Introduction to Islamic Law

Principles of Civil, Criminal, and International Law Under the Shari'a

Introduction to Islamic Law is offered for scholars and students - both Muslim and non-Muslim, with or without a legal background - for the purpose of obtaining a basic understanding of the foundational concepts of the Shari'a.

The book contains an overview of Islam as a whole; an analysis of the sources of Islamic law and sectarian distinctions; and a thorough examination of the law of contracts, property, banking and finance, and familial relations, as well as criminal law and procedure and the law of war under the Shari'a.

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not exactly down the middle

although very informative it seems clear that the author has allowed their own feelings and opinions on the topic to color it. this is still a very good listen and the point aside very worth the time to hear