Islam in the Age of Globalization - (Religion in the Modern World) by Asif Mohiuddin (Paperback)
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Highlights
- Globalization has been a central theme in political, economic, cultural, and religious debates since the turn of the century.
- About the Author: Asif Mohiuddin is an Academic Officer in the Faculty of Human Sciences, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia.He is the author of Navigating Religious Authority in Muslim Societies: Islamist Movements and the Challenge of Globalisation, (2023).
- 358 Pages
- Religion + Beliefs, Islam
- Series Name: Religion in the Modern World
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About the Book
Islam in the Age of Globalization explores the complex relationship between Islam and globalization. From challenging prevailing notions to examining historical influences and contemporary perspectives, this book delves into the multifaceted dimensions of Islam's interaction with international forces.Book Synopsis
Globalization has been a central theme in political, economic, cultural, and religious debates since the turn of the century. While some see it as a solution, others consider it the root of our problems. The intensification of cultural and military warfare, and the "West v. the Rest" mentality, fuels a deep-seated ethnocentrism. Religion, meanwhile, faces scrutiny from various fundamentalisms and grand narratives. Many modern Muslim thinkers are skeptical of globalization, perceiving it as a homogenizing force that spreads Western culture and concentrates power among a few nations. They argue that Islam promotes human oneness and provides an intellectual and spiritual framework for a more civilized and universal approach to globalization, opposing the Western-centric hegemonic tendencies.
The goal of this book is to demonstrate that Islam favors globalization in its original, voluntary form, as opposed to the violent imposition of the West on the East. It will examine Muslim responses to globalization and their attempts to find global answers to local problems in their own local, regional, national, and global contexts. Several academic works have explored various aspects of globalization, focusing on tensions and conflicts, such as power politics, religious authority, and legislative issues. However, there is a notable absence of attention given to the Islamic perspective on globalization, including both appreciation and critique. This book addresses this gap by offering not only a Muslim critique of globalization but also a broader framework for understanding Islam's unique perspective on globalization. Does globalization support the inclusivity that Islam advocates? How does Islam fit into the globalization era? What impact and influence may Muslims have on the future of globalization? What unique prospects does globalization provide Muslims and the Islamic faith? Is Islamic revivalism a reaction to globalization? Alternatives to globalization could exist. What kind of structure will the Islamic globalization paradigm have?
In addition to addressing these questions, the book attempts to provide a theoretical framework for Islamic globalization, which incorporates the shuratic practice and the vision of an international community extending beyond the Arabs and non-Arabs. This underscores the importance of historical contexts for contemporary actions and beliefs. In the process the book attempts to extend the debate on Islam and globalization by mapping out the effects of globalization on various aspects of Muslim culture.
Review Quotes
Islam in the Age of Globalization explores facets of the debate on the relevance of Islam and Islamic values to issues of globalization and the emerging global society. Dr. Mohiuddin explores important contributions made by the Islamic traditions to develop a more inclusive social order. The book is important addition to the ongoing debate on the nature and trajectory of globalization and the relevance of Islam to global humanity.
--Louay M. Safi, professor of Politics and Islamic Thought, Hamad Bin Khalifa UniversityAn insightful presentation of Islam's that reviews multifaceted perspectives of traditionalist, reformist, and modernist thinkers as to how Islam is shaping and being shaped by its interaction with the globalized world.
--Mohammad Hashim Kamali, PhD, founding CEO of the International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies (IAIS) MalaysiaIn his work, Dr. Mohiuddin provides a masterful exploration of how global dynamics are reshaping the contours of Islamic thought and practice. The book's nuanced examination of globalization's multifaceted impact on Muslim societies is both timely and profound, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the complex interplay between tradition and modernity. With keen insights into the ideological, cultural and political ramifications of globalization, this work stands as an indispensable resource for scholars, students and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of Islam in the contemporary world.
--Ramazan Bicer, professor of Theology, Sakarya UniversityAbout the Author
Asif Mohiuddin is an Academic Officer in the Faculty of Human Sciences, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia.He is the author of Navigating Religious Authority in Muslim Societies: Islamist Movements and the Challenge of Globalisation, (2023). Previously, he served as a post-doctoral fellow in the Faculty of Theology, Sakarya University, in Turkey from 2021 to 2022. Prior to joining Sakarya University, he worked as a lecturer in the Department of Higher Education, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, India. He received his PhD from the University of Kashmir in 2018. His research interests include globalization and Islam, intersection between politics and religion in the Middle East, human rights law, Islam and the West and Muslim minorities in multicultural societies (Europe and South Asia).
