Format:
1 Online-Ressource
ISBN:
9789004491434
,
9789004109544
Series Statement:
Islamic History and Civilization 20
Content:
This volume deals with the history of popular religion in Turkey from its origins in the 13th century; the formation of the heterodoxies known as Bektashism and Alevism which are characterised by their syncretism and their religious tolerance; and the bipartition of these currents, both of which refer to the popular saint Hadji Bektash. This fascinating book analyses their beliefs and practices, offers a summary of their rich literature, and treats of the present evolution of these currents, their further prospects, and their anthropocentric, inter-denominational and ecumenical character
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe Hadji Bektach: un mythe et ses avatars : Genèse et évolution du soufisme populaire en Turquie Leiden : BRILL, 1998 9789004109544
Language:
English
DOI:
10.1163/9789004491434
