This book investigates the complex legal and societal challenges posed by the integration of Muslim populations into predominantly non-Muslim European nations. It examines how the presence of Islam, viewed as a fundamentally different worldview, compels liberal states to re-evaluate their own principles and legal frameworks. The work presents essays on the legal systems of key European countries alongside discussions of broader issues concerning the impact of Islam on established European legal concepts, questioning the relationship between religion and law at the close of the second millennium.

The book addresses a novel and significant phenomenon in modern Europe: the legal and societal integration of large Muslim populations. It is likely to be of interest to scholars of law, sociology, and religious studies, as well as policymakers grappling with these issues. The comparative approach, examining various European jurisdictions, offers a broad perspective on the challenges and potential solutions. The work prompts a re-evaluation of liberalism and the relationship between state law and religious practice in a multicultural context.