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61. Reaching Muslims For Christ by William Saal | |
Paperback: 223
Pages
(1993-02-09)
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Reaching Muslims for Christ
Christian Outreach to Muslims--From a Pro!
good book for beginning to understand Muslims
Great Resource:For Information or for Ministry This book is best understood by someone has already spent some time in dialoguing with Muslims.It helps the Christian to understand the problems in communication between us both.Unlike many other books, at no time do the authors go into a "bashing" session of Islam, but present it as fairly and accurately as possible.They DO NOT hide the fact that they do not believe Islam to be "the true religion", but they do not disparage Muslims as a whole or their prophet. Questions for reflection & meditation are at the end of each chapter which are very useful in preparation for ministry to Muslims and an extensive list of sources is given in the book, as well, for further study. Overall well-written and very informative.
Christ for Christians Haven't we been this direction before?After 1400 years of the Islamic doctrine, we should all be a little more informed that Christ (Messiah) is ALREADY known and revered by Muslims thru-out the world.In fact, Jesus has been around for Islam long before the evangelical right discovered him. The author does little to enhance Christian intellect.May he also be reminded that Jesus had "other sheep" which "are not of (their) the fold". ... Read more |
62. Being Young and Muslim: New Cultural Politics in the Global South and North (Religion and Global Politics) by Linda Herrera, Asef Bayat | |
Paperback: 448
Pages
(2010-08-19)
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63. Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story by Hena Khan | |
Hardcover: 32
Pages
(2008-09-01)
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The Night of the Moon
South Asian Muslim observances beautifully depicted
Beautiful book, very well written - great for reading aloud to your kids' class to commemorate Eid
From a Persian-Indian-American-Muslim-Hindu-Unitarian Household
Wonderful story |
64. Being Muslim the Bosnian Way by Tone Bringa | |
Paperback: 288
Pages
(1995-10-30)
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Editorial Review Product Description Thus begins Tone Bringa's moving ethnographic account of Bosnian Muslims' lives in a rural village located near Sarajevo. Although they represent a majority of the population in the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bosnian Muslims are still members of a minority culture in the region that was once Yugoslavia. The question of ethno- national identity has become paramount in this society, and the author focuses on religion as the defining characteristic of identity. Bringa pays particular attention to the roles that women play in defining Muslim identities, and she examines the importance of the household as a Muslim identity sphere. In so doing, she illuminates larger issues of what constitutes "nationality." This is a gripping and heartfelt account of a community that has been torn apart by ethno-political conflict. It will attract readers of all backgrounds who want to learn more about one of the most intractable wars of the late twentieth century and the people who have been so tragically affected. Customer Reviews (4)
Excellent description of Bosnian Muslims
an extremely useful work
A unique book that is well worth reading
An excellent case study of interethnic relations |
65. Breaking the Islam Code: Understanding the Soul Questions of Every Muslim by J.D. Greear | |
Paperback: 176
Pages
(2010-02-01)
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Editorial Review Product Description World events won’t let North Americans ignore Muslims anymore. Whether those Muslims are villagers in Iraq or neighbors down the street, Breaking the Islam Code offers everyday Christians profound insight into the way Muslims think and feel. J.D. Greear’s ability to communicate challenging heart truth, plus his expertise in Christian and Islamic theology and two years’ experience in a Muslim-dominated area, make him the perfect author for this empowering, insightful, reader-friendly book. It transcends traditional apologetics, focusing on helping Christians Readers will be excited that sharing Christ with Muslims is something they can do—as everyday Christians in their own cities, campuses, and workplaces. Customer Reviews (5)
Good read
Good Overview, but....
Wonderful Resource
I was very touched by the author's story
Foundational |
66. Black Muslim Religion in the Nation of Islam, 1960-1975 by Edward E. Curtis IV | |
Paperback: 256
Pages
(2006-10-30)
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Editorial Review Product Description Considering everything from bean pies to religious cartoons, clothing styles to prayer rituals, Curtis explains how the practice of Islam in the movement included the disciplining and purifying of the black body, the reorientation of African American historical consciousness toward the Muslim world, an engagement with both mainstream Islamic texts and the prophecies of Elijah Muhammad, and the development of a holistic approach to political, religious, and social liberation. Curtis's analysis pushes beyond essentialist ideas about what it means to be Muslim and promotes a view of the importance of local processes in identity formation and appropriations of Islamic traditions. |
67. Muslims in the West after 9/11: Religion, Politics and Law (Routledge Studies in Liberty and Security) | |
Hardcover: 264
Pages
(2010-01-21)
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Editorial Review Product Description This book is the first systematic attempt to study the situation of European and American Muslims after 9/11, and to present a comprehensive analysis of their religious, political, and legal situations. Since 9/11, and particularly since the Madrid and London bombings of 2004 and 2005, the Muslim presence in Europe and the United States has become a major political concern. Many have raised questions regarding potential links between Western Muslims, radical Islam, and terrorism. Whatever the justification of such concerns, it is insufficient to address the subject of Muslims in the West from an exclusively counter-terrorist perspective. Based on empirical studies of Muslims in the US and Western Europe, this edited volume posits the situation of Muslim minorities in a broader reflection on the status of liberalism in Western foreign policies. It also explores the changes in immigration policies, multiculturalism and secularism that have been shaped by the new international context of the ‘war on terror’. This book will be of great interest to students of Critical Security Studies, Islamic Studies, Sociology and Political Science in general. Jocelyne Cesari is an Associate at Harvard’s Center for Middle Eastern Studies and the Center for European Studies, teaching at Harvard Divinity School and the Government Department, specializing in Islam and the Middle East. |
68. Everyday Life in the Muslim Middle East: Second Edition | |
Paperback: 352
Pages
(2002-01)
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Editorial Review Product Description "[An] extremely interesting and innovative study which, in its own way, successfully challenges the pervasive misperception of the Middle East simply as a conflict-prone region."--Journal of Islamic Studies ". . . provides useful background reading for introductory courses to everyday history of the Middle East."--Journal of Palestine Studies " . . . presents a grassroots look at what it is like to actually live in the Muslim Middle East . . . from Aghanistan and Iran to Morocco.[It] shows how religion is an important part, but not the sole part, of these people's lives."--Middle East Insight Newly revised and updated to reflect recent changes in Middle East politics and society, the 35 stories, poems, and essays in this anthology will engage students and scholars of this vast and complex region. |
69. Mecca and Main Street: Muslim Life in America after 9/11 by Geneive Abdo | |
Paperback: 256
Pages
(2007-08-10)
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Not a Comprehensive View - not even Close.
Much needed addition to the body of books about Islam
Best yet on American Muslims since 9-11
She deserves lots of credit
Mildly interesting. |
70. Lost History: The Enduring Legacy of Muslim Scientists, Thinkers, and Artists by Michael H. Morgan | |
Paperback: 320
Pages
(2008-06-17)
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A good introduction to the influence of the Muslim civilization on today's world
Much Needed
Good Facts but Poorly Embellished and Interpreted
Overblown and fanciful
Excellent treatise of Muslim scientist, thinkers, and artists |
71. Islam: What Non-Muslims Should Know (Facets) by John Kaltner | |
Paperback: 80
Pages
(2003-03)
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Western Misconceptions About Islam Swept Away
Good for introduction Secondly, contrary to the review made below, Islam did abolish slavery using a very clever system. It did not suddenly prohibit slavery since the Quran is a very realistic book. It would be extremely difficult to abolish all slavery at once. Therefore, the Quranin a brilliant maneuver gradually abolished it by giving mothers and thier new born children complete freedom. BY this, little by little, slavery was soon abolished and those Muslims who chose to enslave were clearly against the laws. Critics tend to act as if the Bible itself stictly forbids slavery. The Quran treats freeing a slave as one of the best deeds to do in one's life. Prophet Muhammad(pbuh) and his companion, Abu Bakr, used thier own money to buy slaves and then subsequently free them. This idea that "oh Islam encourages slavery" is just another misconception intentionally brought out by self-centered egomaniacs who are hellbent on distorting the truth. Anyway getting back to the book. It does feature some important aspects of Islam. But doubt whether this, of all books, would be the most recommended. Get either "The complete idiot's guide to Understand Islam" or "Islam: The straight path" by John Esposito.
Great book for those with no Islamic background.
Omits a discussion of slavery and wife beating |
72. The New Crusades: Constructing the Muslim Enemy | |
Paperback: 400
Pages
(2003-11)
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Editorial Review Product Description Not since the Crusades of the Middle Ages has Islam evoked the degree of fear, hostility, and ethnic and religious stereotyping that is evident throughout Western culture today. As conflicts continue to proliferate around the globe, the perception of a colossal, unyielding, and unavoidable struggle between Islam and the West has intensified. These numerous conflicts, both actual and ideological, have revived fears of an ongoing "clash of civilizations" -- an intractable and irreconcilable conflict of values between Western cultures and an Islam that is portrayed as hostile and alien. The New Crusades takes head-on the idea of an emergent "Cold War" between Islam and the West. It explores the historical, political, and institutional forces that have raised the specter of a threatening and monolithic Muslim enemy and provides a nuanced critique of much received wisdom on the topic, particularly the "clash of civilizations" theory. Bringing together twelve of the most influential thinkers in Middle Eastern and religious studies -- including Edward Said, Roy Mottahedeh, and Fatema Mernissi -- this timely collection confronts such depictions of the Arab-Islamic world, showing their inner workings and how they both empower and shield from scrutiny Islamic radicals who operate from similar paradigms of inevitable and absolute conflict. Customer Reviews (6)
A must-read
Nice Muslims
An average book
An impressive achievement
Necessary antidote for reading on Islam or the US "Crusade" |
73. 1001 Inventions: Muslim Heritage in Our World | |
Hardcover:
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(2007)
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disappointing
The Golden Days of Islamic History
Excellent Reference and Insight into History of Science |
74. The Arts of the Muslim Knight: The Furusiyya Art Foundation Collection by Bashir Mohamed | |
Hardcover: 416
Pages
(2008-09-23)
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Highly recommended!
Marvelous resource |
75. Democracy in Muslim Societies (Orf Studies in Contemporary Muslim Societies) by Zoya Hasan | |
Hardcover: 272
Pages
(2007-10-09)
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76. Woman in the Muslim Unconscious (Athene Series) by Fatna A. Sabbah, Fatna Ait Sabbah | |
Paperback: 132
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(1984-11)
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The Caged Islamic Woman
The Muslim Caged Woman |
77. A Vanished World: Muslims, Christians, and Jews in Medieval Spain by Chris Lowney | |
Paperback: 352
Pages
(2006-09-14)
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Thought-provoking, well-written, and remarkably balanced
History
Narrow Focus, Excellent Results
An approachable good read
A Vanished world |
78. American Muslim Women: Negotiating Race, Class, and Gender within the Ummah (Religion, Race, and Ethnicity) by Jamillah Karim | |
Paperback: 224
Pages
(2008-12-01)
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Editorial Review Product Description African American Muslims and South Asian Muslim immigrants are two of the largest ethnic Muslim groups in the U.S. Yet there are few sites in which African Americans and South Asian immigrants come together, and South Asians are often held up as a "model minority" against African Americans. However, the American ummah, or American Muslim community, stands as a unique site for interethnic solidarity in a time of increased tensions between native-born Americans and immigrants. This ethnographic study of African American and South Asian immigrant Muslims in Chicago and Atlanta explores how Islamic ideals of racial harmony and equality create hopeful possibilities in an American society that remains challenged by race and class inequalities. The volume focuses on women who, due to gender inequalities, are sometimes more likely to move outside of their ethnic Muslim spaces and interact with other Muslim ethnic groups in search of gender justice. American Muslim Women explores the relationships and sometimes alliances between African Americans and South Asian immigrants, drawing on interviews with a diverse group of women from these two communities. Karim investigates what it means to negotiate religious sisterhood against America's race and class hierarchies, and how those in the American Muslim community both construct and cross ethnic boundaries. American Muslim Women reveals the ways in which multiple forms of identity frame the American Muslim experience, in some moments reinforcing ethnic boundaries, and at other times, resisting them. Customer Reviews (1)
Great read! |
79. The Muslim Jesus: Sayings and Stories in Islamic Literature (Convergences: Inventories of the Present) | |
Paperback: 256
Pages
(2003-04-30)
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Editorial Review Product Description Tarif Khalidi's introduction and commentaries place the sayings and stories in their historical context, showing how and why this "gospel" arose and the function it served within Muslim devotion. The Jesus that emerges here is a compelling figure of deep and life-giving spirituality. The sayings and stories, some 300 in number and arranged in chronological order, show us how the image of this Jesus evolved throughout a millennium of Islamic history. Customer Reviews (14)
The Muslim Jesus
What every Christian should know
A sad analysis of the Muslim JESUS
A good collection of Jesus' sayings from Islamic sources
An Excellent Collection |
80. Rethinking Muslim Women and the Veil: Challenging Historical & Modern Stereotypes by Katherine Bullock | |
Paperback: 320
Pages
(2002-01-02)
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Editorial Review Product Description The author argues that in a culture of consumerism, the hijâb can be experienced as a liberation from the tyranny of the beauty myth and the thin "ideal" woman. In dispelling some widely held myths about Muslim women and the hijâb, the author introduces respectability to the voice of believing Muslim women, claiming that liberation and the equality of women are fundamental to Islam itself. Customer Reviews (3)
You think you're modern?
interesting and thorough
A Fresh, Intelligent Approach to a Complex Topic Rethinking Muslim Women and the Veil by Katherine Bullock is a valuable addition to the voices of Muslim women writing about the issue most immediate and peculiar to their life: Veil. Broadly, we can divide the recent literature in English about Islam and women into two categories: first, that produced by Muslim activists and scholars in the West who defend or present the Islamic position, and read primarily by the activist or traditional Muslims; second, that produced by the Western academicians, intellectuals and feminists or Muslims who are thoroughly Westernized. The two types of literature remain almost mutually exclusive and isolated. The first kind of literature only marginally or very generally addresses the challenges, threats and questions posed by the second kind of literature to the Islamic position about women. Some of it is apologetic, compromising and adaptationist, but largely it is straightforward and simple, and at times, even simplistic. While innumerable books about Islam and women have mushroomed in the contemporary Western as well as Islamic world, lately, a new tradition of Western Muslim women writers has emerged that attempts to combine the two traditions. Some of these works could be regarded as academic and scholarly from the Western viewpoint, and Dr. Bullock's present work is one such work. According to her self-description, she writes "as a practicing Muslim woman," who embraces a certain kind of "feminism" (p. xvii). Her aim is to defend Hijab in the Western intellectual world and "to break the equation: `modernity equals unveil'"(p.xxi). The book first presents and analyzes different views about Hijab among the Muslim women from different backgrounds, all of whom are in one way or other concerned about women's rights and want to transcend the traditional house-bound image of women. On one hand, in order to present the real inside story of Hijab, she interviews several Muslim women in the West, most of whom practice Islam and wear Hijab. On the other, she presents an in-depth critique of the infamous books of Moroccan secular feminist Fatima Mernissi whose pernicious condemnation of Hijab as well as the Islamic tradition is hailed and quoted widely in the West as an authority. In the end, the author synthesized these viewpoints and concludes with an alternative theory of Hijab that challenges the unfair stereotypes in the West as well as what she calls the "oppressive tradition" in the Muslim world. In an insightful classification of the Western views about the Muslim women, she divides them into three types: the pop culture view of oppressed Muslim women perpetrated by the Western politicians and demagogues for the consumption of popular ignorant culture and that serves to justify interventionist and imperialist policies every now and then. The second is the dominant trend of "liberal feminism" prevalent in the liberal academia and among the feminists. The third trend within the academia is a fresh approach embraced by some historians and anthropologists who emphasize understanding the Muslim culture in its own terms and seek to avoid the Western Orientalist prejudices and labels. The author calls this third approach the "contextual approach" and claims to belong to it (p. xvii). The author hails a new Hijab movement among the Muslim women across the Muslim world that is growing and resisting against the backdrop of both oppressions of modernity as well as tradition. On one hand, the Muslim women are withstanding the bans of Hijab and violations of basic rights in Muslim countries like Tunisia and Turkey and in the West like in France, and on the other they are seeking to eliminate the erosion of women's rights in the Muslim world at the hands of rigid tradition, extremist clerics and the ignorant masses. "There are those, including myself," she says, "who see the Quran and the Sunnah, and the first community as equality and justice for women and men" but she laments "the way of life distorted by the cultural accretions over the last 1400 years." She sees the kind of complete seclusion of women that keeps them from participating in the society, workforce, politics and education as an "oppressive tradition of the past." ... Read more |
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