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Guardians of Shi'ism

- Sacred Authority and Transnational Family Networks

About Guardians of Shi'ism

Offers a study of transnational Shi'ism that explains the constitution of clerical leadership patterns across borders. This book compares the roles of Shi'i clerics in contemporary affairs with the traditional system of religious authority (the marja'iyya), political organisations and international charities.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780748691449
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 288
  • Published:
  • January 30, 2015
  • Dimensions:
  • 236x163x18 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 572 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: December 6, 2024

Description of Guardians of Shi'ism

Offers a study of transnational Shi'ism that explains the constitution of clerical leadership patterns across borders. This book compares the roles of Shi'i clerics in contemporary affairs with the traditional system of religious authority (the marja'iyya), political organisations and international charities.

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