Militant Islam
Militant Islam by Godfrey H. Jansen, published by Harper & Row in 1979, offers a detailed analysis of the militancy within Islam from 1800 to the present. This first U.S. edition spans 224 pages and is presented in English. Jansen emphasizes the resurgence of Islamic militancy in recent decades, exploring the perspectives of traditionalists, reformers, and those seeking to maintain the status quo within the faith.
Readers will find an examination of key figures such as Ayatollah Khomeini of Iran and General Zia of Pakistan, who advocate for a return to strict adherence to the Koran. The book delves into the complexities of Islamic history, religion, and the challenges faced by reformers attempting to adapt the faith to contemporary demands. Through this analysis, Jansen provides insights into the ongoing dynamics within Islam and its impact on global events.
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“G.H. Jansen’s analysis examines the militancy of Islam from 1800 to the present, emphasizing the resurgence of that militancy in the last decade. He shows us the traditionalists such as the Ayatollah Khomeini of Iran and General Zia of Pakistan who want to take Islam back to strict adherence to the precepts of the Koran, the men of religion anxious to maintain the status quo, and the reformers trying to adapt the faith to the demands of the modern world”–Back cover.
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