Bibliograph

Voices of modern Islam, what it means to be Muslim today, Declan Henry ; foreword by Dr Taj Hargey

Type

Label

Voices of modern Islam, what it means to be Muslim today, Declan Henry ; foreword by Dr Taj Hargey

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Voices of modern Islam

Nature of contents

dictionariesbibliography

Oclc number

1017586757

Responsibility statement

Declan Henry ; foreword by Dr Taj Hargey

Sub title

what it means to be Muslim today

Summary

Raising awareness of what Islam is, as well as deepening understanding about the lived realities of Muslim people, this book explores the contemporary Muslim experience through first-hand interviews with over a hundred Muslims.Exploring key issues such as women and Islam, extremism and radicalisation, Sharia Law, homosexuality and Islamophobia, the book looks deep into what it means to be Muslim today. The 'voices' of Muslims are showcased throughout the book to highlight the diversity and evolution of Islam, and to show its inherent complexities and contradictions. This is an easy and accessible introduction to Islam combined with discussion surrounding several contentious issues associated with the religion

Table Of Contents

Being Muslim -- The Prophet and Islam: a brief history -- The essence of Islam -- Women and Islam -- Sharia law -- Sex, arranged marriages and sexuality -- Converts -- Extremism and radicalisation -- Anti-Muslim prejudice -- Other thoughts and opinions

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