Sharia Law (Noun)
Meaning
The code of law derived from the Koran and from the teachings and example of Mohammed; "sharia is only applicable to Muslims"; "under Islamic law there is no separation of church and state".
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The implementation of sharia law in the country has been a subject of debate for many years.
- In some countries, sharia law is used in conjunction with civil law to govern society.
- Sharia law is only applicable to Muslims, and those who choose not to follow it may be subject to certain penalties.
- Critics argue that sharia law is incompatible with modern values of democracy and human rights.
- The study of sharia law involves the analysis of the Koran and the Hadith to understand the teachings of Mohammed.