Islamic attitudes are of increasing concern to the Western world and environmental issues claim much attention as well. Perhaps, though, few non-Muslims realise that there is a distinctive Islamic contribution to the environmental debate; consequently, it provides a much needed Islamic input into the world-wide process of consultation on the future of the planet. Born from the 1992 Earth Summit, this book is a major account of Islam's contribution to the environmental debate. Dr Izzi Dien views the topic from historical, theological, philosophical, legal and ethical perspectives, examining such aspects as the Quranic doctrine of Creation, human responsibility and the actions of governments. His conclusions will not only be an invaluable submission to ecological groups but enlighten the general public, both inside and outside the Islamic community, about Muslim teaching on this area. The Environmental Dimensions of Islam is an important book, touching on issues of community, empowerment and culture. It will challenge those of all faiths and none to reconsider their attitudes towards both the Islamic and the natural world.
The answer has to be in the negative because the valuer's interest is shaped by a
predetermined set of notions and concepts, which in Islam is seen to be inspired
by an external Divine power. Thirdly, Islam cannot accept 'the species
assumption', a thesis in which it is 'assumed' that the valuers are human. This is
because Islam 'assumes' that the valuer is not a member of a particular species
but the Creator of all species. Finally the 'human interest' based theory must also
be ...
