In today’s world, Shariah law frequently takes the forefront of international headlines as a symbol of Islamic oppression and terrorism. The sensitivities surrounding this issue have divided populations with a polarizing effect. Some Western nations and states have even gone to the extent of passing legislation against Shariah law. In his speech addressing IRIS (Inter-Religious Council in Suriname) entitled Shariah Relationship between Religion & Politics in Islam, Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad^(rh) analyzes the complexities of im...