Shia Islam and Politics

Shia Islam and Politics
Author: Jon Armajani
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2020-05-20
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1793621365

This book argues that ever since Iran’s Islamic Revolution in 1979, which established a Shia Islamic government in Iran, that country’s religious and political leaders have used Shia Islam as a crucial way of expanding Iran’s objectives in the Middle East and beyond. Since 1979, Iran’s religious and political leaders have been concerned about Iran’s security in the face of the hostility and expansionism of the United States and other western countries, and the threats from powerful neighboring Sunni leaders and countries. While Iran’s government has attempted to align itself with Shia Muslims in various countries, such as Iraq and Lebanon, against American and Sunni expansionism, the Iranian government has attempted to religiously nourish and politically mobilize those Shias as a matter of principle, not only because of the Iranian government’s desires to protect Iran from external threats. The book analyzes Shia Islam and politics in Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon which have among the largest proportional Shia populations in the Middle East and are vibrant centers of Shia intellectual life. The book's clear and jargon-free approach make it especially accessible for students and general readers who would like an introduction to the book's topics.

Shi'a Islam

Shi'a Islam
Author: Heinz Halm
Publisher:
Total Pages: 200
Release: 1997
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

Attempts to explain the bewildering events in the Middle East.

After the Prophet

After the Prophet
Author: Lesley Hazleton
Publisher: Anchor
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2010-09-07
Genre: History
ISBN: 0385523947

In this gripping narrative history, Lesley Hazleton tells the tragic story at the heart of the ongoing rivalry between the Sunni and Shia branches of Islam, a rift that dominates the news now more than ever. Even as Muhammad lay dying, the battle over who would take control of the new Islamic nation had begun, beginning a succession crisis marked by power grabs, assassination, political intrigue, and passionate faith. Soon Islam was embroiled in civil war, pitting its founder's controversial wife Aisha against his son-in-law Ali, and shattering Muhammad’s ideal of unity. Combining meticulous research with compelling storytelling, After the Prophet explores the volatile intersection of religion and politics, psychology and culture, and history and current events. It is an indispensable guide to the depth and power of the Shia–Sunni split.

Shia Women

Shia Women
Author: Diane D'Souza
Publisher:
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2012
Genre: Religious life
ISBN: 9788189884741

On the customs, practices, and doctrines of Shīʻah women; partially discusses religious life and status of women in Shia sect of Islam.

Islam

Islam
Author: compiled form Wikipedia entries and published by Dr Googelberg
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 437
Release:
Genre:
ISBN: 1291215212

World and Its Peoples

World and Its Peoples
Author: Marshall Cavendish
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
Total Pages: 1712
Release: 2006-09
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780761475712

An eleven-volume guide to the geography, history, economy, government, culture and daily life of countries of the Middle East, western Asia and northern Africa.

British Muslims and Their Discourses

British Muslims and Their Discourses
Author: Laurens de Rooij
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2024-01-17
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3031450132

This book highlights the changing dynamics of Muslim identity and integration in Britain, focusing on the post-9/11 era. Historically, Muslims faced discrimination based on ethnicity rather than religion. However, contemporary discrimination against Muslims is rooted in different reasons, with events like the Rushdie affair significantly impacting multicultural relations. This study analyzes the evolving multicultural landscape in Britain, exploring the shift from predominantly assimilationist policies to a more mutual process of integration. It delves into the emergence of interfaith dialogue as well as the complexities surrounding the intersection of race, religion, gender, and identity. The research examines two key themes: the discursive positioning of Islam beyond integration and terrorism narratives, and the operationalization of identity by Muslims in various contexts. The study employs empirical methods and cultural studies theories to understand how individual and social practices intersect in this context. By doing so, it contributes to Islamic studies, socio-political studies, and cultural studies, shedding light on the discourses that shape and are shaped by Muslim lives in Britain. The analysis encompasses diverse perspectives, from macro-level societal discourses to micro-level individual actions, thus providing a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted experiences of Muslims in Britain.

The World Factbook 2009

The World Factbook 2009
Author:
Publisher: Government Printing Office
Total Pages: 816
Release: 2009
Genre: Gazetteers
ISBN: 9780160873591

The ultimate authoritative source for information on all the nations of the world. Provides current data for more than 250 countries and territories.