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Until September 11, 2001 few Westerners had ever heard of 'Wahhabism.' Now most of us recognize the word as describing an austere and puritanical type of Islam, mentioned frequently in connection with Osama bin Laden and Saudi Arabia and often named as the inspiration behind the 9/11 terror attacks. The word 'Wahhabi' stems from the name of the founder of this system of thought, Muhammad Ibn Abd alWahhab (17021791), companion and religious adviser to Muhammad Ibn Saud, founder of the House of Saud. In this book Natana DeLongBas offers an indepth study of the written works of alWahhab. She focuses on four areas: theology, legal theory, proselytizing through education and jihad, and law on women. Through a close reading of alWahhab's texts she demonstrates that many aspects of 20th and 21stcentury Wahhabi extremism do not have their origins in his writings. Examples of this extremism include the emphasis on jihad, martyrdom and militancy, and misogyny. The strict division of the world into dar alIslam and dar alkufr, according to which only Wahhabi adherents are considered to be true Muslims and all others are nonMuslims who must be fought, is entirely absent from alWahhab's work. Instead, argues DeLongBas, all of these themes were only added to Wahhabi teachings in the 19th century following armed engagement with the Ottoman Empire. DeLongBas's study fills an enormous gap in the literature about Wahhabism by returning to the original writings of the founder of the movement. She debunks the common journalistic portrayal of Muhammad Ibn Abd alWahhab as an illiterate, rural bumpkin with no scholarly formation. Her revisionist reading of alWahhab's thought will be controversial but impossible to ignore. The book will be essential reading for students and scholars of Islam as well as for those interested in the background of this dangerous modern ideology.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Wahhabi Islam: From Revival and Reform to Global Jihad'? A: The book provides an in-depth study of the writings of Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Wahhab, exploring his theology, legal theory, education, jihad, and perspectives on women.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Natana DeLong-Bas, a scholar specializing in Islamic studies.
- Q: When was 'Wahhabi Islam' published? A: The book was published on August 22, 2008.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the historical context of Wahhabism, its theological foundations, and a critique of modern extremist interpretations.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 398 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Islamic studies? A: Yes, the book is essential reading for students and scholars of Islam, making it accessible for those new to the subject.
- Q: Does the book address common misconceptions about Wahhabism? A: Yes, DeLong-Bas debunks several misconceptions, particularly the portrayal of Muhammad Ibn Abd al-Wahhab as uneducated and simplistic.
- Q: What is the significance of the book in understanding modern jihadist ideologies? A: The book highlights that many aspects of contemporary Wahhabi extremism did not originate from al-Wahhab's writings, providing a critical historical perspective.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for academic research? A: Absolutely, it offers a thorough analysis of original texts and critical insights that are valuable for academic research in Islamic studies.