Routledge - Being Human in Islam: Evolutionary Worldview Book

Explore the intersection of faith and science in this scholarly work from Routledge. Being Human in Islam: The Impact of the Evolutionary Worldview examines how evolutionary theory influences the beliefs of contemporary Muslims regarding human identity, capacity, and destiny. While Islamic anthropology is often overlooked in modern debates, this book addresses the implicit assumptions made about how Muslims conceive of the human being. This is particularly relevant when discussing the modernization of Islam and its relationship with human rights and democracy. Damian Howard provides a systematic treatment of how evolutionary ideas impact modern Islamic thought by surveying several branches of Muslim perspectives. This text offers a deep look into the responses to the crisis of identity and the ways in which scientific developments shape religious understanding. It serves as a vital resource for students and researchers interested in the sociology and anthropology of the Middle East and the evolving landscape of contemporary religious thought.