Islam, Revival, and Reform - Redefining Tradition for the Twenty-First Century

"This edited volume examines the 18th century roots of the often-troubled marriage of politics and religion in the Muslim world and their impact on contemporary developments, including the globalization of Islam in the 21st century"--

About the author

Natana J. DeLong-Bas is associate professor of the practice in theology at Boston College. She is the author of numerous books, including Islam: A Living Faith and Notable Muslims: Muslim Builders of World Civilizations and Culture.

Summary

Rooted in the world historical methodology of John O. Voll, this collection brings together a diverse group of scholars to investigate the ongoing impact of revival and reform movements beginning in the eighteenth century and continuing through to the present.

Product details

• Authors: Natana J. Delong-Bas
• Assisted by: Natana J Delong-Bas (Editor), Natana J. Delong-Bas (Editor)
• Publisher: Syracuse University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.10.2021
• EAN: 9780815637509
• ISBN: 978-0-8156-3750-9
• No. of pages: 280
• Series: Modern Intellectual and Politi; Modern Intellectual and Political History of the Middle East
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Other religions; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories