The supposedly unique impact of Islamic culture on democracy has been debated by various scholars. While some argue that it has a deleterious effect, others explain why its effect is not any more negative than other r...The supposedly unique impact of Islamic culture on democracy has been debated by various scholars. While some argue that it has a deleterious effect, others explain why its effect is not any more negative than other religions. Some even argue that there is no reason to assume Islam has a negative impact on democracy at all. The results of empirical studies are equally confusing. While some support the negative view of Islam, others actually demonstrate its positive effect on democracy. This article contributes to this debate by focusing its attention on the often-neglected distinction between electoral and liberal democracies, comparing Islamic societies with the rest of the world. Its findings demonstrate that the religion of Islam cannot be used to explain the seeming lack of the growth of democracy among Islamic societies.展开更多
Global modernity,mobility and movement stand as characteristic features that are shaping current times.Marking and challenging the notion of identity,whether cultural,religious,or political,on a daily basis,is movemen...Global modernity,mobility and movement stand as characteristic features that are shaping current times.Marking and challenging the notion of identity,whether cultural,religious,or political,on a daily basis,is movement from nation to nation,region to region,city to city.Individuals and groups are overcoming and crossing geographical borders and cultural differences for study,tourism,lifestyle,or even to start a new life with their children.Thus,identity can be challenged and redefined,resulting in a hybrid identity.The concept of interiors,especially domestic interiors,while people are moving and stopping has changed and is still changing.This case study was based in the city of Glasgow in the UK,where a qualitative approach was adopted for the study of 20 Arab Muslim participants.Semi-structured interviews were conducted within their current private houses in Glasgow.展开更多
Based on the Quran and the Hadith,Islamic ethical norms play an important role in the coordination of social relations.It mainly refers to coordinating the relationship between individuals,the relationship between ind...Based on the Quran and the Hadith,Islamic ethical norms play an important role in the coordination of social relations.It mainly refers to coordinating the relationship between individuals,the relationship between individuals and society,the relationship between Muslim individuals and society,taking on social responsibilities and duties and functioning as a spiritual power for the Muslims in their subsistence.展开更多
The China-Indonesia Islamic Culture Expo and Art Show 2010 was held in Indonesia on July 23-25.With the theme of Peace,Friendship, Cooperation and Progress,the event also commemorated the 60th
文摘The supposedly unique impact of Islamic culture on democracy has been debated by various scholars. While some argue that it has a deleterious effect, others explain why its effect is not any more negative than other religions. Some even argue that there is no reason to assume Islam has a negative impact on democracy at all. The results of empirical studies are equally confusing. While some support the negative view of Islam, others actually demonstrate its positive effect on democracy. This article contributes to this debate by focusing its attention on the often-neglected distinction between electoral and liberal democracies, comparing Islamic societies with the rest of the world. Its findings demonstrate that the religion of Islam cannot be used to explain the seeming lack of the growth of democracy among Islamic societies.
文摘Global modernity,mobility and movement stand as characteristic features that are shaping current times.Marking and challenging the notion of identity,whether cultural,religious,or political,on a daily basis,is movement from nation to nation,region to region,city to city.Individuals and groups are overcoming and crossing geographical borders and cultural differences for study,tourism,lifestyle,or even to start a new life with their children.Thus,identity can be challenged and redefined,resulting in a hybrid identity.The concept of interiors,especially domestic interiors,while people are moving and stopping has changed and is still changing.This case study was based in the city of Glasgow in the UK,where a qualitative approach was adopted for the study of 20 Arab Muslim participants.Semi-structured interviews were conducted within their current private houses in Glasgow.
文摘Based on the Quran and the Hadith,Islamic ethical norms play an important role in the coordination of social relations.It mainly refers to coordinating the relationship between individuals,the relationship between individuals and society,the relationship between Muslim individuals and society,taking on social responsibilities and duties and functioning as a spiritual power for the Muslims in their subsistence.
文摘The China-Indonesia Islamic Culture Expo and Art Show 2010 was held in Indonesia on July 23-25.With the theme of Peace,Friendship, Cooperation and Progress,the event also commemorated the 60th
