The Bektashi order of Dervishes
Book • 1937
John Kingsley Birge's "The Bektashi Order of Dervishes" is a classic study of this unique Sufi order.
The book provides a detailed account of the Bektashi's history, beliefs, and practices, offering valuable insights into their rituals and social structures.
Birge's work is considered a seminal contribution to the understanding of Bektashism, despite its age.
While some information may be outdated, the book remains a valuable resource for researchers and those interested in learning more about the Bektashi tradition.
It offers a comprehensive overview of the order's development and its significance within the broader context of Sufism and Islamic history.
The book provides a detailed account of the Bektashi's history, beliefs, and practices, offering valuable insights into their rituals and social structures.
Birge's work is considered a seminal contribution to the understanding of Bektashism, despite its age.
While some information may be outdated, the book remains a valuable resource for researchers and those interested in learning more about the Bektashi tradition.
It offers a comprehensive overview of the order's development and its significance within the broader context of Sufism and Islamic history.
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Recommended as the only academic source providing an overview of the Bektashis, despite its age.
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