From infallible imams to ayatollahs in iran, shi i islam has long been a prominent, if misunderstood, branch of islam. Moojan momen has 28 books on goodreads with 972 ratings. For coverage of the shi a interpretatations of sharia law, the book an introduction to shi i islam. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read shii islam. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. See also seyyed hossein nasr, hamid dabashi, and seyyed vali reza nasr eds. The history and doctrines of twelver shiism, by moojan momen ali quli qarai. The history and doctrines of twelver shi ism, by moojan momen 1985.
The shia revival how conflicts within islam will shape the. From infallible imams to ayatollahs in iran, shii islam has long been a prominent. Dr moojan momen is author of a number of books on world religions including an introduction to shii islam. Dr moojan momen provides readers with an accessible and insightful introduction to the shi i branch of islam, taking us from its beginnings after the death of the prophet muhammad through to the present day. The history and doctrines of twelver shiism oxford. Introduction the book is an attempt to present a general outline of the doctrines. History and doctrines of twelver shiism by moojan momen books to read online. The history and doctrines of twelver shi ism by moojan momen has been recommended as a good source of information. Life of muhammad pbs series virtual hadj go to top quran study resources and notes wilmette institute class page 1 of 26 larry peifer, carlsbad california 22 july 2016. It deals with the history and development of this important religion, giving an account of shii doctrines and focusing in particular on those. He is a wellknown scholar of the bahai faith, having written a number of books and articles on aspects of its history, the first one, on the life of dr esslemont, published in 1972. Moojan momen is a graduate of the university of cambridge and a medical doctor by profession. In this beginners guide, dr moojan momen offers an accessible and comprehensive overview of shi ism, tracing the history of the community, its leadership and doctrines, from its inception to modern times. Shi i islam by moojan momen from infallible imams to ayatollahs in iran, shi ism has long been a prominent, if misunderstood, branch of islam.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Momen s book fills an important gap in the general literature. Crisis and consolidation in the formative period of shiite islam. It deals with the history and development of this important religion, giving an account of shii doctrines and focusing in particular on those areas in which it differs from sunni islam. But theological differences between the shi ah and sunni muslims have led to sectarian violence, massacres and the desecration of holy sites. This book is a general introduction to shii islamspecifically to twelver shiism, to which the majority of shiis belong today. As well as providing a historical overview, the book also introduces readers to shi i doctrines and practices, explains the key differences between the shi i and sunni branches of islam. This course aims to teach something of the history and teachings of the twelver shii branch of islam.
In this beginners guide, dr moojan momen offers an accessible and comprehensive overview of shii islam, tracing. An introduction to shii islam bahai library online. It deals with the history and development of this important religion, giving an account of shi i doctrines and focusing in particular on those areas in which it differs from sunni islam. The iranian revolution of 1979 and recent events in lebanon have greatly increased western interest in the shi i branch of islam, which is much less known than sunni islam. Introduction to shi i islam by moojan momen, yale university press. The succession to muhammad is clearly the key question in shi i islam and the principal factor separating shi is from the sunni majority.
Community and culture in changing social contexts by christoph marcinkowski berlin 2010. Moojan momen has written extensively on iran and middle east religion. This book is a general introduction to shi i islamspecifically to twelver shi ism, to which the majority of shi is belong today. An introduction to shi i islam download ebook pdf, epub. This chapter is intended to set the background for the emergence of shii islam. We cannot guarantee that an introduction to shi i islam book is in the library, but if you are still not sure with the service, you can choose free trial service. Moojan momen bahaipedia, an encyclopedia about the bahai faith. This book is a general introduction to shi i islam specifically to twelver shi ism, to which the majority of shi is belong today. Click download or read online button to an introduction to shi i islam book pdf for free now. An introduction to shi i islam download an introduction to shi i islam ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format. Browse gift certificates drmfree books my ebooks my account.
Includes biographies of prominent historical figures. As well as providing a historical overview, the book also introduces readers to shi i. It examines what the shi i believe, how they see themselves and how they view the world. Wendi and moojan momen the following pages represent our interests. Moojan momen is an independent scholar who was born in iran, but was raised and educated in england, attending the university of cambridge. It will consist mostly of a survey of the life of muhammad and a brief outline of the early history of islam as well as some of the fundamental elements of the teachings contained in the quran. The iranian revolution of 1979 and recent events in lebanon have greatly increased western interest in the shii branch of islam, which is much less known than sunni islam.
Moojan momen studies area studies, qajar period, and shi ism. Introduction to shi i islam, an, by moojan momen 1985. New and used copies may be found to purchase online. For more information on early shia history, see moojan momen, an introduction to shii islam new haven. Buy moojan momen ebooks to read online or download in pdf or epub on your pc, tablet or mobile device.
This book is a general introduction to shii islamspecifically to twelver shiism. The book is not an introduction or guide to islam in general, and therefore he focuses exclusively what distinguishes shi i muslims from sunni muslims, and furthermore what distinguishes the three main sects of shi i islam from one another. The history and doctrines of twelver shiism, by moojan momen, by. This book provides a broad based introduction to shi i islam. The history and doctrines of twelver shi ism first edition by moojan momen isbn. We are both bahais and we have put together some introductory information about the bahai faith if you would like to look at that. Dec 21, 2009 we use your linkedin profile and activity data to personalize ads and to show you more relevant ads. Moojan momen books list of books by author moojan momen. Click download or read online button to get an introduction to shi i islam book now. Moojan momen dr moojan momen has lectured at many universities on topics in middle eastern studies and religious studies. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. History and doctrines of twelver shi ism by momen, m 01 july 1987.
Crisis and consolidation in the formative period of shi ite islam. The hajj is a pilgrimage that occurs during the islamic month of dhu alhijjah to the holy city of mecca, and derives from an ancient arab. A bibliographical study by hossein modarressi tabatabai london 1984 shi ite identities. Dr moojan momen provides readers with an accessible and insightful introduction to the shii branch of islam, taking us from its beginnings after the death of the prophet muhammad through to the present day. This research paper surveys the history, theology, and philosophy of the shia madhhab, one of the two main factions of islam. Pdf an introduction to shi i islam ebooks includes pdf. For fatimas death from grief over the prophet, see muhammad ibn yaqub alkulayni, usul alkafi teheran. The history and doctrines of twelver shi ism new ed by momen, m isbn.
This book is a general introduction to shi i islam. Shii islam ebook by moojan momen official publisher. He is a wellknown scholar of the bahai faith, having written a number of books and articles on aspects of its history, the first one, on. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. The history and doctrines of twelver shiism, by moojan momen. Majlessi, majlisi, madjlessi, known as allamah majlesi or majlesi althani majlesi the second, was a renowned and very powerful iranian twelver shia cleric, during the safavid era. Quran study resources and notes wilmette institute. Journal of economic education 19692015 books by language journal of autism and developmental disorders 19712014 journal of paediatric dentistry. He is a fellow of the royal asiatic society and the author of many books on world religions including bahaullah. This article is a selection of excerpts from momens much longer book, which can be found online unformatted at. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your. The question is not only who was the successor of muhammad but also the nature of the role of this successor, for it is on both these points that shi is and sunnis disagree. This site uses cookies to deliver our services, improve performance, for analytics, and if not signed in for advertising.
As well as providing a historical overview, the book also introduces readers to shii doctrines and practices. A bibliographical study by hossein modarressi tabatabai london 1984 external links. The most lengthy and authoritative contemporary overview of shi ism. Download pdf an introduction to shi i islam free online. Moojan momen synopsis dr moojan momen provides readers with an accessible and insightful introduction to the shi i branch of islam, taking us from its beginnings after the death of the prophet muhammad through to the present day. Five pillars of islam 3 hajj the route the pilgrims take during the hajj in mecca, saudi arabia. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read shi i islam. The history and doctrines of twelver shi ism moojan momen.
An introduction to the shia tradition in islam springerlink. Momen s book fills an important gap in the general literature in. The paper attempts to be as brief as possible and only touches upon. This essay refers only to sharia law as found in the sunni islamic tradition. Summary of shii history and doctrines, excerpted from the book introduction to shii islam. An introduction to shia islam, the history and doctrines of twelver shiism. Shi ism doctrines, thought, and spirituality by seyyed hossein nasr. A bahai approach to the claim of finality in islam islam and the bahai faith by abir majid video.
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