Diplomacy: theory & practice in Islam

This book tries to elaborate on Islamic theories of diplomacy according to the practices and patterns set by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his Companions. The theories include: the universal characteristics of Islam and the meaning and principles of diplomacy in Islam. A special attention...

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Main Author: Wang, Yong Bao (Ahmed Musa)
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Language:English
Published: IIUM Press 2009
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description This book tries to elaborate on Islamic theories of diplomacy according to the practices and patterns set by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his Companions. The theories include: the universal characteristics of Islam and the meaning and principles of diplomacy in Islam. A special attention is given to jihiid and the peaceful relations towards others. It is affirmed that the central theme in the Islamic external relations is PEACE. The book discusses some important issues, such as the necessary characteristics of diplomats and their functions during times of war and peace. Moreover, it elaborates applying diplomatic ways and means, providing privileges and immunities, conducting negotiations and concluding treaties in the field of international relations. The book also deals with some important traditional concepts, like dhimmah, amiin etc. The author has elucidated these concepts by discussing the arguments of the Muslim jurists and other experts in International Relations.
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spelling iium-2192011-06-22T08:59:37Z http://irep.iium.edu.my/219/ Diplomacy: theory & practice in Islam Wang, Yong Bao (Ahmed Musa) JX International law This book tries to elaborate on Islamic theories of diplomacy according to the practices and patterns set by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his Companions. The theories include: the universal characteristics of Islam and the meaning and principles of diplomacy in Islam. A special attention is given to jihiid and the peaceful relations towards others. It is affirmed that the central theme in the Islamic external relations is PEACE. The book discusses some important issues, such as the necessary characteristics of diplomats and their functions during times of war and peace. Moreover, it elaborates applying diplomatic ways and means, providing privileges and immunities, conducting negotiations and concluding treaties in the field of international relations. The book also deals with some important traditional concepts, like dhimmah, amiin etc. The author has elucidated these concepts by discussing the arguments of the Muslim jurists and other experts in International Relations. IIUM Press 2009 Book PeerReviewed application/pdf en http://irep.iium.edu.my/219/1/Diplomacy-_theory_%26_practice_in_Islam.pdf Wang, Yong Bao (Ahmed Musa) (2009) Diplomacy: theory & practice in Islam. IIUM Press, Kuala Lumpur. ISBN 9789833855971 http://rms.research.iium.edu.my/bookstore/Products/92-diplomacy-theory-practice-in-islam.aspx
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Wang, Yong Bao (Ahmed Musa)
Diplomacy: theory & practice in Islam
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title_short Diplomacy: theory & practice in Islam
title_sort diplomacy: theory & practice in islam
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url http://irep.iium.edu.my/219/
http://irep.iium.edu.my/219/
http://irep.iium.edu.my/219/1/Diplomacy-_theory_%26_practice_in_Islam.pdf