The Moulids Of Egypt

Author : J.W. McPherson
Publisher : Gingko Library
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781914983115

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The Moulids of Egypt by J.W. McPherson Pdf

A fascinating and highly original contribution to the study of Egypt’s religious folklore. First published in Cairo during World War II, The Moulids of Egypt is a study of moulids, the popular Egyptian religious festivals celebrated by both Muslims and Christians in the first half of the twentieth century. The book talks in detail about the secular side of moulids, where sports, games, theatres, dancing, and laughter were as much part of the festivals as the religious processions and the whirling of dervishes. Some of the rites and customs analyzed here date from as far back as the Pharaonic period, but the moulids are gradually dying out; many of the 126 festivals described in Moulids of Egypt have since faded away, making the book of lasting interest.

Author : Joseph W. McPherson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1995-04-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0404164080

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The Moulids of Egypt by Joseph W. McPherson Pdf

Author : Dan Richardson,Daniel Jacobs,Jessica Jacobs
Publisher : Rough Guides
Page : 892 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1843530503

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Egypt by Dan Richardson,Daniel Jacobs,Jessica Jacobs Pdf

Provides practical advice on planning a trip to Egypt; describes points of interest in each section of the country; and includes information on restaurants, nightspots, shops, and lodging.

Author : Valerie J. Hoffman
Publisher : Univ of South Carolina Press
Page : 485 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781643364209

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Sufism, Mystics, and Saints in Modern Egypt by Valerie J. Hoffman Pdf

For centuries Sufism—Islamic mysticism—held a major place in Islamic spirituality, intellectual life, and popular religion. While many scholars have commented on Sufism's decline, few have delved deeply into present-day Egyptian Sufism or considered it as a system in its own right. Drawing on her detailed fieldwork and a variety of little known literary sources, Valerie J. Hoffman presents Sufism as it exists in Egypt today, in the vivid experiences of its adherents. With an array of conclusions that overturn widely held beliefs about modern Sufis, Hoffman argues that the apparent assimilation of Egyptian Sufism masks a thriving movement hidden from the Western world. From her experiences as a quasi disciple of a Sufi master, she offers new insights into the movement's evolution, the vital role of women in Sufism, and Sufi perspectives on gender and sexuality.

Author : Abdou Maliqalim Simone,Abdelghani Abouhani
Publisher : Zed Books
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2005-05
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1842775936

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Urban Africa by Abdou Maliqalim Simone,Abdelghani Abouhani Pdf

Including case studies from Dakar, Addis Ababa, Cape Town, Kisangani, Jos, Zaria, Cairo and Marrakesh, this text presents the complex social dynamics of human survival in African cities today.

Author : John R. Bradley
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-29
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780230611528

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Inside Egypt by John R. Bradley Pdf

Five decades after Nasser and the Free Officers overthrew the British-backed monarchy in a dramatic coup d'état, the future of Egypt grows more uncertain by the day. John Bradley examines the junctions of Egyptian politics and society as they slowly disintegrate under the twin pressures of a ruthless military dictatorship at home and a flawed Middle East policy in Washington. Inside Egypt is a tour-de-force of the most brutal Arab state where torture and corruption are endemic--but one that is also a key U.S. all and a historic regional trendsetter. This uniquely insightful book brings to vivid life Egypt's competing identities and political trends, as the Mubarak dynasty struggles to resolve a succession crisis and the disciplined Islamists wait patiently in the wings for a chance to seize power.

Author : Samuli Schielke
Publisher : Syracuse University Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780815651918

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The Perils of Joy by Samuli Schielke Pdf

Mulids, festivals in honor of Muslim "friends of God," have been part of Muslim religious and cultural life for close to a thousand years. While many Egyptians see mulids as an expression of joy and love for the Prophet Muhammad and his family, many others see them as opposed to Islam, a sign of a backward mentality, a piece of folklore at best. What is it about a mulid that makes it a threat to Islam and modernity in the eyes of some, and an indication of pious devotion in the eyes of others? What makes the celebration of a saint’s festival appear in such dramatically different contours? The Perils of Joy offers a rich investigation, both historical and ethnographic, of conflicting and transforming attitudes toward festivals in contemporary Egypt. Schielke argues that mulids are characterized by a utopian momentum of the extraordinary that troubles the grand schemes of order and perfection that have become hegemonic in Egypt since the twentieth century. Not an opposition between state and civil society, nor a division between Islamists and secularists, but rather the competition between different perceptions of what makes up a complete life forms the central line of conflict in the contestation of festive culture.

Author : Dan Richardson,Daniel Jacobs
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 927 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2013-02-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781409324263

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The Rough Guide to Egypt by Dan Richardson,Daniel Jacobs Pdf

Now available in ePub format. The new, full-color The Rough Guide to Egypt is the definitive guide to this amazing country, whose ancient civilization still fascinates today. But there's more to Egypt than just pyramids and temples. The Red Sea offers some of the world's finest diving, a few hours by air from Europe. There are awesome dunes and lush oases to explore in its deserts and fantastic bazaars and mosques in the capital, Cairo. Detailed accounts of every attraction, along with crystal-clear maps and plans, make it easy to access anything from remote oases to nightlife that only locals know. You'll find lavish photography and color maps throughout, along with insider tips on how to get the best out of Luxor's temples or Sinai's beach resorts. At every point, the Rough Guide steers you to the best hotels, cafés, restaurants, and shops across every price range, giving you balanced reviews and honest, first-hand opinions. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Egypt.

Author : Jeffrey A. Nedoroscik
Publisher : Trafford Publishing
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2010-09-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9781426937330

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Walking in the City of the Dead by Jeffrey A. Nedoroscik Pdf

Arm yourself with maps and all the information you need for walking through Cairos famous and ancient Islamic cemeteries, viewing their beautiful monuments, and meeting the people who call these sacred places home. Jeffrey A. Nedoroscik, the author of The City of the Dead: A History of Cairos Cemetery Communities, traces the history and growth of these burial grounds in this detailed guidebook. Whether you are an adventurous tourist or a scholar, youll have the necessary tools to develop a deeper understanding about these cemeteries and their residents. Discover how Cairos cemeteries reflect the citys explosive growth, from Fatimid times to their current role as an area of informal housing for hundreds of thousands of people. The walking tours described include detailed descriptions of major monuments, including Fatimid and Mamluke, tombs of kings and queens, and the tombs of some of Egypt's most beloved singers of the twentieth century. A special section explores the famous Cairene institutions of Moulids and the famous junk and bird markets. Stroll down the dusty streets of Cairo, learn more about the rich history of an entire region, and meet amazing people as you begin Walking in the City of the Dead.

Author : Daniel Jacobs,Dan Richardson
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
Page : 891 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2010-08-02
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781405387712

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The Rough Guide to Egypt by Daniel Jacobs,Dan Richardson Pdf

The Rough Guide to Egypt is your essential travel guide to this ancient land. Fully revised and updated, the guide provides unparalleled coverage of everything from Egypt's tombs, temples and pyramids to diving in the Red Sea, desert safaris and cruising the Nile in style. With accurate maps, plans, colour spreads and beautiful colour photography throughout; you'll find informed practical advice on what to see and do in Egypt, plus honest reviews of the best hotels, bars, clubs, shops and restaurants for all budgets. Adventurous, informative and opinionated, The Rough Guide to Egypt puts the facts at your fingertips, introducing you to the country's best reefs and beaches, the latest discoveries from antiquity, the remotest oases, nightlife only locals know and much, much more. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Egypt

Author : Dan Richardson
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-25
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781409336174

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Sinai (Rough Guides Snapshot Egypt) by Dan Richardson Pdf

The Rough Guide Snapshot to Sinai is the ultimate travel guide to this beautiful part of Egypt. It guides you through the region with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from Sharm el-Sheikh and the diving sites at Ras Mohammed to Mount Sinai itself. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, bars, shops, and dive operators--ensuring you have the best trip possible, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Egypt, with all the practical information you need for traveling in and around the region, including sports and outdoor activities, transportation, food and drink, pricing, and health care. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Egypt.

Author : T. G. H. James
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2001-04-12
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780857713377

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Howard Carter by T. G. H. James Pdf

In November 1922 a momentous discovery - unlike any other before or since - was to change our understanding of the ancient world. Until now, however, the marvellous story of Carter's quest for Tutankhamun and its culmination in his unearthing of the intact, treasure-filled tomb has been told without a reliable account of the man behind the discovery and the myths that have surrounded it. Howard Carter's career was a remarkable one: he had arrived in Egypt 30 years earlier as a 17-year old 'tracer' with rudimentary education, and progressed to become the first Chief Inspector of Antiquities in Upper Egypt. An improbable but auspicious partnership with the 5th Earl of Carnarvon developed in which the young Carter acted as assistant and 'learned man' to the aristocrat's excavations in the Theban necropolis. But it was the legendary discovery in the Valley of the Kings and Carter's painstaking clearance of the intact royal burial that was to secure his place in history. He became an international celebrity, simultaneously honoured and vilified wherever he went, but he was also a sad, disillusioned man whose success never brought any reward of happiness. T. G. H. James' definitive biography is both the story of perhaps the most renowned archaeologist of all time and of an essentially tragic human being.

Author : Elie Podeh
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2011-06-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781107001084

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The Politics of National Celebrations in the Arab Middle East by Elie Podeh Pdf

The first systematic study of the role of celebrations and public holidays in the Arab Middle East.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1877
Category : Almanacs, Egyptian
ISBN : OXFORD:302164078

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Egyptian Calendar for the Year 1295 A.H. (1878 A.D.) by Anonim Pdf

Author : Dan Richardson
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-25
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781409335443

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Cairo and the Pyramids (Rough Guides Snapshot Egypt) by Dan Richardson Pdf

The Rough Guide Snapshot to Cairo and the Pyramids is the ultimate travel guide to this iconic part of Egypt. It guides you through the region with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from the Egyptian Museum and the Coptic churches of Old Cairo to the pyramid fields at Giza and Dahshur. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the best trip possible, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Egypt, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around the region, including transport, food, drink, costs, health, cultural tips and shopping. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Egypt.