One of the most intriguing minority groups in the Middle East is now a thousand years old. It emerged in the city of Cairo; spread to what is today Lebanon; Syria; and Israel; and subsequently became known by outsiders as Druze (in Arabic; Durooz; meaning Druzes). Druzes have played a major role in the history of the Middle East and often been misunderstood by neighbors and outsiders because of their esoteric religious doctrine; the secretive nature that such a doctrine has instilled in them; and the variety of perspectives or divisions prevalent among members of the community.This second edition of Historical Dictionary of the Druzes covers their history through a chronology; an introductory essay; appendixes; and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 1000 cross-referenced entries on important personalities; politics; economy; foreign relations; religion; and culture. This book is an excellent access point for students; researchers; and anyone wanting to know more about the Druzes.
#1699099 in Books Rowman n Littlefield Publishers 2011-07-07Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.49 x .82 x 6.44l; 1.20 #File Name: 1442204559236 pages
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