Shi'a Islam: From Religion to Revolution

Shi'a Islam: From Religion to Revolution

How did Shia Islam evolve from a religious movement into a powerful revolutionary force in the modern world?

About the Book

Shi'a Islam: From Religion to Revolution, authored by Heinz Halm, traces the historical development of Shia Islam from its origins as a religious community to its transformation into a dynamic political and revolutionary force in the 20th century. The book examines key theological concepts, historical events, and the social factors that contributed to this evolution, with particular attention to the Iranian Revolution and the rise of political Shiism.

What You Will Discover

• The origins and early development of Shia Islam as a religious tradition
• Key theological and historical differences between Shia and Sunni Islam
• The role of the Imams and the concept of occultation in Shia thought
• Social and political factors that led to the politicization of Shia communities
• The transformation of Shia Islam into a revolutionary ideology in the modern era
• The impact of the Iranian Revolution on global perceptions of Shiism
• The interplay between religion, politics, and social change in Shia history

About the Author

Heinz Halm is a leading Western scholar of Shia Islam and Islamic history.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is suitable for students and researchers of Shia Islam, modern Middle Eastern history, and political Islam, as well as anyone seeking to understand the contemporary significance of Shia thought and movements.