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Sectarianism in Islam - The Umma Divided (Paperback)
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Sectarianism in Islam - The Umma Divided (Paperback)
Series: Themes in Islamic History
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Sectarian divisions within the Islamic world have long been
misunderstood and misconstrued by the media and the general public.
In this book, Adam R. Gaiser offers an accessible introduction to
the main Muslim sects and schools, returning to the roots of the
sectarian divide in the Medieval period. Beginning with the death
of Muhammed and the ensuing debate over who would succeed him,
Gaiser outlines how the umma (Muslim community) came to be divided.
He traces the history of the main Muslim sects and schools - the
Sunnis, Shi'ites, Kharijites, Mu'tazila and Murji'a - and shows how
they emerged, developed, and diverged from one another. Exploring
how medieval Muslims understood the idea of 'sect', Gaiser
challenges readers to consider the usefulness and scope of the
concept of 'sectarianism' in this historical context. Providing an
overview of the main Muslim sects while problematising the
assumptions of previous scholarship, this is a valuable resource
for both new and experienced readers of Islamic history.
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