John Louis Esposito Bücher

Das Grundwissen zum Islam, erklärt von einem renommierten Experten Hatte Mohammed mehrere Frauen? Glauben Muslime an Engel? Und was sagt der Islam zu Homosexualität? Fragen dieser Art haben wir uns alle schon gestellt. Die Antworten darauf gibt uns John L. Esposito in seinem aktuellen Buch. Außergewöhnlich ist der gelungene Aufbau in Form von Frage und Antwort. Über die Geschichte des Islam, seine kulturellen Hintergründe und über die Neuzeit wird klar und deutlich informiert. Ein passender Einstieg für jeden, für den Islam kein Fremdwort bleiben soll.

Das Buch beleuchtet die Integration der Mehrheit der Muslime in Deutschland und deren Streben nach Freiheit und wirtschaftlicher Teilhabe, ähnlich wie in Industrienationen. Es basiert auf einer umfassenden Gallup-Studie, die Vorurteile abbaut und einen realistischen Einblick in die Werte und Einstellungen von 1,3 Milliarden Muslime weltweit bietet.

The book explores how global change is reshaping the traditional role of the state in international relations, emphasizing the impact of economic and technological advancements alongside the spread of Western consumerist values. It highlights the often-overlooked consequences for religion, examining how these changes affect not just institutions but also collective values and beliefs, offering a nuanced perspective on the intersection of globalization and spirituality.

In this brilliant portrait of Islam today—and tomorrow—John L. Esposito draws on a lifetime of thought and research to sweep away the negative stereotypes and provide an accurate, richly nuanced, and revelatory account of the fastest growing religion in the world. Recent decades have brought extraordinary changes in the Muslim world, and in addressing all of these issues, Esposito paints a complex picture of Islam in all its diversity—a picture of urgent importance as we face the challenges of the coming century.

The book offers a comprehensive overview of Islam, exploring its teachings and practices from their inception to modern-day interpretations. Renowned expert John L. Esposito examines the evolution of the religion and its significant influence on global history and politics, providing readers with insights into the complexities and richness of Islamic faith and culture.

The exploration of the contributions is made with regards to the title in hand by the thought and practice of the global movement associated with the Turkish Muslim scholar Fethullah Gulen. The importance and distinctiveness of teaching of Gulen and the practice of the movement is that it is rooted in a confident Turkish Islamic heritage while being fully engaged with modernity. It offers the possibility of a contextualised renewal of Islam for Muslims in the modern world while being fully rooted in the teachings of the Qu'ran and the Sunnah of the Prophet. It advocates the freedom of religion while making an Islamic contribution to the wider society based on a commitment to service of others.

Based on the largest ever study of its kind, this book is the first to present the fascinating findings of the Gallup Poll of the Muslim World.

This book analyzes the nature of the relationship between religion and politics by using democracy in the Muslim world and the phenomenon of the Arab Spring as a case study.

This edition places the challenge of Islam in critical perspective. Exploring the vitality of this religion as a global force, and the history of its relations with the West, it demonstrates the diversity of Islamic resurgence, and the mistakes analysts make in assuming a hostile, monolithic Islam.

Addressing the complex issues surrounding the Islamic world post-September 11, 2001, this insightful book provides clear answers to pressing questions. Written by a prominent expert, it delves into the factors that contribute to misunderstandings and conflicts, offering a nuanced perspective that aims to foster better comprehension of Islam and its diverse cultures.