Islam and the Culture of mosques in Beijing

Author: Tong Xun
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: The book "Islam and Beijing's Moslem Culture" maintains consistency in format with previously published works such as "Buddhism and Beijing's Temple Culture" and "Christianity and Beijing's Religious Culture." In terms of content, it highlights the spread and development of Islam in China and Beijing, the activities of mosques and imams in the Beijing region, major historical events related to it, and the specific manifestations of Islamic religious culture. The content is rich and the historical materials are well-documented. The book uses the mosques in the Beijing region as a medium and the activities of Islamic scholars or imams in the area as a thread to meticulously narrate the historical events of Islam in Beijing, presenting a panoramic view of the diverse Islamic culture and mosque landscapes in the region.
First, the book provides a detailed introduction to the mosques in the Beijing region, enabling readers to gain a concrete understanding of the architectural art and style of Islam. Second, it offers detailed accounts of the famous Islamic scholars and imams in the Beijing region, giving readers a specific insight into Islamic religious culture. Third, the book explores the historical events of Islam in the Beijing region, allowing readers to gain a more intuitive understanding of the cultural phenomena of mosques in the area, as well as a deeper comprehension of the religious policies of the ruling class.