In The Shadow Of Shariah

Offers a study of Islamic laws in Pakistan to show how the relationship between Islam, Islamic law and democracy is understood and, transformed in different cultural contexts.

Islam is on the rise all over the West, including America. In this compelling new book, bestselling author Erwin Lutzer urges Christians to see this as both an opportunity to share the gospel and a reason for concern. We have now reached a tipping point—the spread of Islam is rapidly altering the way we live. These changes are cause for alarm, for they endanger our freedoms of speech and religion. At the same time, this opens an incredible door of ministry for Christians, for Muslims normally do not have access to the gospel in their own lands. In The Cross in the Shadow of the Crescent, readers will discover helpful answers to these questions and more: How does Islam’s growing influence affect me personally? In what ways are our freedoms of speech and religion in danger? How can I extend Christ’s love to Muslims around me? A sensitive, responsible, and highly informative must-read!

"Shadows of Change" invites readers on a thought-provoking journey into a parallel universe where the familiar landscapes of France and the United Kingdom are cast in the shadow of a profound transformation-the adoption of Shariah law. In this meticulously woven narrative, the delicate balance between tradition and progress, individuality and collective identity, unfolds against the backdrop of a society undergoing seismic shifts. As the legal overhaul takes center stage, the intricate tapestry of human stories emerges, each thread representing a facet of resilience, dissent, unity, and love. The exploration of justice, daily life, family dynamics, and social interactions delves into the personal struggles and triumphs of characters from diverse backgrounds, offering a nuanced perspective on the complex interplay between religious principles and societal values. From the clash of secular and Islamic legal traditions to the rise of extremism, "Shadows of Change" illuminates the multifaceted consequences of this transformative legal shift. Activists and rebels challenge the new order, and international fallout reverberates through diplomatic tensions, economic recalibrations, and shifts in the geopolitical landscape. The concluding chapters provide a glimpse into potential futures, hinting at ongoing challenges and changes that shape the trajectory of these altered societies. The epilogue serves as a reflective canvas, drawing insights from the tapestry of human stories, societal transformations, and global repercussions, leaving readers contemplating the delicate equilibrium between tradition and progress. "Shadows of Change" is more than a speculative exploration; it is a mirror held up to our own reality, inviting readers to reflect on the intricacies of navigating societal transformations, the complexities of religious diversity, and the enduring quest for justice, freedom, and a shared sense of humanity. Through its pages, this tale challenges preconceptions, sparks introspection, and lingers in the minds of readers, prompting them to explore the shadows cast by change in a world forever altered by the adoption of Shariah law.

One of the country's foremost Middle East commentators explores the political, cultural, and religious struggle today between the fundamentalist and conservative Islam sects over the future of the Middle East--and reveals what that means to the West.

Leading scholars from a range of countries and academic disciplines, and representing different political viewpoints and faith traditions, explore the complex issues surrounding the legal recognition of religious faith in a multicultural society.

"[A] summer must read." — SEAN HANNITY, Fox News "[No Go Zones] should be required reading for conservatives, Republicans, liberals, teachers, students, reporters, editors, and activists all alike." —NIGEL FARAGE, Member of the European Parliament No Go Zones. That's what they're called. And while the politically correct try to deny their existence, the shocking reality of these "No Go Zones"—where Sharia law can prevail and local police stay away—can be attested to by its many victims. Now Raheem Kassam, a courageous reporter and editor at Breitbart, takes us where few journalists have dared to tread—inside the No Go Zones, revealing areas that Western governments, including the United States, don't want to admit exist within their own borders. With compelling reporting, Kassam takes you into Islamic areas you might not even know existed—communities, neighborhoods, and whole city districts from San Bernardino, California, (a No Go Zone of the mind) to Hamtramck, Michigan (essentially an Islamic colony in the Midwest); from Malmö, Sweden, to the heart of London, England—where infidels are unwelcome, Islamic law is king, and extremism grows. In No Go Zones, Kassam reveals: How in No Go Zones a blind eye is being turned to polygamy, female genital mutilation, sexual assault, segregation, and even honor killings Why Muslim ghettos in the West aren't the equivalent of Little Italy or Chinatown, but a serious cultural and political threat How the welfare state actually funds and supports a Muslim subculture of resentment How to identify extremist mosques A matter of numbers: how mass migration could transform Europe into a Muslim-dominated continent within our own lifetimes The alarming speed at which No Go Zones are coming to America Compelling in its reporting, shocking in its detail, Raheem Kassam's No Go Zones is one of the most frightening true stories you will read this year.

In pieces drawn from over the course of his distinguished career, pre-eminent historian Roy Mottahedeh explores such diverse topics as the social bonds that connected people in the early Islamic Middle East, the transmission of learning in the Muslim world, religious and ethnic toleration in the past and in the present, and the theme of ‘wonders’ in The Thousand and One Nights. His essays extend from the early Islamic period through the medieval era and on to modern times. A number concern Iran, the country of his father’s birth, and again Mottahedeh’s studies range widely, including Persian panegyric poetry, the origins of the city of Kashan, and Shi‘ite political thought. Speaking to contemporary concerns, he also touches upon voting rights, academic freedom, and censorship. Intended not only for those in Islamic studies but for students of history and interested lay readers, there are introductions to each section written with the non-specialist in mind, and these sections progress from more general topics to those more specialized. In the Shadow of the Prophet thus reflects Mottahedeh’s desire that the Islamic world and its history become better understood so that cooperation between Muslims and non-Muslims might become the order of the day.

"Shari'a is the code of conduct in Islam, but what does it really mean? British-based civil rights lawyer Kadri explains how legal ideas gradually emerged in Islam, how shari'a is practiced in different countries today, and how in the last decades it has been appropriated by extremists to the detriment of everyone."--Library Journal.

“A delightfully original take on…the prospects for liberal democracy in the broader Islamic Middle East.”—Matthew Kaminski, Wall Street Journal As the Arab Spring threatens to give way to authoritarianism in Egypt and reports from Afghanistan detail widespread violence against U.S. troops and women, news from the Muslim world raises the question: Is Islam incompatible with freedom? In Islam without Extremes, Turkish columnist Mustafa Akyol answers this question by revealing the little-understood roots of political Islam, which originally included both rationalist, flexible strains and more dogmatic, rigid ones. Though the rigid traditionalists won out, Akyol points to a flourishing of liberalism in the nineteenth-century Ottoman Empire and the unique “Islamo-liberal synthesis” in present-day Turkey. As he powerfully asserts, only by accepting a secular state can Islamic societies thrive. Islam without Extremes offers a desperately needed intellectual basis for the reconcilability of Islam and liberty.