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Islamic Theological Themes: A Primary Source Reader
John Renard
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Description for Islamic Theological Themes: A Primary Source Reader
Paperback. Editor(s): Renard, John. Num Pages: 480 pages. BIC Classification: HRHT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 29. Weight in Grams: 656.
Comprised of primary sources assembled from a broad chronological and geographic spectrum, Islamic Theological Themes is a comprehensive anthology of primary Islamic sacred texts in translation. The volume includes rare and never before translated selections, all freshly situated and introduced with a view to opening doors into the larger world of Islamic life, belief, and culture. From pre-theological material on the scriptural end of the spectrum, to the more practical material at the other, John Renard broadens our concepts of what counts as Islamic theology, situating Islamic theological literature within the context of the emerging sub-discipline ... Read more
Comprised of primary sources assembled from a broad chronological and geographic spectrum, Islamic Theological Themes is a comprehensive anthology of primary Islamic sacred texts in translation. The volume includes rare and never before translated selections, all freshly situated and introduced with a view to opening doors into the larger world of Islamic life, belief, and culture. From pre-theological material on the scriptural end of the spectrum, to the more practical material at the other, John Renard broadens our concepts of what counts as Islamic theology, situating Islamic theological literature within the context of the emerging sub-discipline ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
University of California Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
Weight
656g
Number of Pages
480
Place of Publication
Berkerley, United States
ISBN
9780520281899
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V9780520281899
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About John Renard
John Renard is Professor of Theological Studies at Saint Louis University. His many books include Seven Doors to Islam: Spirituality and the Religious Life of Muslims, Windows on the House of Islam, Friends of God: Islamic Images of Piety, Commitment, and Servanthood, and Tales of God's Friends: Islamic Hagiography in Translation, all from UC Press.
Reviews for Islamic Theological Themes: A Primary Source Reader
Unprecedented... The first reader to focus on the theological tradition in particular. It will thus be of considerable use for courses on Islam or on comparative religion. Theological Studies [A] unique contribution that will entire a new generation of students to take an interest in advanced studies in Islamic theology in its many manifestations. Journal of the ... Read more