Why is the notion that “Muslims don’t approve of music” problematic? Give examples
What will be an ideal response?
• While it is true that certain Muslim individuals and communities condemn music and musicians in the name of religion (e.g., "fanatic," "fundamentalist," "Islamist," and conservative groups like the Afghani-based Taliban), in truth, a "wealth of musical genres and styles exist in Islamic communities throughout the world. . . . [R]itual speech, like the call to prayer, the verses of the Qur' an [believed to be the word of God], and even group prayer are almost always intoned or chanted rather than simply spoken."
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A. a parable of human salvation using the metaphor of alchemy B. a visualization of a satirical poem by Jacob Cats C. related to the theme of "the power of women" D. an image of life in paradise
How does the Reims portal sculpture of the Visitation differ from earlier Gothic portal sculpture? a. The figures are attached to the architectural background. b. The columns do not restrain the figures' movements
c. The figures are isolated in their frames. d. This is the first time women appear on portal sculpture.
What world music is this piece most likely influenced by?
a. Cuban music b. Eastern European folk music c. Japanese music d. Reggae music
A landmark of the Hellenistic Age is the
A. Apollo Belvedere. B. theater at Epidaurus. C. Calf-Bearer. D. Parthenon.