This lecture note
contains introduction, Religious, Dimensions of Law, The Influence of
Christianity on the Development of Western Law, Law as a Dimension of Religion,
Beyond Law and Beyond Religion.
Sharia,
Islamic law or sharia law is a religious law forming part of the Islamic
tradition. Topics covered includes: Historical origins, Traditional
jurisprudence, Pre-modern Islamic legal system, Modern legal reforms, Role in
contemporary Islam,Compatibility with democracy and human rights, Comparison
with other legal systems.