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Cyber Sites and Islamic Studies
Author: Dr. Ali Mohmad Rather (Singapore)
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Reccive: 18/12/2016 Accept: 28/09/2017

Abstract
The coming of Internet and computer has revolutionised the
communication field globally. The information is at one tip of
a person. It is very easy for any person to be aware about
different branches of knowledge and same can be applied to
world of religion. The Islam which is a global religion has
been greatly influenced positively as well as negatively by the
new technology. The use of cyber sites of Islamic knowledge
is approved and million can benefit from it within time and
space benefit. However, along with tremendous advantages of
has great many abuses as well.

Key Words: Islamic Studies, Global Religion, Cyber Sites

Introduction
The dissemination of religious knowledge in the Muslim
world was limited due to weak communication system.
Islamic literature was communicated through the medium
of books. The translation of the Qur’an, Tajweed, Hadith,
Tafseer, and Fiqh among others was available only in text
form. However, ICT has created an environment whereby
Islamic resources can be converted into digital forms and
distributed easily worldwide.
In numerous developed countries, Islamic resources
remain highly limited. Many in the developing world are
illiterate or do not have the opportunity to read books. Despite
the end goal being to educate such persons, it is surprising
that Islamic literature in audio form remains limited.

1. Lecturer of Sociology, Srinagar, amrather2003@yahoo.co.in