Alibris: Shiah

AUDIOBOOKS | NEW BOOKS OF NOTE | BARGAIN BOOKS | Find a seller

» advanced search

Sale books bring joy to the world: Save 25% or more

Get your gifts by December 24: Learn how

browse BOOKS

Page 1 of 4

sort by

1	The Shia Revival: How Conflicts Within Islam Will Shape the Future more books like this by Seyyed Vali Reza Nasr add to wishlist To most Western eyes, all Islamic movements look alike, and the central conflict in the Middle East is one between religion and secularism. Shockingly little has been written about the bitter divide between Shia and Sunni. Yet without understanding their ancient conflict - and its modern embodiment in the power struggle between Iran and Saudi ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.25! \| first editions \| SVS
2	An Introduction to Shi'i Islam: The History and Doctrines of Twelver Shi'ism more books like this by Dr. Moojan Momen add to wishlist This book is a general introduction to Shi'i Islam-specifically to Twelver Shi'ism, to which the majority of Shi'is belong today. 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. see all copies from $12.00! new only from $25.28!
3	Know Your Islam more books like this by Yousuf N Lalljee add to wishlist Islam is the creed of Peace -- Peace through surrender to the Creator or Allah. According to Islam, Allah sent many of His messengers or prophets to mankind in order to "bring it out of the darkness or error and ignorance" into "the light of rectitude and knowledge." The first of these prophets was Adam and the last of them all was Muhammad ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.45!
4	A New Muslim Order: The Shia and the Middle East Sectarian Crisis more books like this by Nicolas Pelham add to wishlist Nicolas Pelham explores how America's overthrow of the Baath partyin Iraq, and the failures of Washington's post-invasion regime spawned a Shiite revolution in the heartland of the Arab world. Through first hand accounts from Saddam's rule to that of the post-Bremer rulers, he traces the turning of the tables from a Sunni- to Shia-led state. ... see all copies from $3.80! new only from $15.01! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Mirror of the Arab World: Lebanon in Conflict more books like this by Sandra Mackey add to wishlist It is crucial that the West grasps the complexities of the Arab world. Clearly and concisely Sandra Mackey presents a view of this tortured and tortuous region through the lens of Lebanon.The recent history of Lebanon provides insight into the many trials currently facing the larger Arab community. A small, fractured country at the gateway of the ... see all copies from $2.99! new only from $9.25! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Temple & Contemplation more books like this by Professor Henry Corbin add to wishlist see all copies from $35.00! new only from $257.76!
7	Iran: From Religious Dispute to Revolution more books like this by Michael M J Fischer (Introduction by) add to wishlist Unlike much instant analysis that appeared at the time of the Iranian revolution, this volume is based on extensive fieldwork carried out in Iran. Michael M.J. Fischer draws upon his rich experience with the mullahs and their students in the holy city of Qum, composing a picture of Iranian society from the inside - the lives of ordinary people, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $17.56! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Shiism more books like this by Heinz Halm add to wishlist What is the difference between the Sunni Muslims and the Shiites? This comprehensive survey of all the Shiite groups traces the history of the individual branches from their beginnings to their current status in the modern world, taking a close look at their special dogmatic and organizational development. It examines the origins of the political ... see all copies from $9.75! new only from $31.59!
9	Shiism and social protest more books like this by Juan R. I. Cole, Nikki R. Keddie add to wishlist This timely and important book presents the first overview of Shi'i political activism in the countries where it has been most significant-from Iran and Lebanon to Saudi Arabia and Egypt. The contributors present up-to-date information on the factors involved in Shi'ism's recent movement away from quietism and toward an active involvement in ... see all copies from $13.99! new only from $35.38! \| first editions \| SVS
10	The Shiites more books like this by David Pinault add to wishlist Shiite Islam is one of the world's major religions with millions of followers throughout the Middle East and South Asia. However it is often mistakenly seen by the West as a political movement. This book describes what Shiism actually means to those who practise it and outlines Shiite history. see all copies from $3.00! new only from $19.28! \| SVS
11	Shi'ite Islam: Polity, Ideology and Creed more books like this by Yann Richard, Antonia Nevill (Translator) add to wishlist The return of Ayatollah Khomeyni to power and the installation of a Shi'i theocracy in Iran in 1979 brought the revolutionary aspects of Shi'ite Islam to the Western centre stage. Fuelled by pictures of bloodshed and atrocities, images of violence linked to Shia states have left their mark on Western perceptions. Shi'ism has today become ... see all copies from $35.00!
12 view cover	God and His Attributes: Lessons on Islamic Doctrine more books like this by Zailan Moris, Mujtaba Musavi Lari add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.24! \| first editions
13 view cover	Debating Muslims: Cultural Dialogues in Postmodernity and Tradition more books like this by Michael M J Fischer, Mehdi Abedi add to wishlist The aim of this book is to present in their historical context the debates that have been taking place in the Muslim world recently. It describes the place of Iranian culture in contemporary art and thought and the increasing influence Muslims are having on Western societies. In an introductory autobiographical chapter, Mehdi Abedi introduces ... see all copies from $12.00! new only from $19.71!
14 view cover	Shi'a Islam: From Religion to Revolution more books like this by Heinz Halm add to wishlist An introduction to the historical and intellectual development of Twelver (Imamite) Shi'a Islam. The author also presents Shi'i rituals as seen by European travellers, and considers these rituals more important than Shi'a legal codes in terms of influencing culture. see all copies from $10.50! new only from $25.00!
15 view cover	Islam: Origin and Belief more books like this by Emory C Bogle add to wishlist Islam is the fastest-growing religion in the world today. An understanding of its beliefs and practices has become essential knowledge not only for religious and political leaders but also for ordinary citizens who increasingly interact with Muslims as neighbors, coworkers, and schoolmates. This book is designed to offer the general public a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $15.00! \| first editions \| SVS
16	The Seal of the Prophets and His Message: Lessons on Islamic Doctrine more books like this by Mujtaba Musavi Lari add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.50! \| first editions
17 view cover	The Twelver Shi'a as a Muslim Minority in India: Pulpit of Tears more books like this by Toby M Howarth add to wishlist One of the most important current debates within and about Islam concerns its relation with power. Can Muslims be fundamentally content without power or as a minority? This book considers the voice of an important Muslim minority through its sermons. Indian Shi'i Muslims are a minority within a minority, constituting about ten to fifteen percent ... see all copies from $167.63! new only from $170.91!
18 view cover	Mahdis and Millenarians: Shi'ite Extremists in Early Muslim Iraq more books like this by William Frederick Tucker add to wishlist Mahdis and Millenarians is a discussion of Shiite groups in eighth- and ninth-century Iraq and Iran, whose ideas reflected a mixture of indigenous non-Muslim religious teachings and practices in Iraq in the early centuries of Islamic rule and demonstrates the fluidity of religious boundaries of this period. Particular attention is given to the ... see all copies from $42.24! new only from $72.05! \| SVS
19 view cover	The Heirs of the Prophet: Charisma and Religious Authority in Shiite Islam more books like this by Liyakat N Takim add to wishlist Looks at how various factions used the tradition that scholars were the "heirs of the Prophet" during the classical period of Islam (570-1258CE). see all copies from $22.95! new only from $22.95! \| SVS
20 view cover	Liberalism and Islam: Practical Reconciliation Between the Liberal State and Shiite Muslims more books like this by Hamid Hadji Haidar add to wishlist The author has explored a new angle on the issue that will be of interest to those in the field of Islamic Studies as well as U.S. political thought. Liberalism and Islam is a key topic for the field.This book examines the possibility of reconciliation between liberalism and Shiite Islam. By examining two key liberal theories, this book shows that ... see all copies from $24.97! new only from $80.22! \| SVS
21 view cover	The Shiites: A Short History more books like this by Heinz Halm add to wishlist see all copies from $43.43! new only from $43.43!
22 view cover	Reliving Karbala: Martyrdom in South Asian Memory more books like this by Syed Akbar Hyder add to wishlist In 680 C.E., a small band of the Prophet Muhammads family and their followers, led by his grandson, Husain, rose up in a rebellion against the ruling caliph, Yazid. The family and its supporters, hopelessly outnumbered, were massacred at Karbala, in modern-day Iraq. The story of Karbala is the cornerstone of institutionalized devotion and mourning ... see all copies from $10.77! new only from $10.77! \| SVS
23	Resurrection and Renewal more books like this by Abbas Amanat add to wishlist "[Resurrection and Renewal] reflects extensive research by the author in the numerous Babi and Baha'i manuscript histories. From these he has succeeded in extracting much useful information and presenting it in an interesting and informative manner."-The Middle East Journal In historical writing of rare power, Abbas Amanat conveys the elation and ... see all copies from $45.80! new only from $45.80! \| first editions
24 view cover	Origins and early development of Shia Islam more books like this by Syed Husain M. Jafri add to wishlist In this book, Dr. Jafri has reconstructed and presented the development of an Islamic ideal in the form of Shi'ism. This is a particular vision of religious leadership which derives its authority directly from the person of the Prophet, therefore enjoying divine sanction to all decisions made on issues of conscience. He traces the Shi'a response ... see all copies from $25.00! new only from $97.49!
25 view cover	Shi'a Sects =: Kitab Firaq Al-Shi'a more books like this by Al-Hasan Ibn Musa Nawbakhti add to wishlist Experts on Islam consider "Kitab Firaq al-Shi'a" a seminal work for two main reasons: Firstly, it is the earliest work on the subject that has survived in its entirety. Secondly, it is the earliest textbook that provides an Imami Shi'a perspective on the differences among, and origins of, the Islamic sects including a full exposition of various ... see all copies from $26.31! new only from $26.31!

Page 1 of 4: 1 2 3 4 Next>

Browse authors

Browse subjects

Our Money-Back Guarantee

We guarantee every item's condition, as described on Alibris. If you are not satisfied that an item is as described, return your purchase for a refund.

	The Voyage and the Messenger: Iran and Philosophy by Henry Corbin, Joseph H. Rowe (Translator), Jacob Needleman (Preface by) see all from $26.00! new only from $92.52!
	The Assassins: A Radical Sect in Islam by Bernard W Lewis see all from $1.99! new only from $3.38!
	A History of Islamic Societies by Ira M Lapidus see all from $1.99! new only from $22.50!
	The Great Transformation: The Beginning of Our Religious Traditions by Karen Armstrong see all from $2.47! new only from $3.20!
	Modern Iran: Roots and Results of Revolution by Nikki R Keddie see all from $5.03! new only from $11.52!