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Messianic Beliefs and Imperial Politics in Medieval Islam

- The 'Abbasid Caliphate in the Early Ninth Century

About Messianic Beliefs and Imperial Politics in Medieval Islam

Presents an analysis of the dynamic relationship between apocalyptic prophesies and medieval Muslim politics. This book analyzes the role of Muslim messianic and apocalyptic beliefs in the development of the 'Abbasid Caliphate to highlight connections between charismatic authority and institutional developments in the early ninth century.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781570038198
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 216
  • Published:
  • July 30, 2009
  • Dimensions:
  • 237x162x24 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 512 g.
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Expected delivery: November 1, 2024

Description of Messianic Beliefs and Imperial Politics in Medieval Islam

Presents an analysis of the dynamic relationship between apocalyptic prophesies and medieval Muslim politics. This book analyzes the role of Muslim messianic and apocalyptic beliefs in the development of the 'Abbasid Caliphate to highlight connections between charismatic authority and institutional developments in the early ninth century.

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