Sufi Bodies: Religion and Society in Medieval Islam
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Between 1300 and 1500 C.E. a new form of Sufi Islam took hold among central Islamic peoples, joining individuals through widespread networks resembling today's prominent paths and orders. Understanding contemporary Sufism requires a sophisticated analysis of these formative years. Moving beyond a straight account of leaders and movements, Shahzad Bashir weaves a rich history around the depiction of bodily actions by Sufi masters and disciples,...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0231144911
ISBN13:9780231144919
Release Date:September 2013
Publisher:Columbia University Press
Length:296 Pages
Weight:0.75 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"
Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher
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