Virtually Islamic : Computer-Mediated Communication and Cyber Islamic Environments / Gary R Bunt.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bunt, Gary R., author.

Series:

Religion, Culture and Society Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Islam in mass media.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (182 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Cardiff, England : University of Wales Press, [2000]

Summary:

Virtually Islamic explores the role of the Internet in shaping perceptions and expressions of Islam in the digital age. Authored by Gary R. Bunt, this book investigates how Islamic content is represented online and its impact on both Muslim and non-Muslim audiences. It addresses the diversity of Islamic expressions in cyberspace, the political implications of online Islamic discourse, and the concept of a 'digital minbar' where Islamic authority and obligations are discussed. The book targets students, scholars, and individuals interested in contemporary religious studies, offering insights into the intersection of religion, technology, and society. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title

Copyright

Contents

Acknowledgements

Notes on the system of transliteration

Notes on Internet references

1 Introduction

2 Primary forms of Islamic expression online

3 Muslim diversity online

4 Politics, Islam and the Net

5 Digital minbar. Islamic obligations and authority online

6 Cyber Islamic futures

Notes

Bibliography

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781837720163

1837720169

OCLC:

1425808797