Shi′ism 2e (New Edinburgh Islamic Surveys) - Softcover

Halm, Heinz

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0231135874 ISBN 13: 9780231135870

Publisher: Columbia University Press, 2020

Synopsis

Heinz Halm's work presents a thorough and accessible discussion of the history, theology, and current state of this branch of Islam. Newly revised, Shi'ism includes updated information on the fate of the Shi'ite revolution in Iran as well as a new chapter on Iraq. Observing a tradition more than 1000 years old, Shi'ites represent 10 percent of the Muslim population, or 100 million people. Halm explores how Shi'ism differs from the rest of Islam, discussing the prominence of its authorities, the Imams, as well as its legal system, practices of worship, places of pilgrimages, and a religious ethos characterized by a fervor to suffer for the cause. Additionally, Halm provides a lucid survey of the various branches of Shi'ism, paying attention to their historical, organizational, and theological developments. The book also considers the appeal and impact of Imams in contemporary Shi'ism and their interpretation of the social and economic problems gripping the Islamic world.

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Review:

"A good primer to the complex subject of Shi'ism. It should be on the bookshelves of all good libraries and personal collections." -- "The Muslim News"

"A good primer to the complex subject of Shi'ism. It should be on the bookshelves of all good libraries and personal collections." -- The Muslim News

"A good primer to the complex subject of Shi'ism. It should be on the bookshelves of all good libraries and personal collections." -- "The Muslim News"

About the Author:

Heinz Halm is professor of Islamic studies at the University of Tubingen, Germany. He is the author of several books on Islam, including Shi'a Islam: From Religion to Revolution.

About this edition

• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Publication date: 2020
• ISBN 10: 0231135874
• ISBN 13: 9780231135870
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 288