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Baber Johansen is a Faculty Associate (emeritus) at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs and a Professor of Islamic Studies, Emeritus, at Harvard Divinity School. He specializes in the interdisciplinary analysis of the relationship between religion and law, exploring both classical and modern Muslim worlds. His research encompasses religious texts, legal frameworks, and the dynamics of faith in various socio-political contexts. Johansen has been influential in interdisciplinary dialogue, contextualizing Islamic Studies within broader discussions of international affairs and human rights. His academic contributions shed light on the complexities of theological interpretations and their impact on contemporary legal systems in Muslim-majority societies.
Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).