Contrary to popular belief, Muslim societies are not more prone to political violence; nor are they less “secular” than non-Muslim societies; and interpersonal trust is not necessarily lower in Muslim societies. But there is a single element that enforces the idea of democratic deficit, and that is the subordination of women, and the patriarchal society in Islamic countries.
The author uses several historical variables that are amenable to coding in “yes” or “no” terms, and also a dummy variable for countries where Islamic religious tradition is predominant. However, this type of measurement cannot be quite as exact as it can be, as even predominantly Muslim countries do not have proper quotas for this research to be complete.
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But so too do Muslim countries appear to have some disadvantages in terms of possible determinants of democracy that are not due to Islam per se. For example, ethnic diversity is somewhat higher in Muslim countries and a smaller percentage of Muslim countries have a history of British colonization. Analysis of the data is necessary to assess the relationship between Islam and political regime. Higher economic development is associated with better FH scores; higher ethnic fractionalization, with worse FH scores; higher economic growth rates, with better FH scores; and OPEC membership, with worse FH …show more content…
In the category of “intracivilizational”conflicts, only eighteen of fifty-eight conflicts—or 31 percent— were in Muslim societies. Given that 30 percent of the world’s polities are predominantly Muslim, Huntington’s evidence is not truly groundbreaking.
According to Huntington, “Muslims have continued to assume that only a ‘religious leader’ can provide good government for the Muslim community.” There is a major (and fairly inaccurate assumption) made here, the belief that Muslims value religion more than democracy. Given the stigma mentioned above, many might believe this fact. But this is a fact that is largely not backed up by actual evidence, and therefore cannot be accepted as a valuable theory.
We can conclude that so far, it is noticeable the effect Western culture has on other countries, but it is not necessarily wanted. It is also worth noting that it isn’t quite easy to determine whether Islam and Authoritarism are a good mix, for we have lack of proper evidence. But from what I can personally conclude, democracy can take place in non-western countries, if it is on its own terms and not forced upon by another
In chapters six and nine of Annotations, Professor Bazian provides a historical analysis of the dichotomies within race (in Confronting Race in America ch.9) and religion and philosophies (in “Islamic Reformation” and the West living in Our Minds ch.6). In chapter six, he explores the idea of an “Islamic Reformation,” a European idea inspired by Martin Luther’s actions and his disagreement with the Catholic Church. There has been a push for “Islamic Reformation” on the basis of political and social reformation. But as previously noted, this idea was initially introduced by Europeans. Professor Bazian argues that the way this “Reformation” has been constructed is critical because it was initiated by an external agent and it is based on a European
Democracy spreading in the Middle East is counterintuitive and according to Mike, it does no benefits to intervene any longer. He believes that intervening in other countries problems, motivates a sensitive group, the Muslims all around the globe, into triggering unfortunate actions like shooting up a nightclub. Why he believes this concept, is explained through six notions; U.S. support of Israel, support of dictatorship in the Middle East, inhabiting of the Arabian Peninsula, Israelis escalating, reliance on inexpensive oil, military presence in other countries in the “Muslim world”, and lastly, our unfair disposition to categorize as terrorist, any Muslim population that one of our allies (Russia or China) dislikes. Above all else, the self-appointed duty of America, as the democratic police of the world, has ironically become our Achilles
This essay argues that states that are ethnically and culturally similar are more likely to engage in conflicts over
The most prevalent example of this would be in Saudi Arabia. The country has been so vital to the growth of Wahhabism ever since it became the dominant religion in the country. “It was Abdullah's House of Saud that fought its way to power in 1932, and hammered three disconnected territories into one kingdom under the Wahhabi faith.” (Doc 2) This establishment of a Wahhabi faith as Saudi’s main religion that has heavily influenced the country’s educational systems.
The style of writing portrayed in this nonfiction journal best relates to a dystopian future for our society. The purpose of this writing would be to show that the world could be a much simpler place to live in if civilization was treated equally. With everyone born as humans no matter the color of our skin or the ethnicity that we were raised in it raises many to question why we cannot treat one another equally and why we do not get along or respect one another. While we are not any closer to figuring out why our world kills its own kind over feuds, I believe religion plays a big factor in why certain cultures are enemies. One culture and one religion has to always be better than the other there is no equality.
The book deals with the history of Islam and provides arguments over the liberal interpretation of the religion. The book puts the blame on the Western imperialism and the self-serving misinterpretations of Islamic law by the past scholars for the controversies which are taking place within Islam. The work by Reza Aslan challenges the clash of civilizations. The book
Introduction The conflict between the white ruling class and minorities such as blacks is an ongoing issue in America. As a minority group, Muslims in America are experiencing similar issues as Blacks. Muslim Americans experience stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination which causes a big hatred towards Muslims. Islam religion and Muslims are misrepresented by politicians, by media and by other forms of press publication.
“The Islamic teachings have left great traditions for equitable and gentle dealings and behavior, and inspire people with nobility and tradition” (H.G. Wells). The society and world around us are greatly influenced by the muslim people, or more specifically, the influence of the Islamic world. Their impact on the world is a controversial topic and their role is also often seen as negative. People are constantly oppressing minorities, but without the Muslims or teachings of Islam, the world wouldn’t be the same. This group of people achieved so many things that are considered necessary to our world today, and not many people recognize that.
The fourth of july in 1776 America declared independence. A nation once wrought with suppressive, autocratic control of a king who had little interest in the welfare of his colonial subjects, began to shed its repressive chains and step aboard the ship of liberty with an impregnable hull. The banners waved. The crowds cheered. Then, the blood soaked the continent.
(8) From that we can also tell that they work together as a team ,but they also work well apart from one another and can function as a society together . (9) Document 3 claims that muslim people are equal in “size” , they would rather be dead than alive, many prefer to be held to a low standard of importance rather than being held up and labeled as an important person, and they stick to their religious grounds and always partake in their activities.(10) Many people would not like to be seen this way but Muslims don’t seem to mind it. (11) They are strong and do not let power get to their heads. (12) Muslims show that more can be accomplished when everyone works together.
The stability of the society of the Middle East was affected by several aspects which made trade and commerce less viable, where Islam allowed much in the way of progress in the thirteenth and fourteenth
The influx of the Muslims caused an imbalance to what was then, a mainly Christian dominated country. Another issue
The societies of West Africa, Europe, and North America exhibited similarities and differences in their religious beliefs, values, and government systems. These contrasts and similarities were further made apparent during European expansion across the Atlantic and the subsequent new cross cultural interactions that were created. One way in which the societies of West Africa, Europe, and North America diverged was in their belief systems. Unlike Europe and North America, West Africa gradually adopted Islam in addition to its traditional religions. Islam diffused through the trans-Saharan trade with North Africa and by the 1200’s was assimilated into the Mali and Songhai Empire.
Subsequently, Muslim countries, particularly the Middle Eastern region, have come under
Our academic disciplines, journals, movies, and our whole cultural system is highly affected by the inevitability of the conflict between 'Islam ' and 'West ' (Adib-Moghaddam, 2011). This " clash regime" is a cultural artifact which is positioned in different strata of society because it is made up by a system of interdependent discourses that disperse into society and form a powerful 'clash mentality (Adib-Moghadam, 2011, p.5). This clash regime has constituted a main part of today 's national and international political culture (Adiv-Moghaddam, 2011, p.5). Therefore, European culture gained its own strength and identity by setting itself off against the Orient (Said, 1978). According to Macfie (2002), one of the convictions that is widely held in orientalism is the belief that Islam unlike other religions, is inherently violent its followers believe in the doctrine of Holy War or Jihad.