Rethinking Sharia Law in Britain
The term Sharia law often strikes fear, and people, especially in Britain, are afraid that Sharia law might take over.
In his recent speech at the United Nations, US President Donald Trump declared,
‘London wants to go to Sharia law.’These remarks highlight the enduring persistence of common myths around Sharia law.
Aside from the US President, many have voiced their concerns on the world stage and in the media regarding Sharia law. The very word Sharia can ignite an unparalleled devotion in some, whilst invoking fear or even hatred in others.
The term Sharia finds its roots in the Arabic verb Shara’a, which is linked to the idea of a divinely ordained path, according to the Hans Wehr Arabic Dictionary. Defined literally, the term means
‘the path leading to the water’.
Author's summary: Rethinking Sharia Law in Britain to dispel common myths.