France, Germany and Islam: Negotiating Identities.

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  • Author(s): Kastoryano, Riva
  • Source:
    Immigrants & Minorities. Jul-Nov2003, Vol. 22 Issue 2/3, p280-297. 18p.
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    • Subject Terms:
      ISLAM; GOVERNMENT corporations; IMMIGRANTS; RADICALS; RELIGION; COMMUNITIES
    • Abstract:
      Since the 1980s Islam in France and Germany has become part of the discourse of immigrants as well as the public authorities, and a source of action for militants active in voluntary associations. For immigrants it becomes a way of reappropriating an identity. The discourse reflects a sense of belonging to a community, the elements of which are drawn from its practice, its tradition and its rituals. Its organization reflects the expectation of individuals and the public authorities. This essay analyses the interaction between immigrant organizations and the state in France and Germany, and the role of the state in building a community defined by its religion towards the state. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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