Overview

Contrary to popular opinion, the bulk of Islamic law does not come from the Qur’an but rather from hadith, first-hand reports of the prophet Muhammad’s words and deeds, passed from generation to generation. However, with varying accounts often only committed to paper a century after the death of Muhammad, Islamic scholars, past and present, have been faced with complex questions of historical authenticity. Informative and accessible, this wide-ranging introduction provides a detailed exploration of the collection and criticism of hadith and examines the controversy surrounding its role in modern Islam. Complete with a glossary, extensive bibliography, and helpful diagrams, Hadith: An Introduction is perfectly suited to students, scholars, and the general reader interested in this critical element of Islam.

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Author:   Jonathan A.C. Brown
Publisher:   Oneworld Publications
Imprint:   Oneworld Publications
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 14.60cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 22.50cm
ISBN:  

9781786073075

ISBN 10:   1786073072
Pages:   368
Publication Date:   07 December 2017
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Preface to the Revised Edition Preface Acknowledgments Conventions, Abbreviations, and Transliteration   1  The Prophet’s Words Then and Now: Hadith and Its Terminology 2  The Transmission and Collection of Prophetic Traditions 3  The Methods and History of Hadith Criticism 4  Prophetic Traditions in Shiite Islam 5  The Function of Prophetic Traditions in Islamic Law and Legal Theory 6  The Function of Prophetic Traditions in Theology 7  The Function of Prophetic Traditions in Sufism 8  The Function of Prophetic Traditions in Politics 9  The Authenticity Question: Western Debates over the Historical Reliability of Prophetic Traditions 10  Debates over Prophetic Traditions in the Modern Muslim World 11  Conclusion   Glossary Bibliography Index

Reviews

`A must read and a great read. The combination of impeccable, critical scholarship with a storyteller's style has produced an introductory volume that is both substantive and remarkably engaging.' -- John L. Esposito, Founding Director of the Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University `A comprehensive study of the scholarship throughout Islamic history dealing with the Traditions of the Prophet. A synthesis of critical analysis and informed understanding that presents a significant new perspective on a much-debated subject.' -- John O. Voll, Professor Emeritus of Islamic History, Georgetown University

Author Information

Jonathan A. C. Brown is Associate Professor and Alwaleed bin Talal Chair of Islamic Civilization at Georgetown University. He is the author of Misquoting Muhammad, which is also published by Oneworld. He lives in Washington, DC.

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