The Mahdi

The Mahdi

James Darmesteter

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104498405
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The Mahdi: Past and Present is a historical book written by James Darmesteter in 1885. The book explores the concept of the Mahdi, a figure in Islamic eschatology who is believed to appear before the end of the world to bring justice and establish a perfect society. Darmesteter examines the origins of the Mahdi concept in Islamic history and the various interpretations of the Mahdi in different Muslim societies. He also discusses the role of the Mahdi in the contemporary political and social context of the time, particularly in relation to the colonial powers in the Middle East and North Africa.The book provides a detailed analysis of the Mahdi’s significance in Islamic theology and its impact on Muslim societies. It also sheds light on the historical and cultural context in which the Mahdi concept emerged and evolved.Overall, The Mahdi: Past and Present is a scholarly work that provides a comprehensive overview of the Mahdi concept in Islamic history and its enduring significance in contemporary Muslim societies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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