Islamic Economics(1st Edition) (Critical Concepts in Economics) by Shafiq Alvi, AmerAl-Roubaie Hardcover, 1,872 Pages, Published 2013 by Routledge ISBN-13: 978-0-415-51960-1, ISBN: 0-415-51960-8
"The editors of this new collection write: Western economists define economics as the branch of knowledge or science which investigates how scarce resources are best allocated into competing claims upon them. These claims are socially and culturally determined. Islamic economics and its principles have also developed from a specific set of social and cultural circumstances, but the key to the whole subject is the guidance given in the Pr ..."
"Lately, Islam has been enduring considerable pressure and criticism for its violent nature and its involvement with anti-social activities, such as terrorism, assassinations, suicide bombings, etc. Some evidence of the growing awareness of Islam and its efforts of peaceful co-existence has come to light in the form of increased interest in reading history and about the past events. This awareness is not sufficient. The authors in their ..."
"Lately, Islam has been enduring considerable pressure and criticism for its violent nature and its involvement with anti-social activities, such as terrorism, assassinations, suicide bombings, etc. Some evidence of the growing awareness of Islam and its efforts of peaceful co-existence has come to light in the form of increased interest in reading history and about the past events. This awareness is not sufficient. The authors in their ..."
"Islamic banking refers to a financial system which is consistent with principles of Islamic law (or 'sharia') and guided by Islamic economics. In particular, Islamic law prohibits 'riba' or usury, the collection and payment of interest. Additionally, Islamic law prohibits investing in businesses considered unlawful ('haram') or contrary to Islamic values. In recent years, a number of Islamic banks have been created to cater to the growi ..."
"This well respected text has long been trusted as an excellent resource for understanding the major concepts of managerial finance, and how they relate to real life business scenarios. This edition has been revised for Arab students so they can better identify with its subject matter. The text's language has been adjusted and examples taken from local organisations are included, for increased student engagement and learning."
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"This new text brings financial theories and concepts alive for students and practitioners of finance in the Arab region. With an emphasis on the real-life application of financial knowledge in a modern business setting, this text prepares learners for a successful future career in the industry and is an excellent resource for those studying for a professional financial qualification in the Middle East. Especially developed to reflect ..."
Islamic Economics Evolution of Islamic economics by Shafiq Alvi, AmerAl-Roubaie 417 Pages, Published 2013 by Taylor & Francis Group ISBN-13: 978-0-415-52839-9, ISBN: 0-415-52839-9
Islamic Economics Islamic economics : philolsophical foundation by Shafiq Alvi, AmerAl-Roubaie 443 Pages, Published 2013 by Taylor & Francis Group ISBN-13: 978-0-415-52840-5, ISBN: 0-415-52840-2
Islamic Economics Islamic economics : theories and market structure by Shafiq Alvi, AmerAl-Roubaie 486 Pages, Published 2013 by Taylor & Francis Group ISBN-13: 978-0-415-52841-2, ISBN: 0-415-52841-0