The Anthropology of Islam Reader

The Anthropology of Islam Reader brings together a rich variety of ethnographic work, offering an insight into various forms of Islam as practiced in different geographic, social, and cultural contexts. Topics explored include Ramadan and the Hajj, the Feast of Sacrifice, and the representation of Islam. An extensive introduction and bibliography helps students develop their understanding of the variety of methodological and theoretical approaches involved in the anthropological study of Islam. In his selections, Jens Kreinath highlights the diversity of practices and themes that were formative for this field of study, making this essential reading for students of Islam at undergraduate and graduate level.

Jens Kreinath is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Wichita State University, USA.

Toward the Anthropology of Islam: An Introductory Essay Part 1: Anthropological Approaches to Islam Conceptualizing Islam. Approaching Islam Part 2: Religious Practices of Islam Daily Prayers. Fasting During the Month of Ramadān. Pilgrimage to Mecca. Feast of Sacrifice. Almsgiving Part 3: Methodological Reflections on the Anthropology of Islam Situating Anthropology. Representing Islam. Glossary of Anthropological Terms. Glossary of Islamic Terms.