Islamic Philosophy and the Challenge of Post Modernism

Postmodern Openings 2011; 8(8):45-61

18 Pages Posted: 1 Jun 2010 Last revised: 3 May 2012

Date Written: November 1, 2011

Abstract

This paper briefly describes the Post Modernism philosophy, introduces the work of its key proponents, provides a critical appraisal of Post Modernism thought and finally it compares the Post Modernism philosophy with philosophical heritage of Islamic faith and civilization and recommends ways to cope up with the challenge of post modernism.

Keywords: Post Modernism, Sociology, Philosophy, History, Islamic Civilization, Modernism, Enlightenment, Globalization

JEL Classification: A12, A13, A14, B52

Suggested Citation

Shaikh, Salman Ahmed, Islamic Philosophy and the Challenge of Post Modernism (November 1, 2011). Postmodern Openings 2011; 8(8):45-61, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1618191 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.1618191

Salman Ahmed Shaikh (Contact Author)

Islamic Economics Project ( email )

Karachi, Sindh
Pakistan

HOME PAGE: http://www.islamiceconomicsproject.com

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