Muslim and Christian Attitudes toward Fasting in Southeast Asia

Fasting is practiced by members of every worldwide religion. A study of this phenomenon offers an opportunity to understand the similarities and differences among these religions. The research involved the study of 1,437 students at five Southeast Asian universities. The sample included Muslims, Rom...

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Main Author: Tamney, Joseph B. (Author)
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Published: Sage Publications 1977
In: Review of religious research
Year: 1977, Volume: 19, Issue: 1, Pages: 3-15
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