This work explores the role of the intellect in the legal, theological, philosophical, and mystical traditions of Islam, and of its continuing relevance in the efforts of the contemporary Muslim world to address the challenges of modernity. Leading scholars who have included chapters--all originally written for this book--include Mohammad Arkoun, Norman Calder, John Cooper, Muhsin Mahdi, Abdulaziz Sachedina, Annemarie Schimmel, and others.
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About the Author:
Farhad Daftary is Head of the Department of Academic Research and Publications at the Institute of Ismaili Studies.
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- PublisherI.B.Tauris
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 186064435X
- ISBN 13 9781860644351
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages192
- EditorDaftary Farhad
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