Islam in China: From Silk Road to separatism
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Export citationJones-Leaning, M., & Pratt, D. (2012). Islam in China: From Silk Road to separatism. The Muslim World, 102(2), 308-334.
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Abstract
Islam came to China via the Silk Road, the great trading route beginning in the ancient Chinese capital of Xian. Islam flourished during the brutal but religiously tolerant Mongol Yuan dynasty. Harsh repressive measures were employed against the rebellious Muslims of the Qing dynasty. Islam has survived the tumultuous 20th century and has experienced a revival in the new millennium. Following a brief historical overview, including some of China's relevant history of insurrection, rebellion and reforms, the nature of the Muslim community in China, along with pressing contemporary issues, will be outlined and discussed
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2012Type
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Wiley-Blackwell