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View of Islam on earthquakes, human vitality and disaster.

Source :
Disaster Prevention & Management. Jun2009, Vol. 18 Issue 3, p218-232. 15p.
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

The article presents a research paper which aims to increase public participation in reducing the risk of disasters, like earthquakes, in developing countries through Islamic teaching toward communication and education plan. It explores the correlation of Islamic views of disaster and the principle of reduction of earthquake risk. It also discusses Islamic views and ways for disaster risk reduction such as doing good deeds, risk reduction policies, and using the know-how concept. It mentions that the process of reduction of disaster risk and improving the development and safety from disaster are God's way of showing love to human.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09653562
Volume :
18
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Disaster Prevention & Management
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
43355641
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1108/09653560910965600