Claiming and Making Muslim Worlds

In Claiming and Making Muslim Worlds, various authors examine the localization of Islam within a global context, highlighting transregional connections and their societal implications.

The refereed series ZMO-Studien presents Claiming and Making Muslim Worlds, a collection of insightful monographs and edited volumes that reflect the interdisciplinary research agenda of the Leibniz-Zentrum Moderner Orient. This volume addresses the pressing question of how Islam can be localized within an increasingly interconnected global landscape. Through various contributions, the authors delve into the multifaceted lives of Muslims, emphasizing the impact of transregional connections on the evolving concept of 'Muslimness' and its implications for society and politics.

In Claiming and Making Muslim Worlds, the authors explore how infrastructural developments have led to the strengthening of scholarly and trade networks, resulting in the dissemination of new literary genres and the formation of stereotypical representations of Muslims. Such dynamics have significant repercussions in diverse areas, including self-representation and governance among Muslim communities. The geographical scope of the discussions spans from South Asia to Europe and the United States, providing a comprehensive view of the contemporary Muslim experience.

The contributors, hailing from disciplines such as history, anthropology, religious studies, literary studies, and political science, collectively advocate for a translocal perspective that considers specific local and historical contexts. This volume challenges traditional academic boundaries and encourages readers to engage with historically nuanced translocal frameworks, ultimately enriching the understanding of Islam in today's world.