Social Sciences
5 years ago

American Islamic high school walks fine line between tradition and modernity.

Religious Education
Between “Islamic” and “un-Islamic”: Navigating Religion at an American Islamic High School
Abiya Ahmed

Paper Summary

The article explores how an American Islamic high school balances different views on Islam among students and parents. At 'Ilm High School, administrators and teachers try to meet diverse beliefs without straying into non-Islamic territory. They aim to keep Islam relevant for students by casting a wide religious net.

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