as well as contemporary culture and personal experiences to reveal the hidden meanings of this perplexing biblical story

Liturgical selections derive from Ephraim the Syrian

It will remain the standard for a long time to come

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

Animals in Islamic Tradition and Muslim Cultures Skåne as well as contemporary cultureFrom references to animals in the Qu'ran to modern day websites on Islamic vegetarianism, Richard C. Foltz presents the first comprehensive study of the role of animals in the Islamic tradition. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including classic mysticism, Foltz traces the development of Islamic attitudes towards animals over the centuries and confronts the key ethical questions facing Muslims today. Scholarly yet accessible, this is an original