Death as Existence: Symbols and Metaphors in the Islamic Promotion of Martyrdom
Abstract
This project explores the phenomenon of "suicide bombers" through a conceptual analysis of the notions of death and existence, as they appear in the promotion of Islamic martyrdom, both classic and contemporary, Shia and Sunni. The aim in such an endeavor is to understand how such a portrayal can entice an individual to voluntarily engage in self-destructive missions. In seeking to understand the choice of death over life.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Mar 23, 2016
- Source ID
- FA23861514076
Entities
People
- Irm Haleem
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- Nanyang Technological University
- United States Air Force