Isbn: 9780748623921 - islam, christianity and tradition: a comparative exploration (8 Ergebnisse)

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Zustand: New. This book offers a unique comparative exploration of the role of tradition in Islam and Christianity. In comparing the role of tradition in Islam and Christianity, key themes are explored such as the roles of authority, fundamentalism, the use of reason, and ijtihad (independent thinking). Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: HRCM; HRH; HRLB. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 231 x 160 x 14. Weight in Grams: 394. . 2006. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 1st edition. 256 pages. 6.25x9.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A unique comparative exploration of the role of tradition in Islam and ChristianityThe idea of 'tradition' has enjoyed a variety of senses and definitions in Islam and Christianity, but both have cleaved at certain times to a supposedly 'golden age' of tradition from the past.Key Themes- The roles of authority- Fundamentalism- The use of reason- Ijtihad (independent thinking)- Original comparisons between Islamic Salafism and Christian LefebvrismIan Richard Netton suggests there has been a chain of thinkers from classical Islam to the 20th century who share a common interest in ijtihad (or independent thinking). Drawing on past and present evidence, and using Christian tradition as a focus for contrast and comparison, he highlights the seemingly paradoxical harmony between tradition and itjihad in Islam. By using a variety of primary and secondary sources including contemporary newspaper and journal articles, documents and letters, he adds an immediacy to this lucid and stimulating text.Key Features- Proposes a new vocabulary for the articulation of Islam- Offers original comparisons between Salafism and Lefebvrism- Highlights the paradoxical harmony between tradition and itjihad in Islam- Articulates the yearning amongst today's Muslim and Christian traditionalists for a revival of a 'golden age' from whence, they believe, all good traditions derive.…

Kartoniert / Broschiert. Zustand: New. This book offers a unique comparative exploration of the role of tradition in Islam and Christianity. In comparing the role of tradition in Islam and Christianity, key themes are explored such as the roles of authority, fundamentalism, the use of reason, an.