Magnusson, Andrew D.
Zoroastrians in Early Islamic History: Accommodation and Memory (Edinburgh Studies in Classical Islamic History and Culture)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474489539
- author:
- Magnusson, Andrew D.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Edinburgh University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Zoroastrians in Early Islamic History: Accommodation and Memory by Andrew D. Magnusson The relationship between Zoroastrians and the early Islamic empire is a complex and intriguing one. As the Muslim caliphate expanded, it encountered adherents of a religion that was neither biblical nor polytheistic, leading to a struggle over how to treat them. Some Muslims saw Zoroastrians as pagans, while others sought to incorporate them into the empire of Islamic law. This book explores the accommodation of Zoroastrians, including the reasons why Muslim historians have subsequently buried the memory of this relationship. Through a nuanced examination of the historical record, Andrew D. Magnusson sheds light on a fascinating period of Islamic history and its impact on the Zoroastrian community. By examining the accommodation of Zoroastrians in early Islamic history, Magnusson provides a unique insight into the complexities of religious tolerance and cultural exchange during this period.
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