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Matrifocal Islam : bridges of indigenization in Japan, Korea, and China
Matrifocal Islam : bridges of indigenization in Japan, Korea, and China, this book explores the evolving role Muslim women in East Asian societies and the rise of these societies in the world economy and politics, and how a signif cant fraction of their population is Muslim. Focusing on Japan, Korea, and China, teh book examines women in these communities have experienced shifts in their roles, becoming leaders, scholars, mediators, and bridge-builders, in addition to traditional roles. Japanese Muslim women, despite the cultural challenges, have taken the initiative in facilitating the integration of their communities into Japanese society. In Korea, where woman hold signif cant societal roles, are making afforts to harmonize local matriarchal tradisions with Islamic principles. Hui Muslim women in China, challenge misconceptions and create a moderate image of Islam through cultural representations, and show a growing influence in public spheres despite patriarchal societal structures. Happy reading all!