{"product_id":"9780522856118","title":"Islam and the Question of Reform","description":"Author: Benjamin MacQueen\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780522856118\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Melbourne University Publishing\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 Dec 2008\u003cbr\u003ePages: 128\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReform, by definition, is not a complete break with tradition, but a determination by scholars, activists, politicians and critical thinkers to re-claim the tenets of their faith. Muslim communities have historically displayed a tendency to preserve the status quo. By contrast, the individuals and movements in \u003ci\u003eIslam and the Question of Reform\u003c\/i\u003e are determined; often at great personal risk; to push aside existing political and social elites and the historically accepted interpretations of Islam and its place in society. The perspectives examined in this volume avoid superficial or apologetic examinations of Islam's political and social role. Instead, they meticulously scrutinise the religion's public role, often questioning the validity of dogmas that have acted as tools of empowerment for existing elites for centuries. Islamic Studies Series - Volume 1","brand":"Print on demand - Ships in 1 to 3 months","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47241832530078,"sku":"HPC-9780522856118","price":47.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9780522856118.jpg?v=1780360900","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9780522856118","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}