{"product_id":"sectarianism-in-islam-the-emummaem-divided-9781009315210","title":"Sectarianism in Islam: The \u003cEM\u003eUmma\u003c\/EM\u003e Divided","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSectarian divisions within the Islamic world have long been misunderstood and misconstrued by the media and the general public. This book offers an accessible introduction to the main Muslim sects and schools, tracing the history of the umma and challenging readers to consider the usefulness and scope of the concept of sectarianism in this historical context. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 280 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 November 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cambridge University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSectarian divisions within the Islamic world have long been misunderstood and misconstrued by the media and the general public. In this comprehensive book, Adam R. Gaiser offers an accessible introduction to the main Muslim sects and schools, delving into the roots of the sectarian divide that emerged during the Medieval period. Beginning with the death of Muhammed and the subsequent debate over his successor, Gaiser traces the evolution of the umma (Muslim community) and highlights the emergence of the Sunnis, Shiites, Kharijites, Mutazilites, and Murji a as distinct sects. He explores the historical development, beliefs, and practices of these sects, challenging 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 problematizing the assumptions of previous scholarship, this book is a valuable resource for both new and experienced readers of Islamic history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSectarian divisions within the Islamic world have long been misunderstood and misconstrued by the media and the general public. In this comprehensive book, Adam R. Gaiser offers an accessible introduction to the main Muslim sects and schools, delving into the roots of the sectarian divide that emerged during the Medieval period. Beginning with the death of Muhammed and the subsequent debate over his successor, Gaiser traces the evolution of the umma (Muslim community) and highlights the emergence of the Sunnis, Shiites, Kharijites, Mutazilites, and Murji a as distinct sects. He explores the historical development, beliefs, and practices of these sects, challenging 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 problematizing the assumptions of previous scholarship, this book is a valuable resource for both new and experienced readers of Islamic history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 141g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 152 x 13 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781009315210\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adam R.Gaiser","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44095078301946,"sku":"9781009315210","price":24.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1673618476035_book.jpg?v=1674084728","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/sectarianism-in-islam-the-emummaem-divided-9781009315210","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}