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Shari`a in the Secular State : Evolving Meanings of Islamic Jurisprudence in Turkey, Paperback / softback Book

Shari`a in the Secular State : Evolving Meanings of Islamic Jurisprudence in Turkey Paperback / softback

Part of the Law, Language and Communication series

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Words in both law and religion can shape power relationships and are often highly disputed.

Shari`a lies within the overlap of these two spheres and provides a unique subject for the study of meaning in that liminal space.

This book contributes important insights related to Islamic jurisprudence and secularism in the Turkish context and regarding the role of language in contested legal and religious contexts. The study begins by providing a historical framework for the ideas and terms covered, including concepts of religion in general, Shari`a in particular, and secularism in the Turkish state.

It goes on to examine empirical research to describe and analyze contemporary Turkish understandings of religion and Shari`a.

The author’s research indicates that there is often a disconnect between supporting the adoption of Shari`a and supporting the regulation of everyday behavior through civil codes.

Thus, “Shari`a” seems to have taken on new meanings as groups have sought either to appropriate or criticize it.

It is a quintessential example of fractured and contextual meaning at the center of both religious and legal traditions.

This book is essential reading for both academics and those interested in law, linguistics, history, political science, anthropology, sociology, religious studies, or Near Eastern studies.

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