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Religious Revival and Secularism in Post-Soviet Azerbaijan - n.a. (Hardcover)
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Religious Revival and Secularism in Post-Soviet Azerbaijan - n.a. (Hardcover)
Series: Religion and Society
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The book explores the complex world of Islam from the perspective
of its adherents and activists in Azerbaijan. Baku, the most
secular Muslim capital city, is a battlefield for the minds and
souls of "ethnic Muslims." Visiting pirs was till now the typical
expression of religiosity among Azerbaijani Muslims. Sunni-Shia
division was blurred. Nowadays, Shia and Sunni Muslim movements
propose new distinctive identities. Foreign and local preachers
took advantage of liberal religious policies of the 1990s to
promote their ideas. Salafis stress the "pristine" Islam and the
idea of universalism, while Shias underline rationality in their
faith tradition. Turkish model of Islam is more inclusive towards
local customs. Sufism, although not as powerful as before, also
finds a committed audience. Finally, independent charismatic local
leaders gain supporters. The book investigates how this pluralism
affects both religious groups and believers. Competitive
environment requires effective strategies and flexibility. In this
process, the traditional dominance of Shiism is challenged by Sunni
movements. Shiism, however, is not giving up and adapts its
concepts and practices to contemporary contexts.
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