Jews and Muslims in London and Amsterdam : : conflict and cooperation, 1990-2020 / / Sipco J. Vellenga and Gerard A. Wiegers.

• Superior document: Routledge studies in religion
• VerfasserIn: Vellenga, Sipco J., 1956-; Wiegers, Gerard, 1959-
• TeilnehmendeR: Wiegers, Gerard, 1959-
• Place / Publishing House: London ;, New York, New York : : Routledge,, [2023]; ©2023
• Year of Publication: 2023
• Language: English
• Series: Routledge studies in religion.
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (423 pages)

Table of Contents

• Intro
• Half Title
• Series Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Dedication
• Contents
• Preface
• Abbreviations
• Introduction
• I.1 About This Book
• I.2 Definitions
• I.3 London and Amsterdam Compared
• I.4 Academic and Social Relevance
• I.5 Means of Comparison
• I.6 Sources and Methods
• I.7 Structure
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• Part I: Framework, Background, and Subject
• 1. Theoretical Approach
• 1.1 Bourdieu's Theory of Practice
• 1.2 Social Identity Theory
• 1.3 Thurlings' Theory of the Social Position, Attitude, and Strategy of Minorities
• 1.4 Research on Contemporary Jewish-Muslim Relations in Europe
• 1.5 Conclusions
• Notes
• References
• 2. Historical Roots
• 2.1 The Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries
• 2.2 The Nineteenth Century
• 2.3 The Twentieth Century up to and Including the Second World War
• 2.4 From the Second World War to the Rushdie Affair
• Notes
• References
• 3. Jews and Muslims in London and Amsterdam
• 3.1 Jews in London
• 3.2 Muslims in London
• 3.3 Jews in Amsterdam
• 3.4 Muslims in Amsterdam
• 3.5 Jews and Muslims in London and Amsterdam Compared
• 3.5.1 Size
• 3.5.2 Recognisable Identity
• 3.5.3 Organisation
• 3.5.4 Social Position
• 3.5.5 Transnational Ties
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• 4. Developments in Jewish-Muslim Relations
• 4.1 Origins
• 4.2 Jewish-Muslim Relations in London
• 4.2.1 The 1990s: An Auspicious Start
• 4.2.2 The 2000s: Explosive Growth
• 4.2.3 The 2010s: Stabilisation and Moderate Growth
• 4.3 Jewish-Muslim Relations in Amsterdam
• 4.3.1 The 1990s: A Cautious Beginning
• 4.3.2 The 2000s: Strong Growth
• 4.3.3 The 2010s: Moderate Growth
• 4.4 Jewish-Muslim Relations in London and Amsterdam Compared
• 4.4.1 Beginnings.
• 4.4.2 Numbers, Size, Professionalism, and Specialisation
• 4.4.3 Religious versus Secular Character
• 4.4.4 Themes
• 4.4.5 Impact
• 4.4.6 Social Embedding
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• Part II: Sources of Conflict and Cooperation
• 5. The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 Terminology
• 5.3 The Conflict
• 5.4 Connections to Israel and the Palestinians
• 5.5 Diversity of Views
• 5.6 A Polarised Discourse
• 5.7 'Selfing' and 'Othering'
• 5.8 Conclusions
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• 6. Antisemitism and Islamophobia
• 6.1 Introduction
• 6.2 Terminology and Approach
• 6.3 Trend in Numbers of Registered Antisemitic and Islamophobic Incidents
• 6.4 Antisemitism and Islamophobia in the Political Domain
• 6.5 A Closer Look at Islamophobia among Jews and Antisemitism among Muslims
• 6.6 Experiences of Antisemitism and Islamophobia and Reactions
• 6.7 The Public Debate on 'New Antisemitism'
• 6.8 Reactions by Jewish and Islamic Institutions
• 6.9 The Policies of National and Local Governments
• 6.10 Conclusions
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• 7. Attacks on Jewish and Muslim Targets
• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Terminology and Approach
• 7.3 The Development of the Terrorist Threat since 1990
• 7.4 Experiences of Attacks and Reactions
• 7.5 The Public Debate on Attacks
• 7.6 The Reaction of Jewish and Islamic Institutions
• 7.7 The Policies of National and Local Governments
• 7.8 Conclusions
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• 8. War Commemorations
• 8.1 Introduction
• 8.2 Terminology and Approach
• 8.3 Commemorations in the UK and the Involvement of Jews and Muslims
• 8.3.1 Remembrance Day.
• 8.3.2 Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD)
• 8.3.3 Kristallnacht Commemorations
• 8.3.4 Srebrenica Remembrance Day
• 8.4 Commemorations in the Netherlands and the Involvement of Jews and Muslims
• 8.4.1 4 and 5 May
• 8.4.2 The National Auschwitz Commemoration and Holocaust Memorial Day
• 8.4.3 The February Strike Commemoration
• 8.4.4 Kristallnacht Commemorations (1992-2019)
• 8.4.5 National Srebrenica Day
• 8.5 A Comparison of Jewish-Muslim Relations with Regard to War Commemorations in the UK and the Netherlands
• 8.5.1 Kristallnacht Commemorations
• 8.5.2 Srebrenica Memorial Day
• 8.6 Conclusions
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• 9. Connecting Themes
• 9.1 Introduction
• 9.2 Perceived Similarities of Religion and Culture
• 9.2.1 Interreligious Dialogue: Practices around Texts
• 9.2.1.1 London
• 9.2.1.2 Amsterdam
• 9.2.2 Interreligious Dialogue: Rituals and Festivals
• 9.2.2.1 London
• 9.2.2.2 Amsterdam
• 9.2.3 Culture: Theatre, Music, and Film
• 9.2.3.1 London
• 9.2.3.2 Amsterdam
• 9.3 Promotion of Common Interests in the Public Domain
• 9.3.1 London
• 9.3.2 Amsterdam
• 9.4 Contributions to Neighbourhoods, Cities, Countries, and the World
• 9.4.1 London
• 9.4.2 Amsterdam
• 9.5 Conclusions
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• Part III: Analyses and Conclusions
• 10. Jewish-Muslim Relations Analysed
• 10.1 Introduction
• 10.2 Institutional Factors: Ideology, Strategy, and Practical Matters
• 10.2.1 Ideology
• 10.2.2 Social Identity Strategies
• 10.2.3 Initiators, Organisation, and Resources
• 10.2.3.1 Initiators
• 10.2.3.2 Organisation
• 10.2.3.3 Resources
• 10.3 Positional Factors: Perceived Positions, Attitudes, and Strategies
• 10.3.1 Openness and Cooperation Strategies
• 10.3.2 Militancy and Conflict Strategies.
• 10.3.3 Fear and Avoidance Strategies
• 10.3.4 Indifferentism and Renunciation Strategies
• 10.4 Contextual Factors
• 10.4.1 Historical Factors
• 10.4.2 Trigger Factors
• 10.4.3 Public Opinion
• 10.4.4 Mainstream Christian Churches
• 10.4.5 Media
• 10.4.5.1 Portrayal of Jews and Muslims
• 10.4.5.2 Media and the Case of the 'Third Gaza War'
• 10.4.6 National and Local Governments
• 10.4.6.1 Support for Jewish-Muslim Dialogue and Cooperation
• 10.4.6.2 Equal and Unequal Treatment
• 10.4.6.3 The Treatment of Muslims in Anti-radicalisation and Anti-terrorism Policy
• Notes
• References
• Media Articles
• Publications
• Internet sources
• 11. Conclusions, Discussion, and Looking Ahead
• 11.1 Introduction
• 11.2 Conclusions
• 11.3 Discussion
• 11.4 Looking Ahead
• Notes
• References
• Media Article
• Publications
• Internet Sources
• Appendices
• Appendix I List of Institutions with Reference to Bilateral Jewish-Muslim Cooperation in London
• Appendix II List of Institutions with Reference to Bilateral Jewish-Muslim Cooperation in Amsterdam
• Appendix III Interview Topic List
• Background information about the organisation/project
• Background information about the respondent
• The organisation/project
• The organisation/project and external organisations, groups, and networks
• Notes
• Index.