This book discloses a largely unnoticed dialogue between Muslim and Western social thought on the search for meaning and transcendence in the human sciences. The disclosure is accomplished by a comparative reading of contemporary Muslim debates on secular knowledge on the one hand, and of ...
This book discloses a largely unnoticed dialogue between Muslim and Western social thought on the search for meaning and transcendence in the human sciences. The disclosure is accomplished by a comparative reading of contemporary Muslim debates on secular knowledge on the one hand, and of ...
Tomás Alcoverro (Barcelona, 1940), corresponsal de La Vanguardia en Oriente Medio desde 1970, decano de los corresponsales de la prensa española, ha escrito en ese tiempo, desde el balcón de su casa en Beirut, más de siete mil crónicas para el periódico barcelonés sobre los ...
Tomás Alcoverro (Barcelona, 1940), corresponsal de La Vanguardia en Oriente Medio desde 1970, decano de los corresponsales de la prensa española, ha escrito en ese tiempo, desde el balcón de su casa en Beirut, más de siete mil crónicas para el periódico barcelonés sobre los ...
How, if at all, do Muslims and non-Muslims differ? The question spurs spirited discussion among people the world over, in Muslim and non-Muslim lands alike, but we still lack answers based on sound empirical evidence. This book engages a set of the biggest issues using ...
How, if at all, do Muslims and non-Muslims differ? The question spurs spirited discussion among people the world over, in Muslim and non-Muslim lands alike, but we still lack answers based on sound empirical evidence. This book engages a set of the biggest issues using ...
La democratización del acceso a la educación constituye sin lugar a dudas uno de los factores primordiales de desarrollo y uno de los medios con los que evolucionar hacia sociedades más justas. Si bien esto es cierto de forma general, lo es más aún en ...
La democratización del acceso a la educación constituye sin lugar a dudas uno de los factores primordiales de desarrollo y uno de los medios con los que evolucionar hacia sociedades más justas. Si bien esto es cierto de forma general, lo es más aún en ...
This book examines the link between Islamic thought/jurisprudence on the one hand and political action on the other. It shows how reformism is deeply rooted in Islamic tradition and how Sunni scholars have become activists for change in Saudi Arabia.
This book examines the link between Islamic thought/jurisprudence on the one hand and political action on the other. It shows how reformism is deeply rooted in Islamic tradition and how Sunni scholars have become activists for change in Saudi Arabia.
Taking Morocco as its focus, this book looks at the political change in the country since 1990. It places particular emphasis on key topics, such as civil society, human rights and reform, as vital issues for understanding the developments in the contemporary Middle East.
Taking Morocco as its focus, this book looks at the political change in the country since 1990. It places particular emphasis on key topics, such as civil society, human rights and reform, as vital issues for understanding the developments in the contemporary Middle East.
Bernard Lewis is recognized around the globe as one of the leading authorities on Islam. Hailed as "the world's foremost Islamic scholar" (Wall Street Journal ), as "a towering figure among experts on the culture and religion of the Muslim world" (Baltimore Sun ), and as ...
Bernard Lewis is recognized around the globe as one of the leading authorities on Islam. Hailed as "the world's foremost Islamic scholar" (Wall Street Journal ), as "a towering figure among experts on the culture and religion of the Muslim world" (Baltimore Sun ), and as ...
Now in its second edition, Islam: The Basics provides an introduction to the Islamic faith, examining the doctrines of the religion, the practises of Muslims and the history and significance of Islam in modern contexts. Key topics covered include: The Qur'an and its teachings ...
Now in its second edition, Islam: The Basics provides an introduction to the Islamic faith, examining the doctrines of the religion, the practises of Muslims and the history and significance of Islam in modern contexts. Key topics covered include: The Qur'an and its teachings ...
The Muslim Brotherhood is one of the most influential Islamist organisations today. Based in Egypt, its network includes branches in many countries of the Near and Middle East. Although the organisation has been linked to political violence in the past, it now proposes a politically ...
The Muslim Brotherhood is one of the most influential Islamist organisations today. Based in Egypt, its network includes branches in many countries of the Near and Middle East. Although the organisation has been linked to political violence in the past, it now proposes a politically ...
This distinctive comparison of Islamic and Christian mysticism focuses on the mystic journey in the two faith traditions - the journey which every believer must make and which leads to the Divine. The author clears away misconceptions and highlights similarities and differences in the thought and ...
This distinctive comparison of Islamic and Christian mysticism focuses on the mystic journey in the two faith traditions - the journey which every believer must make and which leads to the Divine. The author clears away misconceptions and highlights similarities and differences in the thought and ...
Democratic change in the Middle East looks like a distant prospect, but there are signs of change that may yet lead to that. Bringing together a group of top experts on the region, this book examines the experiences of activists, parties, religious groups and governments ...
Democratic change in the Middle East looks like a distant prospect, but there are signs of change that may yet lead to that. Bringing together a group of top experts on the region, this book examines the experiences of activists, parties, religious groups and governments ...
Nueve vidas en veinte años, esta es la increíble trayectoria de Al Qaeda, Ya ha llegado el momento de reconstituir la historia de esta jihad global, sin prescindir de sus zonas oscuras.Mucho antes del 11 de septiembre de 2001, se crea la organización de ...
Nueve vidas en veinte años, esta es la increíble trayectoria de Al Qaeda, Ya ha llegado el momento de reconstituir la historia de esta jihad global, sin prescindir de sus zonas oscuras.Mucho antes del 11 de septiembre de 2001, se crea la organización de ...
Pakistán es un país de especial actualidad, sin embargo no hay mucha bibliografía en español que trate un lugar clave en la historia actual. De hecho, si nos dejáramos llevar por los titulares sensacionalistas de los medios y algunas publicaciones, nos quedaría una visión parcial ...
Pakistán es un país de especial actualidad, sin embargo no hay mucha bibliografía en español que trate un lugar clave en la historia actual. De hecho, si nos dejáramos llevar por los titulares sensacionalistas de los medios y algunas publicaciones, nos quedaría una visión parcial ...
This book examines the issue of gender and violence in the Middle East and North Africa. While gender-based violence is a universal phenomenon, it takes interesting nuances and in this region where tradition, social norm, religion, war, and politics intermingle in a powerful space-based patriarchy ...
This book examines the issue of gender and violence in the Middle East and North Africa. While gender-based violence is a universal phenomenon, it takes interesting nuances and in this region where tradition, social norm, religion, war, and politics intermingle in a powerful space-based patriarchy ...
Democratization and the process of political reform is a critical issue in the contemporary Middle East and North Africa. This book looks at the situation in Morocco and examines the role of the monarchy and the relative strengths and weaknesses of the Islamic and secular ...
Democratization and the process of political reform is a critical issue in the contemporary Middle East and North Africa. This book looks at the situation in Morocco and examines the role of the monarchy and the relative strengths and weaknesses of the Islamic and secular ...
As the topic of political Islam gains increased visibility in international politics and current affairs, it has become more difficult to navigate the vast literature that is devoted to explaining this phenomenon. This reader provides the student with an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the ...
As the topic of political Islam gains increased visibility in international politics and current affairs, it has become more difficult to navigate the vast literature that is devoted to explaining this phenomenon. This reader provides the student with an accessible and comprehensive introduction to the ...
This exciting new book for students of Middle Eastern politics provides a comprehensive introduction to the complexities of the region, its politics and people. Combining a thematic framework for examining patterns of politics with individual chapters dedicated to specific countries, the book explores current issues ...
This exciting new book for students of Middle Eastern politics provides a comprehensive introduction to the complexities of the region, its politics and people. Combining a thematic framework for examining patterns of politics with individual chapters dedicated to specific countries, the book explores current issues ...
Skilfully navigating Libya's eventful past, this fully updated edition of Ronald Bruce St John's authoritative work includes an in-depth examination of the 2011 rebellion that finally put an end to over 40 years of Qadaffi's authoritarian rule. From early Greek settlements to ...
Skilfully navigating Libya's eventful past, this fully updated edition of Ronald Bruce St John's authoritative work includes an in-depth examination of the 2011 rebellion that finally put an end to over 40 years of Qadaffi's authoritarian rule. From early Greek settlements to ...
Esta obra recoge las conferencias de cinco ciclos organizados por el Instituto de Relaciones Culturales Baleares-Israel, en colaboración con la UNED. En ellas, destacados investigadores nos acercan a la realidad de pensadores judíos de todos los tiempos, desde el mundo clásico (Filón de Alejandría ...
Esta obra recoge las conferencias de cinco ciclos organizados por el Instituto de Relaciones Culturales Baleares-Israel, en colaboración con la UNED. En ellas, destacados investigadores nos acercan a la realidad de pensadores judíos de todos los tiempos, desde el mundo clásico (Filón de Alejandría ...
University of Pennsylvania Press. Pennsylvania, 2011
The medieval Islamic world comprised a wide variety of religions. While individuals and communities in this world identified themselves with particular faiths, boundaries between these groups were vague and in some cases nonexistent. Rather than simply borrowing or lending customs, goods, and notions to one ...
University of Pennsylvania Press. Pennsylvania, 2011
The medieval Islamic world comprised a wide variety of religions. While individuals and communities in this world identified themselves with particular faiths, boundaries between these groups were vague and in some cases nonexistent. Rather than simply borrowing or lending customs, goods, and notions to one ...
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