Fundamentalism and Fanaticism: A Comparative Analysis

Despite the fact that fanaticism exists in world religions, there has been a strong tendency to associate Islam with fundamentalism and fanaticism. Consequently, many scholars view the terms as almost synonymous. What exactly is fanaticism and what are some of the reasons for its occurrence? If all...

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Main Author: Yousif, Ahmad F. 1953- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Equinox Publ. 2011
In: Religious studies and theology
Year: 2011, Volume: 30, Issue: 1, Pages: 3-26
Further subjects:B Muslims
B Muhammad
B World Religions
B Islam
B Cure
B Quran
B Fundamentalism
B Causes
B Fanaticism
B Revivalism
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