Re-Examining Dutch Orientalism in Constructing Indonesian Islam (original) (raw)
2011, JOURNAL OF INDONESIAN ISLAM
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This book explores the historical development of Islamic discourse in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, from the 1200s to the 1880s, highlighting the interplay between local mystical traditions and Dutch colonial influences. It discusses the significant role of Sufism and key figures like the Walisongo in the Islamization process, while also examining the impact of Dutch Orientalism on the formulation of Indonesian Islamic identity. The book critiques colonial historiography's influence on contemporary understandings of Indonesian Islam and underscores the continuing dominance of Dutch perspectives in shaping religious discourse.
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