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This book explores the position of Islamic theology and jurisprudence towards people with disabilities. It investigates how early and modern Muslim scholars tried to reconcile their existence with the concept of a merciful God, and also looks at how people with disabilities might live a dignified and productive life within an Islamic context. In his analysis of Islamic Theology, Ghaly pays attention to how theologians, philosophers and Sufis reflected on the purposes behind the existence of this phenomenon, and how to reconcile the existence of disability with specific divine attributes and an All-Merciful God. Simultaneously exploring the perspective of Muslim jurists, the book focuses on h...
Al-Dawoody examines the justifications and regulations for going to war in both international and domestic armed conflicts under Islamic law. He studies the various kinds of use of force by both state and non-state actors in order to determine the nature of the Islamic law of war.
This book explores the relationship between custom and Islamic law and seeks to uncover the role of custom in the construction of legal rulings. On a deeper level, however, it deals with the perennial problem of change and continuity in the Islamic legal tradition (or any tradition for that matter).
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Francis Trevelyan Miller's 'Original Photographs Taken on the Battlefields during the Civil War of the United States' is a poignant portrayal of the brutality and sacrifice of the Civil War. Through stunning original photographs, Miller captures the raw emotions and devastation of this pivotal moment in American history. The book is written in a straightforward and informative style, providing a detailed look at the battles and the individuals involved. It serves as a visual documentation of the horrors of war, making it a valuable resource for historians and Civil War enthusiasts alike. Miller's work stands out in the literary context for its unique combination of photography and storytelling, bringing the past to life in a way that is both engaging and educational. As a renowned historian and photographer, Miller's expertise shines through in every page of this remarkable book. 'Original Photographs Taken on the Battlefields during the Civil War of the United States' is a must-read for those interested in gaining a deeper understanding of this tumultuous period in American history.
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The "Gentleman's magazine" section is a digest of selections from the weekly press; the "(Trader's) monthly intelligencer" section consists of news (foreign and domestic), vital statistics, a register of the month's new publications, and a calendar of forthcoming trade fairs.