Unlock the depths of Islam in Southeast Asia with this scholarly exploration of adab, or beautiful behavior. Discover how piety, politics, and everyday ethics profoundly shape Muslim communities in Malaysia and Indonesia. This interdisciplinary study delves into the multifaceted meanings and societal applications of adab, offering nuanced insights into Islamic civilization and the lived experiences of Muslims. Essential for students and scholars of global Islam, religious ethics, and Southeast Asian studies, this book illuminates the practical dimensions of Islamic practice and thought in a vital region.