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In this rich account of a Muslim society in highland Sumatra, Indonesia, John Bowen describes how men and women debate among themselves ideas of what Islam is and should beas it pertains to all areas of their lives, from work to worship. Whereas many previous anthropological studies have concentrated on the purely local aspects of culture, this book captures and analyzes the tension between the local and universal in everyday life. Current religious differences among the Gayo stem from debates between 'traditionalist' and 'modernist' scholars that began in the 1930s, and reveal themselves in the ways Gayo discuss and perform worship, sacrifice, healing, and rites of birth and death, all within an Islamic framework.Bowen considers the power these debates accord to language, especially in arguments over spells, rites of farming, hunting, and healing. Moreover, he traces in these debates a general conception of transacting with spirits that has shaped Gayo practices of sacrifice, worship, and aiding the dead. Bowen concludes by examining the development of competing religious ideas in the highlands, the alternative ritual forms and ideas they have promulgated, and the implications of this phenomenon for the emergence of an Islamic public sphere.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Muslims through Discourse'? A: 'Muslims through Discourse' by John Bowen focuses on the debates within a Muslim society in highland Sumatra, Indonesia, exploring how men and women negotiate their understanding of Islam in various aspects of their lives.
- Q: What unique perspective does this book offer compared to other anthropological studies? A: Unlike many anthropological studies that focus on purely local cultural aspects, this book analyzes the interplay between local traditions and universal Islamic principles in the daily lives of the Gayo people.
- Q: How does the author examine the role of language in religious debates? A: John Bowen discusses the significance of language in the Gayo community's debates over religious practices, highlighting how it influences their discussions on spells, rites, and interactions with spirits.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in the book? A: Key themes in 'Muslims through Discourse' include the tension between traditionalist and modernist viewpoints in Islam, the impact of debates on religious practices, and the emergence of an Islamic public sphere in the highlands.
- Q: What is the item condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Muslims through Discourse'? A: The author of the book is John R. Bowen, a noted anthropologist.
- Q: When was 'Muslims through Discourse' published? A: 'Muslims through Discourse' was published on April 19, 1993.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 376 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Muslims through Discourse' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Muhammed'.