A Peaceful Jihad: Negotiating Identity and Modernity in Muslim Java (Contemporary Anthropology of Religion)
In A Peaceful Jihad, R. Lukens-Bull explores how Muslims in Java negotiate their identities amid modernity. This anthropological study reveals the peaceful dimensions of jihad, emphasizing cultural adaptation and religious harmony in contemporary Indonesia. It provides a thoughtful examination of faith's role in social evolution.
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A Peaceful Jihad examines the negotiation of identity and modernity within Muslim communities in Java. Drawing from contemporary anthropological perspectives on religion, it highlights how peaceful interpretations of jihad foster social harmony.
The book focuses on the cultural and religious practices that allow Muslims in Java to balance tradition with modern influences. It provides insights into the everyday lives and belief systems of these communities.
Through fieldwork and analysis, the author illustrates the role of religion in shaping personal and collective identities in a rapidly changing world. This work contributes to understanding Islam's diverse expressions beyond conflict narratives.
Overall, it offers a nuanced view of how modernity is embraced within Islamic frameworks in Southeast Asia.
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