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Focusing on the intricate relationship between the Iraqi Ba'th regime and Sufism, this study explores the evolution of Sunni Sufi Islam in Iraq from the late Ottoman era through to 2003. It delves into how the regime interacted with Sufi groups, highlighting the political and cultural dynamics at play during this period. The work provides a nuanced understanding of Sufism's role within the broader historical and political context of Iraq.
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State and Sufism in Iraq, David Jordan
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- State and Sufism in Iraq
- Subtitle
- Building a "Moderate Islam" Under Saddam Husayn
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Jordan
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 294
- ISBN13
- 9781032118208
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, Religion & Spirituality, Political Science & Politics, Compatriot and Exile literature
- Description
- Focusing on the intricate relationship between the Iraqi Ba'th regime and Sufism, this study explores the evolution of Sunni Sufi Islam in Iraq from the late Ottoman era through to 2003. It delves into how the regime interacted with Sufi groups, highlighting the political and cultural dynamics at play during this period. The work provides a nuanced understanding of Sufism's role within the broader historical and political context of Iraq.