Shi'Ism Doctrines, Thought, and Spirituality Unknown - 1988
by Seyed Vali Reza Nasr; Hamid Dabashi
From the publisher
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.
Details
- Title Shi'Ism Doctrines, Thought, and Spirituality
- Author Seyed Vali Reza Nasr; Hamid Dabashi
- Binding unknown
- Edition 1st Edition
- Publisher State Univ of New York Pr
- Date August 1988
- ISBN 9780887066894
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.
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