Free Downloads Jadid Al-Islam: The Jewish "New Muslims" Of Meshhed (Raphael Patai Series In Jewish Folklore And Anthropology)
In 1839, Muslims attacked the Jews of Meshhed, murdering 36 of them, and forcing the conversion of the rest. While some managed to escape across the Afghan border, and some turned into true believing Muslims, the majority adopted Islam only outwardly, while secretly adhering to their Jewish faith. Jadid al-Islam is the fascinating story of how this community managed to survive, at the risk of their lives, as crypto-Jews in an inimical Shi'i Muslim environment. Based on unpublished original Persian sources and interviews with members of the existing Meshhed community in Jerusalem and New York, this study documents the history, traditions, tales, customs, and institutions of the Jadid al-Islam-"New Muslims."
Series: Raphael Patai Series in Jewish Folklore and Anthropology
Hardcover: 344 pages
Publisher: Wayne State University Press (December 1, 1997)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0814326528
ISBN-13: 978-0814326527
Product Dimensions: 6 x 1 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #2,746,275 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #104 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Judaism > Movements > Reform #1020 in Books > History > Middle East > Iran #2026 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Religious Studies > Ethics
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Patai does a phenomenal job in depicting the events of the forced conversion to Islam of a small Jewish community in Mashaad, Iran. Anyone interested in anthropology or history should read this book. What makes this community of marranos unique, unlike any other forced converts, is that the community returned to its original faith after several generations. The strength of this community is apparent in their struggle to maintain their heritage and religion in secret, under the shadow of the sword.
As a 2nd generation American Mashadi Jew this was an amazing read. Patai does an incredible job in depicting the life my ancestors lived. Wonderfully written and an enjoyable read.
excellent!
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