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Being Muslim in a Morally Relative World: The Dilemma of Contemporary Polarized Pakistani Society examines the challenges faced by Islamic societies in the 21st century, particularly in Pakistan, as they navigate the influences of globalization and Western intellectual movements. Muhammad Awais Shaukat offers a detailed analysis comparing the Islamic value system with the concept of moral relativism, exploring how these contrasting ethical frameworks shape individual and societal behaviors, values, and beliefs. The book investigates the conflict between traditional Islamic morality, rooted in the Qur’an and Sunnah, which upholds absolute and objective values, and the relativistic, subjective morality emerging from post-modernism. By leveraging his multidisciplinary expertise, the author illustrates how these conflicting values have intensified polarization within Muslim societies, amplified by media and intellectual discourse. The book contributes not only to academic discourse but also offers practical insights for policymakers, educators, and community leaders, offering a framework for developing pathways toward social harmony and cohesion.

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This book tackles a crucial debate affecting contemporary Islamic societies. The author has objectively analyzed the discourses on ethics and provided a cross-sectional study of Pakistani society based on a survey. The strongest part of the book lies in the author's profound insights. In the end, the author offers suggestions to establish the foundations for peaceful coexistence. --Badrane Benlahcene, Qatar University

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Muhammad Awais Shaukat is director of academics and programs at Ehya Education Services, Lahore.

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