Editorial: Ramadan and the Global Expansion of Islam
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Ramadan effect
As Islam’s global presence expands, its traditions are intertwining with modernity in ways that are transforming politics, economics, and culture. This issue examines Ramadan not only as a religious holiday but also as a prism through which we can examine changing power dynamics—from the rise of Islamic finance to geopolitical struggles, from digital worship to the commodification of societies.
Editorial: Ramadan and the Global Expansion of Islam
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Each year, as the crescent moon during the month of Sha’ban<strong> </strong>marks the beginning of Ramad…
Whither “Euro-Islam?” Europe’s Muslims at a Crossroads
From the eco-friendly Cambridge Mosque and its interfaith Ramadan outreach, to the progressive Ibn-Rushd-Goethe Mosque in Berlin, …
Ramadan in Europe: Inclusion or Submission?
Europe has always had a troubled history with Islam. Their legacy is one of war, conquest, a shifting of power dynamics, and fragi…
Halftime or Holy Time? Ramadan's Rifts in European Football Leagues
The battle over religious accommodation in European football is no longer just about sports.
The Ramadan Divide: How China and India Treat Islam
The treatment of Muslim communities in China and India frequently comes under scrutiny in the West, often framed within the discou…
The Night Economy: How Ramadan Transforms Cities After Dark
Observed by 1.9 billion Muslims, Ramadan is a period of fasting, prayer, and communal gatherings.
Hungry for More: The Respiritualisation of Secular Fasting
As the call to prayer echoes through the streets of Cairo, families gather around tables laden with dates, soup, and fresh bread. …
Fasting Under Fire: The Spirit of Ramadan in Times of War
Amidst shattered minarets and in streets covered with dust and debris, the call to prayer faintly echoes—a measure of normalcy in …
The Ramadan effect: A season of profit?
Ramadan, Islam’s month of fasting, is practiced by almost two billion people worldwide.
Islam In The Matrix: An Algorithm-Driven faith
For centuries, Ramadan has been a deeply spiritual and communal experience, defined by fasting, prayer, and shared rituals. Yet, i…
Ramadan in Schools: Secularism’s Litmus Test
Each spring, as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan arrives, schools across Europe face a familiar challenge.
Halal Capitalism: The Rise of Islamic Finance and Its Global Impact
Islamic banking offers an alternative financial architecture based on Sharia principles. Many believe that this makes Islamic bank…
The Role of Blockchain in Islamic Finance and Zakat Payments
All three monotheistic religions emphasize the importance of almsgiving. However, Islam offers the most codified and sophisticated…
The Business of Fasting: How Global Brands Commercialised Ramadan
A sighting of the crescent moon marks the beginning of the ninth Islamic month of Ramadan, which this year begins near the end of …
Great Texts Revisited: Karl May’s Travel Novels and His Influence on German Islamophilia
Karl May’s travel novels have influenced Germany’s idealised vision of Islam until today.
Mecca Inc.: How Islam’s Holiest City Is Becoming a New Disneyland
Is Mecca still a center of Islamic worship, or is it becoming a religious Disneyland?
Halal and Hearty: The Growth of Ramadan Markets in France
Christmas markets are probably some of the most anticipated events by most people in France and other European countries; yet Fra…