The Inculturation of a Transnational Islamic Missionary Movement: Tablighi Jamaat al-Dawa and Muslim Society in Southern Thailand

Key Points

• This research examines the role of Tablighi Jamaat al-Dawa in shaping Muslim society and culture in Southern Thailand.
• Interdisciplinary approach combining anthropology, sociology, and history.
• Empirical analysis of the Tablighi Jamaat's influence on local communities.
• Focus on social and cultural changes related to migration and religious practices.
• Identification of significant cultural changes within Muslim communities influenced by Tablighi Jamaat.
• Evidence of increased community engagement and participation in religious activities.
• Shifts in social dynamics and identity among local Muslims due to the movement's teachings.