Non Muslims in the Islamic Society

Yusuf Al-Qaradawi makes an in-depth study of the doctrinal position of Islam toward non-Muslims in an Islamic state. But he does not exhaust himself on the exposition of the doctrine: he goes beyond its theoretical formulation, and views the doctrine in its historical context over the centuries. This is not only fair, but also in the best tradition of intellectual probity. To him, doctrines, constitutions, and laws are held sacrosanct, and are sustained by the common will. That is why he sees the implementation of the Islamic law in the collective conscience of the Muslim peopleùa conscience shaped by the reverence of the Qurئan and Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad, upon whom be peace. Al-Qaradawiئs treatment of the subject is scholarly, yet not pedantic. He discusses all of the issues at length, without encumbering the narrative flow. However, what authenticates him is his commitment to the truth. with the Shariئah as his grundschaft, and the practice of the Muslim people as his witness, he deftly rests his case with the tribunal of history. The end result is a highly satisfying work.