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TURKMENISTAN

The Turkmen tribes that converted to Islam during the period of the Seljuks have remained nominally Sunni Muslims; however, many of their religious practices are strongly influenced by tribal and regional elements, which in turn reflect remnants of pre-Islamic beliefs. These elements-cults associated with holy places (mukaddes yerleri) and Sufi saints (pirs), are characteristic of

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A Glimpse into Modern Turkish Literature: A Rich Tapestry of Cultural Expression

Introduction: Modern Turkish literature is a dynamic and diverse tapestry that weaves together the threads of tradition and innovation, reflecting the complex and multifaceted nature of Turkish culture. Spanning the 20th century and continuing to evolve in the 21st, Turkish literature has undergone significant transformations, embracing various styles, themes, and voices. From the echoes of

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TURKISH LITERATURE

The articulation of Islamic themes and values in Turkish literature of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries differs from that of the preceding era, for it occurs in the context of a struggle for survival and redefinition of selfhood and state. Turkish-speaking Muslims of a weakened and shrinking Ottoman Empire (c. 1300-1918) undertook the westernizing restructurings

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Türkiye

Introduction: Nestled at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Turkey is a country that bridges two continents, blending a rich historical tapestry with a vibrant modern identity. From its ancient civilizations to its modern-day geopolitical significance, Turkey has played a pivotal role in shaping the course of history. This article delves into the diverse facets

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TURKEY

One of the successor states created from the ruins of the Ottoman Empire after World War 1, Turkey became the first secular state in the Muslim world. The new state in Asia Minor (or Anatolia) was declared a republic in October 1923 after the defeat of the Greek army and the sultan’s forces in a

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TURABI, HASAN AL-

TURABI, HASAN AL- (b. 1932), Sudanese Islamist and political leader. Hasan al-Turabi was born in central Sudan and grew up in a particularly devout Muslim family. He received an Islamic education from his father as well as a standard modern education, going on to study law at the universities of Khartoum, London, and the Sorbonne.

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TUNISIA

TUNISIA. From almost the introduction of Islam in Tunisia, most Tunisians of the Muslim faith, like most other people of the Maghrib, have been Sunn-is of the Maliki rite dating back to the eighth-century scholar Malik ibn `Abbas. However, many of the various dynasties that have ruled Tunisia, both of foreign and of Tunisian origin,

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TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO. Muslims make up only 8 percent of the population of Trinidad and Tobago, yet their influence in this twin-island Caribbean nation extends far beyond their numbers. The country’s ceremonial president, Noor Mohammed Hassanali, is Muslim, as are many members of parliament and other officials. Many businesses are Muslim-owned. In 1990 Trinidad was

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TRIBE

In both historical and contemporary times tribes have played important roles in the Islamic world. The English term “tribe” is one that specialists and others have used confusingly to depict what they perceive as actual groups of people, political entities, forms of social organization, structural types, modes of behavior, cultural systems, and ideologies. It is

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