Understanding Human Dignity in Shi'i Islam: Debates, Challenges, and Solutions for Contemporary Issues

This study delves into the nuanced understanding of human dignity as expressed and upheld within the framework of Shi’i Islam. Drawing on the Quran as the primary source of Shi’i interpretation of the law and human rights, this research investigates the portrayal of human dignity in the Shia traditi...

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Main Author: Asghari, SeyedAmirHossein (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: MDPI 2023
In: Religions
Year: 2023, Volume: 14, Issue: 4
Further subjects:B Justice
B Human Dignity
B principles of jurisprudence
B maxim of fiqh
B Shi’a Islam
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