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The book delves into the 900-year history of the 'saint cult' and shrine-complex of Shaykh al-Islam Ahmad-i Jam, detailing its origins, peak, decline, and resurgence. Initially waning under Iran's early Shi'i rulers, the cult has experienced a revival under the Ayatollahs, despite its Sunni roots. This exploration highlights the complex interplay between religious identity and political power throughout Iranian history.
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The Sufi Saint of Jam, Shivan Mahendrarajah
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- Released
- 2022
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Shivan Mahendrarajah
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 308
- ISBN13
- 9781108813570
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- The book delves into the 900-year history of the 'saint cult' and shrine-complex of Shaykh al-Islam Ahmad-i Jam, detailing its origins, peak, decline, and resurgence. Initially waning under Iran's early Shi'i rulers, the cult has experienced a revival under the Ayatollahs, despite its Sunni roots. This exploration highlights the complex interplay between religious identity and political power throughout Iranian history.