Jadid Al-Islam: The Jewish "New Muslims" of Meshhed (Raphael Patai Series in Jewish Folklore and Anthropology)

Jadid Al-Islam: The Jewish "New Muslims" of Meshhed (Raphael Patai Series in Jewish Folklore and Anthropology)

Product ID: 0814326528 Condition: USED (All books in used condition)

Payflex: Pay in 4 interest-free payments of R367.00. Read the FAQ
R 1,468
includes Duties & VAT
Delivery: 10-20 working days
Ships from USA warehouse.
Secure Transaction
VISA Mastercard payflex ozow

Product Description

Condition - Very Good

The item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good condition. It may arrive with damaged packaging or be repackaged.

Jadid Al-Islam: The Jewish "New Muslims" of Meshhed (Raphael Patai Series in Jewish Folklore and Anthropology)

In 1839, Muslims attacked the Jews of Meshhed, murdering 36 of them, and forcing the conversion of the rest. While some managed to escape across the Afghan border, and some turned into true believing Muslims, the majority adopted Islam only outwardly, while secretly adhering to their Jewish faith.

Jadid al-Islam is the fascinating story of how this community managed to survive, at the risk of their lives, as crypto-Jews in an inimical Shi'i Muslim environment. Based on unpublished original Persian sources and interviews with members of the existing Meshhed community in Jerusalem and New York, this study documents the history, traditions, tales, customs, and institutions of the Jadid al-Islam-"New Muslims."

Technical Specifications

Country
USA
Brand
Wayne State University Press
Manufacturer
Wayne State University Press
Binding
Hardcover
ItemPartNumber
RKC2010622427
UnitCount
1
EANs
9780814326527