The phenomenon of religious conversion in Kazakhstan and its influence on personality formation
Anar Zhaxybayeva,
Kaskyrbek Kaliyev,
Temur Amankul
et al.
Abstract:This study investigates the phenomenon of religious conversion among non-Muslim nationalities in Kazakhstan following the collapse of the Soviet government and the resurgence of interest in Islam. Through sociologically in-depth interviews, the research reveals that low religious awareness, marriage to a Muslim, social influence, and the presence of a local Muslim community are pivotal factors driving this conversion process. Moreover, the study highlights the broader societal context, including post-Soviet sp… Show more
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