First Principles of Islamic Economics

by Abul A'la Maududi and Sayyid Abul A'la Maududi

Abul A'la Mawdudi laid down the foundations of modern Islamic economics. Drawing upon Islamic sources, Mawdudi spelled out a new paradigm for economic analysis and policy, wherein economic pursuits take place in the context of moral values and are directed towards the achievement of personal and social objectives. Integral to this approach is the concept of an interest-free economy that attempts to make efficiency and equity inseparable and interdependent...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0860374920
• ISBN13: 9780860374923
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: Islamic Foundation
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.3"