The book breaks fresh ground in historical research. Based on a critical and empathic understanding of Sanskrit, Arabic
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English Year 2021
Table of contents :
Kashmir's Transition to Islam: The Role of Muslim Rishis
Jacket
Contents
Preface
Introduction
Conceptual Framework of Conversion to Islam
The Historical Background of the Rishi Movement
Socio-Religious Milieu of Shaikh Nuruddin Rishi
Shaikh Nuruddin’s Religious Career and its Social Impact
Religious Thought of Shaikh Nuruddin
The Attitudes of the Sufi Orders. Towards the Rishi Movement
The Rishis and Conversion to Islam
The Societal Dimensions of Miracles and Legends
Epilogue
Genealogy of Shaikh Nuruddin
Genealogy of Sayyid Ali
Women Sufis of Kashmir
Khat-i Irshad of Sayyid Muhammad Hamadani
Elegy of Shy am Ded
Glossary
Bibliography
Index