Shi'Ism: Doctrines, Thought, and Spirituality - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0887066909 ISBN 13: 9780887066900

Publisher: State Univ of New York Pr, 1656

Synopsis

This is an anthology of the most significant writing on the doctrinal, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions of Shicism. The works included here foster an interpretive understanding of Shicism in its dogmatic and cognitive aspects.

The intent of this book is to balance the attention that has been focused on the political aspect of Shicism. Shicism is often seen, not only as an essentially political phenomenon, but as a creed of violence. Understanding Shicism in its total reality will encourage a more balanced approach to issues which are viewed mostly politically. While not denying the importance of political manifestations, this book offers an understanding of the often neglected religious beliefs and spiritual practices of this world community.

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About the Author

Seyyed Hossein Nasr is University Professor of Islamic Studies at George Washington University. Hamid Dabashi is Lecturer at the Department of Sociology at the University of Pennsylvania. Seyyed Vali Reza Nasr is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Political Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Edition details

• Publisher: State Univ of New York Pr
• Publication date: 1656
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0887066909
• ISBN 13: 9780887066900
• Binding: Paperback
• Editor: Seyyed Hossein Nasr, Hamid Dabashi, Seyyed Vali Reza Nasr