Autor: Dr. Clinton Bennett

This text traces the growth and development of two related disciplines, anthropology and the study of religions. Locating these disciplines within the intellectual climate of the 19th century, the st …

This study explores different understandings of the Prophet to understand why his name, memory, and example are universally revered by Muslims. …

Can democracy flourish in Muslim society? What does the Qur“an say about women, minorities, human rights? Are Islam and the West on a collision course? After 9/11, much has been written about the in …

Post 9/11, sales of translations of the Qur“an have greatly increased. Students and general readers alike are increasingly interested in the sacred writings of Islam. But the Qur“an can often make …

This volume in the Studying World Religions series is an essential guide to the study of the Islamic faith. Clearly structured to cover all the major areas of study, including historical foundations, …

Often described as the soul of Islam, Sufism is one of the most interesting yet least known facet of this global religion. Sufism is the softer more inclusive and mystical form of Islam. Although mil …

Five women have served as leaders of Muslim countries, namely Megawati Sukarnoputri (Vice President of Indonesia, 1991-2001 and President 2002-4), Benazir Bhutto (PM of Pakistan, 1988-90 and 1993-6), …

The Bloomsbury Companion to Islamic Studies is a comprehensive one volume reference guide to Islam and study in this area. A team of leading international scholars – Muslim and non-Muslim – cover imp …

For centuries Christians and Muslims have engaged with each other in manifold ways, peaceful and otherwise, be it in scholarly study, or in war and colonization. Today, Christians represent an influe …

Often described as the soul of Islam, Sufism is one of the most interesting yet least known facet of this global religion. Sufism is the softer more inclusive and mystical form of Islam. Although mil …

The Bloomsbury Companion to Islamic Studies is a comprehensive one volume reference guide to Islam and study in this area. A team of leading international scholars – Muslim and non-Muslim – cover imp …