Muslim Identity in the Speeches of Mahathir Mohamad

Islam is a misunderstood religion and Muslims suffer from a negative image of being violent and terrorist. The Western projection of the Muslim image falls short of the real identity of Muslims. Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, considered outspoken by the West, has not only set the foundation for the mater...

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Authors: Haque, Muhammed Shahriar (Author) ; Khan, Mahmud Hasan (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: [publisher not identified] 2004
In: Intellectual discourse
Year: 2004, Volume: 12, Issue: 2
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Summary:Islam is a misunderstood religion and Muslims suffer from a negative image of being violent and terrorist. The Western projection of the Muslim image falls short of the real identity of Muslims. Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, considered outspoken by the West, has not only set the foundation for the materialization of the true Muslim identity but has also been bold enough to point out the weaknesses of the Muslim communities of the world. An analysis of selected speeches and an interview of the former Prime Minister of Malaysia shows how he constructs and consolidates the Muslim identity in his discourse from a critical discourse analysis perspective.
ISSN:2289-5639
Contains:Enthalten in: Intellectual discourse