Download or read book The Islamic Roots of Democratic Pluralism written by Abdulaziz Sachedina and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2001-01-04 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book tackles the most significant issues facing Muslims today. Sachedina argues that we must reopen the doors of religious interpretation--to correct false interpretations, replace outdated laws, and formulate new doctrines. His book critically analyzes Muslim teachings on such issues as pluralism, civil society, war and peace, and violence and self-sacrifice.