Muslim Community Research Articles

Minat Masyarakat Muslim terhadap Jasa Bank Syariah Perspektif Bank Syariah dan Perilaku Masyarakat

Indonesia is an ideal market for Islamic banking because the majority of the population is Muslim. Only 6.63% of the total national banking assets were owned by Islamic banks in Indonesia in 2022. This shows that people are not too interested in using Islamic bank services. This research is qualitative research that uses a case study approach. Data collected from interviews with a hundred randomly selected people. The purpose of this study is to determine the level of public demand for Islamic banks based on the perspective of Islamic banks (marketing mix) and community behavior. The results of the study show that factors related to Islamic banks include the lack of office networks and promotions that make Muslims not use their services. In addition, personal and social factors are also the most important factors in influencing people's behavior. The study recommends Islamic banks to create marketing policies that are appropriate to the Muslim community.

Quran's Insight On Human Rights

This study focuses on the growing global debate about human rights and the role of religion, particularly Islam, in shaping these concepts. The research aims to analyze the Quran's perspective on human rights, identifying fundamental principles that affirm universal values such as justice, Freedom, and equality. This study employs a qualitative method with a textual analysis approach to relevant Quranic verses. The findings reveal that the Quran explicitly recognizes fundamental human rights, including the right to life, Freedom of religion, and protection from oppression. The discussion also highlights that a comprehensive and contextual interpretation of the Quranic verses is necessary to understand the Islamic perspective on human rights in the modern context. The study concludes that the Quran provides a solid ethical and moral foundation for human rights, but its application depends on proper interpretation by Muslim communities worldwide. The research suggests the need for further dialogue between religious traditions and international law to support the global protection of human rights.

Risk factors for diarrheal diseases among pilgrims during Arba’een mass gathering: a case-control study

BackgroundA significant portion of the Muslim community participates in the Arba’een pilgrimage, with participant numbers increasing each year. There have been relatively few studies on the health of Arba’een Mass gathering (MG). Researching the prevalence and distribution of diseases among Arba’een pilgrims is essential to recognize any outbreaks and take timely responses to contain them. The current study aimed to identify exposures and risk factors for diarrheal disease in pilgrims who referred to the clinics located in Iraq among the Arba’een MG in 2023.MethodsThis case-control study randomly selected 200 outpatients (100 cases and 100 controls) who were referred to Iraq clinics. Cases were patients with gastrointestinal symptoms (diarrhea), while controls were randomly selected from unaffected pilgrims at the same time for the cases. The study groups matched for age, and sex. Face-to-face interviews using a reliable field based checklist of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention of Iran’s Ministry of Health to collect potential exposures and risk factors for diarrheal disease. Multiple logistic regression was used to estimate the crude and adjusted odds ratio (AOR) for the risk of diarrhea with a 95% confidence interval (CI).ResultsThe average age of the participants was 38.6 years. Diarrhea in 100% and fever in 81% were the most common clinical symptoms in patients. Having underlying diseases was not associated with an increased risk of diarrhea disease (P > 0.05). Regarding risk factors for diarrheal, the final analysis after adjusting for potential confounders indicated that consumption of insanitary (unpackaged) drinking water (AOR = 1.95; 95% CI: 1.05–3.6; P = 0.024), inappropriate hand washing (AOR = 3.82; 95% CI: 1.7–8.6; P = 0.001), ritual foods (AOR = 2.56; 95% CI: 1.3–5.2; P = 0.004), and public toilets (AOR = 1.46; 95% CI: 1.04–4.3; P = 0.038) were significantly increased the likelihood of diarrheal disease.ConclusionsContamination of water sources, food, inadequate and poor hand washing were the most common sources of diarrheal diseases among Arba’een pilgrims. The results indicate that the potential occurrence of outbreaks, especially water- and foodborne diseases, threatens participants in the Arba’een MG. It is recommended to provide risk assessment, improve pilgrims’ awareness, pre-and post-screening, vaccination, compliance with personal hygiene, improvement of the environment, provision of sanitary water and food sources and hygienic disposal of sewage, laboratory diagnosis to identify the common types of pathogens in Arba’een MG.

The British Broadsheet Press and the Representation of “The Mosque” in the Aftermath of Post-7/7 Britain

The role of the mosque has become increasingly vital, particularly in contemporary societies such as Britain, where both the place and status of religion in public life are constantly discussed and debated. Indeed, in the contemporary period, the role of the mosque has several dimensions, ranging from a social space, educational and cultural exchange, and community cohesion centre to a knowledge hub. In this context, this paper suggests that a mosque should be seen as an independent religious institution, although these are influenced by and responsive to governments, elites, pressure groups, public bodies, etc. Using a thematic analysis of news items in The Guardian and The Daily Telegraph over a period of two years (8 July 2005–7 July 2007), it finds that in the aftermath of 7/7, the mosque as a religious place and an institution for British Muslims is largely seen as incompatible and a threat to secular British society and that it is linked with radicalisation and terrorism. According to Quranic texts and revelations, it is indeed a fact that mosques are open to all. This is logical since God’s mercy, love, and forgiveness are for all of mankind without any distinction, which is perhaps why the mosque has been the sacred house of God Himself. This study aims to reveal the development of visible hostility in some sections of the British media and political campaigns. Moreover, it intends to trace the determination and idea of the mosque as a religious place and an institution for British Muslims rather than only a place for worship. Finally, this study will argue the role of the mosque in promoting community cohesion and mutual understanding within the Muslim and other faith communities located in Britain.

Analisis Kontroversi Aksi Cepat Tanggap Berdasarkan Perspektif Maqashid Syariah

Indonesia, as the country with the largest Muslim population in the world, is also recognized as the most generous country according to the World Giving Index 2022. Islamic philanthropy in Indonesia has experienced rapid growth since the reform era, marked by an increased awareness of the importance of professional management to maximize the impact on the underprivileged. Aksi Cepat Tanggap (ACT) is one of the prominent Islamic philanthropic organizations with various initiatives such as Global Qurban and Global Wakaf, which have received positive responses from the Indonesian public. However, in 2022, ACT faced several allegations of financial misconduct, including embezzlement, misuse of donation funds from Boeing, mismanagement of waqf funds, excessive donation deductions, and money laundering. These scandals not only disrupted ACT's financial stability but also led to legal consequences for several of its executives. In Islam, the concept of Maqashid Syariah provides a framework for analyzing phenomena that may harm the Muslim community, including controversies involving ACT. This study employs a descriptive qualitative approach to examine the ACT controversies through the lens of Maqashid Syariah. Based on this analysis, as an Islamic philanthropic institution entrusted with managing ZISWAF (Zakat, Infaq, Shadaqah, and Waqf) funds, ACT should adhere to the principles of Maqashid Syariah to avoid actions that undermine the protection of intellect, life, and wealth, which are part of the Maqasid al-Khamsah. This study contributes to the literature on Islamic Economics by providing insights into the application of Maqashid Syariah in the context of Islamic philanthropy. The practical implications of this research emphasize the importance of accountability and transparency in the management of ZISWAF funds by Islamic philanthropic organizations, regulators, and the community to ensure compliance with Maqashid Syariah.

Muslims in Interwar Vienna: The Making and Failing of a Community

This article explores the making of a unified Muslim community in interwar Austria and its ultimate failure. It argues that while the Islamischer Kulturbund Wien represented a visionary idea which aimed at establishing a Muslim community, rooted in both faith and Austrian society, it ultimately remained the dream of only a select few individuals. The association succeeded in strategically positioning itself as the representative body of Muslims in Austria; however, due to a lack of commitment from its members and the rise of fascism in Austria, this early attempt to establish a unified Muslim community in Austria eventually failed. By incorporating unofficial sources in various languages, including private letters, oral history interviews, and newspapers, alongside official archival material, the article amplifies the voice, perspective and agency of key Muslim figures involved, allowing for a more fully developed understanding of the internal and external dynamics of Muslim activism in interwar Vienna.

Reconstructing Ḥadīth Discourse in the Digital Age: From Text to Discourse

This article explores the transformation of the Prophet's ḥadīth from a fundamental religious text into a living discourse within culture and the practices of Muslims in the digital era. Technology and digital media have reshaped the understanding, dissemination, and integration of prophetic values into daily life. Using hermeneutic approaches, critical discourse analysis, and historical-comparative linguistics, this article examines how new methodologies in the social sciences and humanities provide deeper insights into these changes. Additionally, the article highlights the importance of considering both historical and contemporary shifts in the understanding of ḥadīth, including the impact of modernity and globalization. The analysis considers the role of scholars, institutions, and digital platforms in shaping new interpretations and applications of ḥadīth. The findings suggest that while traditional understandings of ḥadīth remain influential, there is an increasing openness to diverse interpretations that address contemporary issues and challenges faced by Muslim communities worldwide. The results indicate not only a growing openness to diverse interpretations but also reveal specific ways in which modernity and globalization have redefined traditional ḥadīth scholarship, influencing both the content and context of these interpretations.

Reconstructing Ḥadīth Discourse in the Digital Age: From Text to Discourse

This article explores the transformation of the Prophet's ḥadīth from a fundamental religious text into a living discourse within culture and the practices of Muslims in the digital era. Technology and digital media have reshaped the understanding, dissemination, and integration of prophetic values into daily life. Using hermeneutic approaches, critical discourse analysis, and historical-comparative linguistics, this article examines how new methodologies in the social sciences and humanities provide deeper insights into these changes. Additionally, the article highlights the importance of considering both historical and contemporary shifts in the understanding of ḥadīth, including the impact of modernity and globalization. The analysis considers the role of scholars, institutions, and digital platforms in shaping new interpretations and applications of ḥadīth. The findings suggest that while traditional understandings of ḥadīth remain influential, there is an increasing openness to diverse interpretations that address contemporary issues and challenges faced by Muslim communities worldwide. The results indicate not only a growing openness to diverse interpretations but also reveal specific ways in which modernity and globalization have redefined traditional ḥadīth scholarship, influencing both the content and context of these interpretations.

The Impact of Trials on the Purification and Elevation of the Soul

In this research, I explored the ways to purify and elevate the soul through various factors, most notably the impact of trials in preserving and elevating the soul. Just as education and moral refinement are crucial for disciplining, thriving, purifying, and reforming the soul, trials also play a significant role in preserving the soul, protecting it from misguidance, and reforming it. Trials contribute to the soul’s ascension in the ranks of servitude to Allah, acceptance of Allah’s decree, and submission to His will. Trials can sometimes serve as expiation for sins, concealing flaws and defects, and at other times they elevate one in the paths of success and righteousness for both individuals and society alike. To understand your true self in your present and past before your burial, observe yourself during times of trials, whether in hardship or ease, in deprivation or abundance. It is in these moments that your true nature, substance, and essence are revealed. Ibn al-Jawzi said: "You will know when the dust clears... whether you are riding a horse or a donkey." It is a well-established fact in religion that the purpose of human existence on this earth is for worship and obedience, and this purpose is achieved through trials. Allah said: "And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me," meaning: according to the natural disposition upon which Allah created people, whether in happiness or misery. In a lengthy hadith, the Prophet said: "... and prayer is light, charity is proof, patience is illumination, and the Quran is evidence for or against you. Every person starts their day as a vendor of their soul, either freeing it or bringing about its ruin." The only way to live with stability and positivity is through patience in the face of all types of trials. Trials are a part of life, as Allah said: "O mankind, indeed you are laboring toward your Lord with [great] exertion and will meet it," whether this exertion is good or bad, you will encounter it on the Day of Judgment. Every person bears the consequences of their will, choices, and efforts. No one is exempt from this test, hence Allah said: "and will meet it." By this approach, an individual’s character is built and their path clarified. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the concept of trials and tribulations, the difference between these terms, and their outcomes on the purity of the soul and society. This understanding should be utilized for the benefit and development of the community. It is also crucial to understand individual freedom and its limits and to study the philosophy of good and evil, historically referred to as "the creation of actions," to determine responsibility for any actions taken by individuals and to record their movements in light of the reality of the Muslim community and its moderation in all matters. Patience with all types and forms of trials and enduring their consequences in this life and the hereafter is obligatory. I hope I have succeeded in addressing all these points, and our final prayer is that praise be to Allah, the Lord of all worlds.

JAMINAN INDUSTRI HALAL DI NEGARA SINGAPURA DAN TAIWAN

Purpose: This study examines and compares the halal assurance processes in Indonesia, Taiwan, and Singapore. In addition, this study aims to assess the consequences of each system on the growth of the halal sector on a global and regional scale. Design/Methodology/Approach: This research utilises a comparative case study methodology with a qualitative approach. Through the investigation of official documents, data was collected. Regulations, certification requirements, and industry reports from each country were analyzed in the documents. Manufacturers, customers, and representatives from halal certification authorities were interviewed. To gain a first-hand understanding of the certification process and the application of regulations, field observations were also conducted. Findings: The findings show that Singapore, Taiwan, and Indonesia have different strategies for implementing halal assurance. Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS) in Singapore operates a rigorous and globally renowned certification program. Taiwan concentrates on food and cosmetic products through the Taiwan Halal Integrity Development Association (THIDA). With the support of the world's largest Muslim community, Indonesia, the Halal Product Guarantee Agency (BPJPH), has established a comprehensive and integrated system. These different strategies affect the efficacy of halal products and consumer confidence in each country. Research Implications: The results of this study show how harmonization of international halal certification and standards can improve consumer confidence and increase international trade in halal goods. In addition, by incorporating best practices from other countries, policymakers and industry players can improve their halal assurance systems with the help of this study. This harmonization can guarantee more reliable halal products to Muslim consumers around the world and improve the global halal market position.

Nilai Islam dalam Tradisi Haul Masyarakat Muslim Desa Gubugsari

Haul tradition is one of the religious rituals that is still preserved by the Muslim community in Gubugsari village. Haul is a commemoration of the death of someone who is considered to have privileges, such as ulama, kiai, or respected community leaders. This ritual is generally carried out every year on the day of the death of the person being commemorated. In the context of Gubugsari village, the haul tradition has become an inseparable part of the life of the local Muslim community. This ritual is not only a form of respect for the commemorated person, but also a forum for the community to strengthen ties, strengthen religious identity, and preserve Islamic values that have taken root in local culture. As the haul tradition in the village of Gubugsari, Pegandon Subdistrict, Kendal Regency, which until now still carries out the haul tradition because the person who is honored is mbah Abdul Wahab as a respected figure by the Muslim community, especially in the village. To see the values of these traditions, researchers are interested in further examining the values of the haul tradition of cengklian and ndangdoan in the socio-religious life of the Candimulyo village community, Sedan sub-district, Rembang district. The method used in this research is qualitative method, data collection techniques in this research using observation, documentation and interviews. The subjects in this study were the people of Gubusari village, both those who joined the committee and those involved in the haul tradition event The results of this study indicate that the haul tradition has a form of a series of haul event contents, namely the practices performed during the pilgrimage as a medium for the tradition. The benefits of religious values are increasing our devotion to Allah SWT

Digital Racism and Antiracism Toward Asian and Muslim Communities During the Covid-19 Pandemic: The Australian Experience

Australia witnessed a substantial degree of racism toward Asian and Muslim communities during the Covid-19 pandemic, much of which was shared and amplified on social media. However, while a growing body of national and international literature has illuminated the problem of racism during significant crisis events, limited studies have addressed how these narratives are both produced and resisted in online spaces. In this paper, I present the findings of a Thematic Content Analysis of how Asian and Muslim communities were constructed on Twitter/X during Australia's 2020–2021 lockdowns. Drawing on the literature surrounding Networked Counterpublics—and analyzed through a Systemic Racism lens—findings illuminate how publics used Twitter/X as a space to both legitimize and contest racist narratives relating to the pandemic, further demonstrating the power of social media as a vehicle for the amplification and resistance of racism during a significant global crisis.

Effect of a multidisciplinary program with seven color balls on non-communicable diseases prevention in a Muslim community: A real-world study

Prevalence of diabetes and hypertension are increasing. Health promotion is needed for the diseases prevention. The objective of this study was to determine the impact of a multidisciplinary program and a seven-color balls on fasting blood glucose and blood pressure in a Muslim community. A one-group pre-post test of participatory action research was employed. The screening test was administered and assigned a color to each of seven health statuses. All participants made a commitment to improve their weekly performance. They were instructed and practiced for three weeks on six health information topics. Then, each village health volunteer reminded the participants of health information, and a religious leader declared (Kutbah) during Friday prayer that tobacco and alcohol are contrary to Islam. Utilizing frequency and percentage, the study outcome at the end of the program was compared to that at baseline. The results revealed that the mean age of the participants was 33.92 years, with a range of 15 to 82 years. Six months after program finish, 87.5% of those at risk and 93.3% of high risk for hypertension returned to normal blood pressure levels. For FBS level, risk for diabetes participants improved to a normal level by 57.6%, participants who were possibly for diabetes improved to better level by 50%, and third level illness decreased to a lower level by 50%. The program could improve participants’ health status and encourage their self-esteem for health prevention. Prevention of hypertension, and diabetes is essential for promoting individual and community health.

Muslims perceptions of safe alcohol use: a qualitative study in the Gulf Council Cooperation countries

AimThe purpose of this study was to explore Muslim’s perceptions and views of raising awareness on safe alcohol use and counterfeit alcohol harms in Islamic countries.Subject and methodsQualitative semi-structured interviews with a purposive sample from the Gulf Council Cooperation (GCC) countries. The data were analysed using a reflexive thematic analysis method.ResultsTwenty-three participants took part in this study. We have identified five themes from the data, including perceptions on alcohol use in the GCC, community’s openness to alcohol discussions, approaches to raising awareness on alcohol use, all forbidden is desirable, and legalisation is the solution. All participants acknowledged the existence of alcohol use in GCC communities and advocated for the need to raise public awareness about the harms of alcohol use. Opinions on approaches to raising awareness varied. Some participants suggested focusing awareness on the religious messages prohibiting alcohol use, emphasising that alcohol is harmful in any quantity. For some, raising awareness of safe alcohol consumption was viewed as accepting and encouraging alcohol use, which goes against Islamic religious beliefs. Some participants attributed alcohol misuse and the consumption of counterfeit alcohol to the ban on alcohol products in some GCC countries.ConclusionsMuslims acknowledge the existence of alcohol use in Muslim communities, yet there is a hesitancy in raising awareness of safe alcohol use. Although challenging, there is a need to combine the public health perspective on safe alcohol use while providing messages that acknowledge the religious aspect.

Humour from the Right: Authoritarian populism and ‘punching down’ laughter in India

This paper examines India’s authoritarian populist politics through a study of humorous speeches made by the nation’s prime minister, Narendra Modi, known for his Hindu supremacist right-wing stance. It qualitatively analyses Modi’s strategic use of humour that targets marginalised groups, including intellectuals, women, people with disabilities, and the Muslim community. The act of suicide and the state of widowhood have also been targets. By employing textual analysis of specific jokes and insults delivered by Modi in public forums, the study demonstrates how carnivalesque speech is used to ‘punch down’ on individuals and groups based on their identity. The paper draws a comparison with Donald Trump’s use of similar humour, noting how both leaders utilise it to destabilise their opposition and mock minorities. Using Mikhail Bakhtin’s carnival theory as a lens, which originally posits a democratic and inclusive potential to subvert power, the study argues that the ‘inverted carnival’ employed by leaders like Modi and Trump serves to consolidate power and undermine minority rights. This research introduces the concept of ‘inverted carnival’ as a new framework for analysing the use of humour in authoritarian populist governance globally.

Women’s Education: Curriculum and Content in the Nineteenth and Early Twentieth Centuries India

The initiation and expansion of women’s formal instruction in India in the pre-Independence time is the legacy of both colonialism and the nineteenth-century reform movement among Indians. The latter, to an extent, was a response to the Westernisation embedded in the colonial processes. In pre-colonial India, institutional and formal education was a rarity for womenfolk, and until the mid-nineteenth century, zenana education or instruction imparted at home was the accepted norm. Several scholars have noted that the nineteenth century saw an intense debate on women’s schooling, especially in relation to the wisdom of educating women, the form it should take, and the purpose it should serve. Historically, women’s education was viewed by most communities as meaningless. Large sections of the population of both Hindu and Muslim communities were content with extending conventional approaches of learning to women and were vehemently opposed to changing it in favour of a modern education either in government schools or missionary schools. At home, women were taught to read religious scriptures and to read and write the vernacular language, although the focus was on learning home crafts and subjects of domestic and practical utility.

Religious contestation and Islamophobia among Iranian communities residing in the Greater Toronto area and York region.

Religion is an omnipresent concern for the Iranian community residing in the Greater Toronto Area and York Region (GTA and YR). While the experience of Islamophobia appears to be a unidirectional attitude from the host onto the diasporic community, this research indicates the complexities of Canada's Muslim experience. According to this research, the Iranian Diasporas present an ingroup Islamophobia by expressing anger and hostility toward Iranian Muslim community members. In an attempt to set communal boundaries by restructuring one's ethnic identity, the historical and environmental factors simultaneously influence social interaction between the Iranian Muslim community and other Iranian-Canadians. This paper examines the Iranian religious identity and its relationship with Iranian history, Western Islamophobia, and non-Islamiosity to examine the Iranian Muslims' experience in Canada.

The psychosocial impacts of the 15 March terrorist attack on the Christchurch Muslim community: A descriptive, cross-sectional assessment.

On 15 March 2019, a white supremacist terrorist carried out sequential attacks on two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand during Friday prayers. This resulted in the loss of 51 lives, 40 others sustained gunshot injuries, and there were approximately 250 survivors. This study aimed to evaluate the impacts on community members, assess clinical needs, facilitate access to appropriate interventions and provide insights into working with a traumatised and diverse population. This cross-sectional study used semi-structured clinical interviews and self-report measures to assess social and demographic factors, mental health disorders and well-being for adult Muslims 11-32 months post-attack. A total of 189 participants completed assessments. The sample was diverse, representing 34 different ethnicities and participant proximity to the attack was complex, with personal and familial exposures. Elevated levels of psychological distress and psychopathology were found with 38% of participants reporting moderate/severe psychological distress on the Kessler-10, 39% reporting post-traumatic stress disorder on the post-traumatic stress disorder checklist-5, and 40% reporting poor well-being or possible depression on the World Health Organization-5 Well Being Index. Secondary stressors were also documented, as well as high scores for post-traumatic growth and the importance of faith. This study provides valuable insights into the repercussions of the Christchurch mosque attack on the affected community, describing the complexity of exposure and the substantial burden of morbidity experienced. It also highlights the high levels of social connectedness and the role of faith in promoting positive outcomes in the recovery process for this population.

Analysis Of Meaning and Moral Education Values of Al Barzanji's Poetry in The Community Environment Cianjur District

The tradition of reading Barzanji's poems in Cianjur District seems to be decreasing and decreasing. The causal factors include 1) the lack of socialization and training from Barzanji speakers towards the younger generation, 2) the lack of interest and attention from the younger generation to learn the recitation of Barzanji's poems, 3) the absence of a specific institution to deepen Islamic cultural art in terms of this is the preservation of the tradition of reading Barzanji's poetry, 4) the rapid flow of infiltration of non-Islamic culture towards the Muslim community so that the Muslim community knows and applies non-Islamic cultures more than the Islamic culture itself. Furthermore, the author conveys that this research will describe the results of data analysis on the meaning and values ​​of Moral Education in the tradition of reading Barzanji's Poems in the community of Cianjur Regency. This method is descriptive. An effort to preserve the Barzanji tradition in the community of Cianjur Regency includes: 1) Improving the learning and training process for the Barzanji Tradition at Majlis Ta'lim and Islamic boarding schools so that the Barzanji tradition can be passed down from generation to generation, 2) Organizing a Barzanji festival periodically with involving religious institutions and schools, especially during religious holidays, 3) making or incorporating Barzanji poetry into teaching materials in Islamic Religious Education or Indonesian language subjects in schools from elementary to tertiary level, 4 ) Carrying out intensive outreach regarding the historicity and meaning of Barzanji's poetry to the wider community both in urban and rural areas.

‘Standing with Each Other’: Indigenous-Muslim Relation-Making on Turtle Island

Within the context of the northern part of Turtle Island, the space of relationships between Indigenous and Muslim communities is one intertwined within the history and geopolitical realities of settler-colonialism and immigration. This paper is an exploration of the theme of space, and relationship formation from the perspective of Muslim and Indigenous peoples in Canada who have engaged in building relations over the past two decades. This article is based on a wider qualitative semi-structured interview-based research project, supported by content analyses of existing literature and online resources produced by relevant organizations and initiatives. The research analysis has led me to thematically organize these spaces into four general types of spaces: 1) organization-led spaces of relationship building; 2) spaces of conviviality as pathways to relationship building; 3) relational spaces defined through acts of documentation; and 4) spiritually and emotionally bonded spaces that transcend a secular framework. This analysis led to identifying practices of relational meaning-making that form a preliminary understanding of what characterizes Indigenous-Muslim relations on Turtle Island.