Articles by Asma Afsaruddin
Absolutism vs. Pluralism in Islam Today
Asma Afsaruddin Monday, 1 December 2008
The internal struggle for "the soul of Islam" continues between the absolutists and the pluralists. Can Muslims employ Islamic historical and intellectual frameworks to support pluralism today?
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Making the Case for Religious Freedom within the Islamic Tradition
Asma Afsaruddin Sunday, 1 June 2008
Plausible interpretations of Muslim texts can lead to robust endorsement of religious freedom. However, the question of who may authoritatively make interpretive decisions is not an easy one to answer. [FREE]
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