Unveiling the Enigma: The Routledge International Handbook To Veils And Veiling

Veiling, the practice of covering the head or face, is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that has sparked both fascination and controversy throughout history. The Routledge International Handbook To Veils And Veiling offers a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of this enigmatic practice, providing readers with a deeper understanding of its religious, cultural, social, and political significance.

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Edited by a team of leading scholars in the field, this volume brings together a diverse range of perspectives from around the globe. The handbook is divided into four parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of veiling:

• Part I: Veiling in Historical and Cultural Contexts examines the historical roots of veiling in various cultures and religions, from ancient Greece to the present day.
• Part II: Veiling as a Religious Practice explores the role of veiling in different religions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism.
• Part III: Veiling and Social Identity investigates the ways in which veiling is used to construct and express social identity, including gender, class, and ethnicity.
• Part IV: Veiling and Politics examines the political debates surrounding veiling, including the issue of forced veiling and the role of veiling in the context of terrorism.

The Routledge International Handbook To Veils And Veiling is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complex and multifaceted phenomenon of veiling. With its comprehensive coverage and diverse range of perspectives, this volume provides a unique and valuable contribution to the field of religious and cultural studies.

Table of Contents

1. : Veils and Veiling in the Globalized World
2. Part I: Veiling in Historical and Cultural Contexts
1. Chapter 1: Veiling in Ancient Greece
2. Chapter 2: Veiling in the Roman Empire
3. Chapter 3: Veiling in the Middle Ages
4. Chapter 4: Veiling in the Renaissance
5. Chapter 5: Veiling in the 19th and 20th Centuries
3. Part II: Veiling as a Religious Practice
1. Chapter 6: Veiling in Judaism
2. Chapter 7: Veiling in Christianity
3. Chapter 8: Veiling in Islam
4. Chapter 9: Veiling in Hinduism
5. Chapter 10: Veiling in Buddhism
4. Part III: Veiling and Social Identity
1. Chapter 11: Veiling and Gender
2. Chapter 12: Veiling and Class
3. Chapter 13: Veiling and Ethnicity
4. Chapter 14: Veiling and Disability
5. Chapter 15: Veiling and Age
5. Part IV: Veiling and Politics
1. Chapter 16: Veiling and Forced Marriage
2. Chapter 17: Veiling and Terrorism
3. Chapter 18: Veiling and the Law
4. Chapter 19: Veiling and the Media
5. Chapter 20: Veiling and Education

Endorsements

“The Routledge International Handbook To Veils And Veiling is a landmark publication that brings together a wealth of scholarship on this important and contested topic. This volume is essential reading for anyone interested in veiling, whether they are scholars, students, or policymakers.”

—Dr. Kecia Ali, Professor of Religion, Boston University

“The Routledge International Handbook To Veils And Veiling is a timely and important contribution to the field of religious and cultural studies. This volume provides a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of veiling, offering readers a deeper understanding of its religious, cultural, social, and political significance.”

—Dr. Saba Mahmood, Professor of Anthropology, University of California, Berkeley

About the Editors

Dr. Susanne Højlund is Professor of Islamic Studies at the University of Copenhagen. She is the author of several books on Muslim women and gender, including Muslim Women’s Choices: Agency and Resistance in Morocco and Pakistan (2015).

Dr. Tuba İnal is Associate Professor of Islamic Studies at the University of Toronto. She is the author of Veiled Encounters: The Politics of Representation in Turkey (2013).

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The Routledge International Handbook to Veils and Veiling (Routledge International Handbooks)

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Language	:	English
File size	:	3375 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	329 pages

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