Description: Alevi Identity by Tord Olsson, Elisabeth Ozdalga, Catharina Raudvere In Turkey, with its complex ethnic and cultural composition, a large number of social movements fostering cultural and ethnic aims have appeared since the end of the 1960s, including the Alevi, described in this text. Comparative studies of groups in neighbouring countries are also included. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In the rising momentum for new and reformulated cultural identities, the Turkish Alevi have also emerged on the scene, demanding due recognition. In this process a number of dramatic events have served as important milestones: the clashes between Sunni and Alevi in Kahramanmaras in 1979 and Corum in 1980, the incendiarism in Sivas in 1992, and the riots in Istanbul (Gaziosmanpasa) in 1995. Less evocative, but in the long run more significant, has been the rising interest in Alevi folklore and religious practices. Questions have also arisen as to what this branch of Islamic heterodoxy represents in terms of old and new identities. In this book, these questions are addressed by some of the most prominent scholars in the field. Back Cover In the rising momentum for new and reformulated cultural identities, the Turkish Alevi have also emerged on the scene, demanding due recognition. In this process a number of dramatic events have served as important milestones: the clashes between Sunni and Alevi in Kahramanmaras in 1979 and Corum in 1980, the incendiarism in Sivas in 1992, and the riots in Istanbul (Gaziosmanpasa) in 1995. Less evocative, but in the long run more significant, has been the rising interest in Alevi folklore and religious practices. Questions have also arisen as to what this branch of Islamic heterodoxy represents in terms of old and new identities. In this book, these questions are addressed by some of the most prominent scholars in the field. Author Biography Tord Olsson, Elisabeth Ozdalga, Catharina Raudvere Table of Contents Preface, Bektashi/K?z?lba?: Historical Bipartition and Its Consequences, On Bektashism in Bosnia, Anthropology and Ethnicity: The Place of Ethnography in the New Alevi Movement, Academic and Journalistic Publications on the Alevi and Bektashi of Turkey, The Function of Alevi-Bektashi Theology in Modern Turkey, Political Alevism versus Political Sunnism: Convergences and Divergences, Development and Reformulation of a Returnee Identity as Alevi, Alevi Revivalism in Turkey, State-Community Relations in the Restructuring of Alevism, Ottoman Modernisation and Sabetaism, A Critical Survey on Ahl-e Haqq Studies in Europe and Iran, Taq?ya or Civil Religion? Druze Religious Specialists in the Framework of the Lebanese Confessional State, The Druze Religious Will as a Political Instrument, Alevis in Turkey—Alawites in Syria: Similarities and Differences, The Gnosis of Mountaineers and Townspeople. The Religion of the Syrian Alawites or the Nusairis, Urban Visions and Religious Communities: Access and Visibility, Epilogue: The scripturalization of Ali-oriented religions., List of participants Review As no one with a serious interest in modern Turkey can afford to ignore the Alevi, this book, with its numerous illustrations, some in colour, will become essential reading. Its penetrating insights into a vibrant community facing profound challenges will help the reader understand what underpins the lives of millions of Alevis. - J.D. Norton, British Journal of Middle Eastern Studies Details ISBN0700710884 Author Catharina Raudvere Short Title ALEVI IDENTITY Series Swedish Research Institute in Istanbul, Language English ISBN-10 0700710884 ISBN-13 9780700710881 Media Book Format Paperback Series Number 8 Illustrations Yes Year 1998 Subtitle Cultural, Religious and Social Perspectives Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edited by Elisabeth Ozdalga Affiliation all of the Swedish Research Institute, Istanbul, Turkey Edition 1st DOI 10.1604/9780700710881 UK Release Date 1998-10-05 AU Release Date 1998-10-05 NZ Release Date 1998-10-05 Pages 222 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Publication Date 1998-10-05 Alternative 9780700710874 DEWEY 305.6971 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Imprint Routledge We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134436953;
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ISBN-13: 9780700710881
Book Title: Alevi Identity
Number of Pages: 222 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Alevi Identity: Cultural, Religious and Social Perspectives
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publication Year: 1998
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Item Height: 280 mm
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Author: Tord Olsson, Catharina Raudvere, Elisabeth Ozdalga
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