Heavenly journeys, earthly concerns: The legacy of the mi'raj in the formation of Islam

Brooke O Vuckovic*

*Corresponding author for this work

Research output: Book/ReportBook

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Abstract

This book examines how an elite group of traditionists, historians and theologians shaped Muslims' perceptions of their prophet, their community and their behavior by retelling and interpreting the story of Muhammad's ascent to heaven (the mi'raj).

Original languageEnglish (US)
PublisherRoutledge
Number of pages178
ISBN (Print)0203487478, 9780203487471
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 20 2004

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Arts and Humanities

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