http://alimprogram.com/programs/winter.shtml
“Islam is the answer.” … the rallying cry of Muslim movements for more than a century. What does this mean? Is it hollow or pithy? While all 21st century Muslims do not doubt the practical usefulness of following shariah as a means towards taqwa and personal piety, the social and – more importantly – political implementation of shariah throughout the world brings with it its own problematic: what and how?
* What should be the place of religious law in the political fabric of a modern world where individual and minority rights as enshrined by the UDHR are held with utmost regard?
* How was shariah viewed in the premodern world, and how does this view differ with modern day Muslim movements that seek to implement it, however they may define it.
* How does the Islamic and modern views compare: are they mutually exclusive, one in the same, or something in between?
The next ALIM Winter Program will seek to ask the relevant questions regarding the nature, scope, and historical role of shariah law in Muslim communities, and their contemporary relevance – all in an effort to strengthen our understanding of our faith.
| Scholars: | Dr. Muneer Fareed |
Dr. Abd al-Hakim Jackson |
| Date: | January 15th-18th, 2010 |
| Location: | ADAMS Center |
| Greater DC Area |
| Schedule: | Coming Soon! |
| Application: | Click here to apply online! |
| Note: There will be NO on-site registration. |
| Tuition: | $125 Student, $150 Professional, $250 Couple |
| (includes meals, not lodging) |
Preperation:
To best prepare for this program we suggest that you read the following book prior to coming.
 | Islam and the Secular State - Negotiating the Future of Shari`a by Abdullahi Ahmed An-Na`im |
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