure between those jurists, never led them to lose sight of the higher purposes of the Shari'ah or their responsibilities 'Although this book may more appropriately be titled The Ethics of Disagreement between the Classical Jurists, it nonetheless serves as a useful introduction to the subject of disagreement in general. It also lays down for contemporary Muslims many commendable example of forbearance and understanding on the part of some of the greatest personalities and scholars in Muslim history. In this lies the utility of this book. And it is the revival of this spirit that allows contemporary Muslims to look forward to the future with hope.' - Dr. Taha Jabir al Alwani Table of Index Note on Arabic Terms Preface Introduction to the English Edition Chapter One: The Malaise of Discord Chapter Two: The Spectrum of Disagreement Chapter Three: The Historical Context (1) Chapter Four: The Historical Context (2) Chapter Five: The Historical Context (3) Chapter Six: Juristic Perspectives Chapter Seven: Reasons for Differences Chapter Eight: Knowledge and Refinement Chapter Nine: After the Illustrious Age Chapter Ten: The Way Forward Glossary Related topics Social Studies: General.