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“Shariah 101: What is it and why do states want to ban it?”

By EditorUpdated on Feb 20, 2017. Posted on Aug 15, 2013

This July 25, 2013, explainer from the Religion News Service answers common questions about Shariah.

Website http://www.religionnews.com/2013/07/25/shariah-101-what-is-it-and-why-do-states-want-to-ban-it/
CategoriesBeliefs & practices, Church & state, Law & courts
FaithsIslam
LanguagesEnglish
Tags: justice, religious freedom

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