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Title:Everyday Islam in Kumasi: Devout Lay Men and Women in Daily Life
Author:Clark, GraciaISNI
Year:2006
Language:English
City of publisher:East Lansing, MI
Publisher:African Online Digital Library
Geographic term:Ghana
Subjects:Islam
urban areas
interviews (form)
personal narratives (form)
External link:http://westafricanislam.matrix.msu.edu/kumasi/index.php
Abstract:The Muslim men and women in this gallery live and work in Kumasi, Ghana. They are not professional scholars or teachers, but they are deeply interested in following the principles of Islam. Their interpretations of the requirements and values of their faith influence their behavior at home, with their neighbors and at work as traders and tailors. Muslims are a minority in their city and country, where Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation and indigenous spiritual practices remain popular. The broader community sometimes neglects their interests or discriminates against them, but they continue trying to live a virtuous life and to expand their understanding of the Koran through study groups and discussions. The idea of this website appealed to these individuals as an opportunity to correct distorted perceptions of Islam that they hear are commonly held by foreigners in the United States and Europe. By seeing and hearing their explanations, you are making their efforts worthwhile [website abstract]
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