Ethics of War and Peace in Islam: A Shi’a View

Occasion for presenting this book:

9 – 15 November: International Week of Science and Peace

Book Bibliographic Details:

Author: Mohammad Hassan Faghfoory

Publisher: Kazi Publications, Inc

Length: 158 Pages

Language: English

ISBN: 978-1567446623

Publication Date: May 2, 2019

About the Book:

Ethics of War and Peace in Islam: A Shi’a View by Mohammad H. Faghfoory is a scholarly examination of the ethical and religious foundations of war and peace in Shi’a Islam. The book explores how the Qur’an and the traditions of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)  inform Shi’a perspectives on armed conflict, jihad, and the conditions under which the use of force may be justified. Emphasising the defensive nature of war in the Shi’a understanding presented by the author, the study critically examines certain interpretations of jihad and highlights the importance of ethical principles in determining the legitimacy and conduct of warfare. Published by Kazi Publications in 2019, the book offers a valuable contribution to discussions of Islamic ethics, peace studies, and the role of religious traditions in addressing contemporary conflicts. It is particularly relevant to understanding how Shi’a Islamic thought can inform debates on the moral limitations of violence and the pursuit of peace in an increasingly conflict-prone world.

About the Author:

Mohammad H. Faghfoory is a scholar of Islamic studies whose academic work focuses on Shi’a Islam, Islamic philosophy and theology, Sufism, Islamic political thought, and the spiritual dimensions of Islamic civilisation. He has served as a professor of Islamic Studies and director  of the graduate programme in Islamic Studies at George Washington University, where his teaching and research have addressed the intellectual, theological, and ethical traditions of Islam. Faghfoory received graduate degrees in history and Middle Eastern studies from the University of Illinois and a master’s degree and PhD in political science and Middle Eastern studies from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His scholarly activities include writing, translating, and editing books and academic articles, as well as contributing to discussions on Islamic intellectual history and interreligious dialogue. Through his research on Shi’a thought and Islamic ethics, Faghfoory seeks to illuminate the religious and philosophical principles underlying Muslim perspectives on issues such as morality, spirituality, political responsibility, and peace. His book Ethics of War and Peace in Islam: A Shi’a View reflects these interests by examining the ethical foundations of war and peace within the Shi’a Islamic tradition.

Where to find it:

You can find the book at one of the online bookstores below:

• Shia Books Australia
• AbeBooks
• Amazon