Media and Muslim societies

Mohamed, Shafizan (2025) Media and Muslim societies. International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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Abstract

Islam, the world's second largest and fastest-growing religion, encompasses a vast and diverse community stretching from North Africa to the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Indian Subcontinent. The global Muslim population exceeds 1.2 billion, with varying histories, nationalities, ethnicities, and cultures, resulting in numerous Muslim societies worldwide. Notably, Islam has surpassed Christianity as the second most practiced religion in Europe and the Americas, highlighting its widespread influence. In light of the rapid advancement of media technologies, Muslim societies have experienced transformative impacts, prompting a nuanced exploration in this book. It is crucial to recognize the heterogeneity of Muslim societies, understanding that the media's historical and contemporary implications differ across these diverse communities. Globalization, modernity, and mass culture exert dynamic pressures, challenging the cognitive, ideological, political, religious, and demographic maps of Muslim societies. This book aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of these distinctive societies and the evolving role of media within them. Tailored for general readers, it presents scholarly insights in a readable style, enriched by historical and contemporary examples. Upon completing the book, readers should be equipped to recognize the historical evolution of media in Muslim societies, understand the diverse media experiences across various communities, engage in discussions about the media's role, and articulate issues that impact Muslim societies. This book adopts a chronological perspective to examine the evolving role of media within Muslim societies, tracing its trajectory from early Muslim civilizations to the contemporary Muslim diaspora. It is important to note that this work is not intended to serve as an exhaustive encyclopedia, delving into the minutiae of historical development. Rather, it offers an insightful overview of pivotal periods and contexts, emphasizing the nuanced and dynamic relationship between media and Muslims.

Item Type:	Book
Additional Information:	5172/123641
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Muslim Societies, Media, Communication, History, New Media
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) > H51 History H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) > H61.8 Communication of information H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) > H93 Popular works H Social Sciences > HM Sociology > HM831 Social change H Social Sciences > HS Societies secret benevolent etc H Social Sciences > HT Communities. Classes. Races > HT51 Human settlements. Communities T Technology > T Technology (General) > T173.5 Technology and Islam
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Communication Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences
Depositing User:	Dr Shafizan Mohamed
Date Deposited:	30 Oct 2025 17:22
Last Modified:	30 Oct 2025 17:28
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/123641

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