Lesson 11: Review Islam

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Lesson 11: Review Islam

Program

1. Welcome!

2. Discuss homework

3. LessonUp group

4. What to study?

Examine migration patterns and numbers (e.g., Turkish and Moroccan guest workers in the 1960s and 1970s). Use: CBS.nl, https://50jaarmigratie.nl/

Theme 1: Historical Context

1. Which regions in the Netherlands saw the earliest Muslim presence, and why?

2. What challenges did early Muslims face?

3. What stands out about the growth of mosques in the Netherlands since 1970?

4. What could be the reasons for this growth?

Theme 2: Distribution of Mosques and Communities

5. What do you notice about the geographic distribution of mosques?

6. How does this distribution relate to urban versus rural areas?

7. Look at the origins of Muslims in the Netherlands. Which countries are mentioned?

Ethical Reflection:

8. Why is it important to provide space for religious diversity in a country like the Netherlands?

9. What can you do to promote understanding and respect for other religions?

Theme 1: Historical Context

1. Which regions in the Netherlands saw the earliest Muslim presence, and why?

The earliest Muslim presence was primarily in urban areas such as Rotterdam and Amsterdam, due to the arrival of guest workers from countries like Turkey and Morocco during the 1960s. These cities were industrial hubs offering employment opportunities.

2. What challenges did early Muslims face?

Early Muslims faced challenges such as cultural adaptation, limited religious infrastructure (e.g., lack of mosques), and discrimination or misunderstanding from local communities.

3. What stands out about the growth of mosques in the Netherlands since 1970?

The number of mosques has significantly increased since the 1970s, reflecting the growing Muslim population and their need for spaces to practice their faith.

4. What could be the reasons for this growth?

Reasons for this growth include the arrival of more Muslim immigrants, the establishment of families by earlier immigrants, and the increasing organization of Muslim communities advocating for their religious needs.

Theme 2: Distribution of Mosques and Communities

5. What do you notice about the geographic distribution of mosques?

Mosques are concentrated in larger cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague, where Muslim populations are higher. There are fewer mosques in rural areas.

6. How does this distribution relate to urban versus rural areas?

The concentration of mosques in urban areas corresponds to the higher density of Muslim communities in cities. Rural areas, with smaller and more dispersed Muslim populations, have fewer mosques.

7. Look at the origins of Muslims in the Netherlands. Which countries are mentioned?

The origins of Muslims in the Netherlands often include Turkey, Morocco, Suriname, Indonesia, and more recently, countries affected by conflict, such as Syria and Afghanistan.

Reflection

8. Why is it important to provide space for religious diversity in a country like the Netherlands?

Providing space for religious diversity fosters social cohesion, mutual respect, and inclusivity. It aligns with the Dutch values of tolerance and freedom of religion, ensuring that all communities feel recognized and valued.

9. What can you do to promote understanding and respect for other religions?

You can engage in open and respectful dialogue, educate yourself about different religions, participate in interfaith activities, and stand against prejudice or discrimination when you encounter it.

LessonUp PP

Join the group: https://lessonUp.app/invite/group/laajf

What to study?

Paragraphs: 1.1; 1.2; 1.3; 1.4; 1.5; 2.1; 2.4; 2.5; 

Notes from class: 

Islam in Golden Century -> you can explain some key characteristics of this period

Islam in NL

Characteristics of a ritual