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This paper is based on a field research conducted in West Java. It discusses about contemporary issues about Islamic identity. After 9/11 bombing, Muslim identity became an important concern. Islam after the bombing is often claimed to as related to terrorism1. The concern belongs to all Muslims around the world. Expressions on such a concern are diverse by both Muslims and non-Muslims. One movie of Bollywood (India) was even inspired by the issue. As told, the main character of that movie himself was caught as terrorist at USA airport regarding his Islamic name2. This situation, to a large extent, has caught Muslims? attention in giving names of their children. Naming in Islam has been part of Islamic practice, but again the situation has offered some both challenge and meaningful practice. This is the main issue being discussed in this paper.
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