Islam, Arabs, and Intelligent World of the Jinn

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Middle East Religions, Islam, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science
Cover of the book Islam, Arabs, and Intelligent World of the Jinn by Amira El-Zein, Syracuse University Press
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Author: Amira El-Zein ISBN: 9780815650706
Publisher: Syracuse University Press Publication: October 16, 2009
Imprint: Syracuse University Press Language: English
Author: Amira El-Zein
ISBN: 9780815650706
Publisher: Syracuse University Press
Publication: October 16, 2009
Imprint: Syracuse University Press
Language: English

According to the Qur’an, God created two parallel species, man and the jinn, the former from clay and the latter from fire. Beliefs regarding the jinn are deeply integrated into Muslim culture and religion, and have a constant presence in legends, myths, poetry, and literature. In Islam, Arabs, and the Intelligent World of the Jinn, Amira El-Zein explores the integral role these mythological figures play, revealing that the concept of jinn is fundamental to understanding Muslim culture and tradition.

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According to the Qur’an, God created two parallel species, man and the jinn, the former from clay and the latter from fire. Beliefs regarding the jinn are deeply integrated into Muslim culture and religion, and have a constant presence in legends, myths, poetry, and literature. In Islam, Arabs, and the Intelligent World of the Jinn, Amira El-Zein explores the integral role these mythological figures play, revealing that the concept of jinn is fundamental to understanding Muslim culture and tradition.

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