ebook img

The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 PDF

306 Pages·2015·2.6 MB·English
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 PDF Free - Full Version

by Nathan Hofer| 2015| 306 pages| 2.6| English

About The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325

A social political and religious history of Sufism in Medieval EgyptAfter the fall of the Fatimid Empire in 1171 and the emergence of a new Sunni polity under the Ayyubids Sufism came to extraordinary prominence in Egypt The state founded and funded hospices to attract foreign Sufis to Egypt local charismatic Sufi masters appeared throughout Upper and Lower Egypt organised Sufi brotherhoods emerged in the urban centres of Cairo and Alexandria and even Jews took up the doctrines and practices of the Sufis By the middle of the Mamluk period in the 14th century Sufism had become massively popular How and why did this popularisation happen This book is the first to address this issue directly surveying the social formation and histories of several different Sufi collectivities from this period Arguing that the popularisation of Sufism during this time was the direct result of deliberate and variegated Sufi programs of outreach strategies of legitimation and performances of authority across Egypt these programs strategies and performances are situated within the social and political contexts of the institutionalisation of Sufism audience participation and Ayyubid and Mamluk state policies Key FeaturesOffers a wide ranging description of the variegated social landscape of Sufism in Ayyubid and early Mamluk EgyptPresents a new theoretical model to describe the institutionalisation and popularisation of SufismCase studies of three different groups of Sufis in medieval Egypt track this institutionalisation and popularisationA heuristic framework connects Sufism to larger social and political trends in medieval Egypt

Detailed Information

Author:Nathan Hofer
Publication Year:2015
ISBN:9780748694228
Pages:306
Language:English
File Size:2.6
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 by Nathan Hofer completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 on my mobile device?

After downloading The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 by Nathan Hofer. You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download The Popularisation of Sufism in Ayyubid and Mamluk Egypt, 1173-1325 PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.