"A View from the Edge"

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This paper discusses Bulliet's book and how it explores a nontraditional tour of Islam that attempts to explain how the religion became so deeply rooted in Middle Eastern and North African societies. The paper systematically covers the book and researches its history, methodologies and insights offered. In conclusion, the author offers a personal review of the book.

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Strengths and Insights Offered
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"Bulliet reminds us that Islam and its history were not borne of a homogeneous religious practice or interpretation, but rather were developed locally and "without a strong center." Yet the many constellations of Islamic society were alike in one respect: they all used independent methods in building communities based on the Quran and the Prophet's model for the umma. This notion challenges us to re-think Islam. It is no longer some sort of warlike religious monopoly that was imposed on its converts from above with the archetypal sword. Instead, it is a body of ideas that hold great sway over individual communities because of its ability to address their needs and involve them directly in the daily making of their religion."

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