Financing the Development of Old Waqf Properties: Classical Principles and Innovative Practices Around the World

by Mohammed Obaidullah, Syed Othman Alhabshi, Shaikh Hamzah Abdul Razak, et al.

This book presents successful case studies in Muslim and Muslim minority countries that have revolutionized the redevelopment of idle waqf properties into productive land trusts. The revival of this institution over the last two decades shows the growing optimism in galvanizing the socioeconomic role of waqf by adopting its flexible shariah measures. Innovative ways of financing redevelopment allow Muslims to extend these roles to include new beneficiaries...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1137581271
• ISBN13: 9781137581273
• Release Date: October 2016
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 267 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.2" x 8.6"