Author
Brian Wicker
Book Format
Hardback
Publisher
Ashgate Publishing Group
Published
April 2006
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Product Description
11 September 2001 in New York; 11 March 2004 in Madrid; 7 July 2005 in London: these dates remind us that suicide bombings, or 'martyrdom operations' have become the common coin of international politics in the West. But what exactly is meant by 'martyrdom' today, whether in Islam or Christianity? This book tries to give an answer. Muslim and Christian scholars come together to find a common understanding, based on the scriptures and traditions of each faith, of martyrdom in today's violent world. Part One presents the historical background and contemporary relevance of each tradition. Part Two asks whether martyrs from one tradition could be recognised as such by the other, as well as discussing the practice of 'venerating' martyrs and examining two dramas of martyrdom by twentieth century writers. Part Three includes a study of martyrdom in Shia Islam and some short studies of past and present suicidal operations. Three appendices reproduce some classic discussions of martyrdom frequently referred to in the book, plus a plea for non-violent options within the Muslim tradition.
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Author
Brian Wicker
Book Format
Hardback
Publisher
Ashgate Publishing Group
Published
April 2006
Edition
New edition
Weight
432g
Page Count
204
Dimensions
156 x 234 x 12 mm
ISBN
9780754656678
ISBN-10
0754656675
Eden Code
1117371
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Author/Creator: Brian Wicker
ISBN: 9780754656678
Publisher: Ashgate Publishing Group
Release Date: April 2006
Weight: 432g
Dimensions: 156 x 234 x 12 mm
Eden Code: 1117371
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