Sufism and Islamic Reform in Egypt: The Battle for Islamic Tradition (Oxford Oriental Monographs)

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pp. 323, spine sunned, “The tension between tradition and reform in the Arab world is one of the most urgent and problematic issues of today. The Sufis of Egypt are one of the most important sects in the Islamic world. Using material recorded at Sufi gatherings over the last five years, this book presents a contemporary, balanced study of their attempts to reform Sufism from within and maintain its traditions in defense of hostile criticism.”

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ISBN 0198267576
ISBN13 9780198267577
Number of pages 323
Original Title Sufism and Islamic Reform in Egypt: The Battle for Islamic Tradition
Published Date 1996
Book Condition Veruy Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication U.S.A.
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