Rose, Tulip and Peony: The Image of Paradise and the “Localized” Islam in China

Al-Janna—Paradise—is the most important image of the afterworld in Islam. The Qur’an describes paradise as an oasis. Along with the spread of Islam, the image of paradise has gradually transformed into a garden with blooming flowers, where different Muslim groups chose their favorite flower based on...

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Main Authors: Chuanbin Zhou, Lanxi Guo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-08-01
Series:Religions
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/11/9/444