Westerners have long been fascinated with the Hajj, writing memoirs on their journey to Mecca and describing how they managed to enter the space.[1] For many pilgrims, the Hajj represents an original and primordial state…
At 34°, it is one of the hottest days of the year in Istanbul. And while many Istanbullus might be tempted to stay at home or retreat to a cafe with good A/C, I have…
The Maydan Podcast · Islam On The Edges EP 05 – Female Muslim Piety in Bosnia and Herzegovina In this episode, Islam on the Edges host Dr. Ermin Sinanovic talks to Dr. Dženita Karić (Humboldt…
In this episode, Islam on the Edges host Dr. Ermin Sinanovic talks to Dr. Dženita Karić (Humboldt University, Germany) and Đermana Kurić (a Ph.D. student at the University of Sarajevo) about female Muslim piety in…
Persian travelogue writing experienced a significant rise during Iran’s Qajar period, and Iranian travelers produced hundreds of travelogues in this era. These travelogues narrated journeys occurring both inside and outside of the country. Some focused…
While browsing through old journals we often encounter a name that repeats itself frequently enough to be noticed, yet buried away from the allure of the front page. Throughout many months and years, these semi-visible…
The Maydan team compiled the following data regarding hajj, inclusive of 2018 numbers. Also see our A Select Bibliography on the Hajj | Books, Documentaries and Films Compiled by Rana Osman.
The Maydan team presents a select bibliography, inclusive of books, online resources and documentary films/videos, on Hajj, the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca. Please click on the titles to access the resources. BOOKS/ ONLINE RESOURCES …
Arjana, Sophia Rose. Pilgrimage in Islam: Traditional and Modern Practices. London: Oneworld Academic, 2017. 228 pages, $24.99 | Reviewed by Kenny Schmitt. Sophia Rose Arjana, in her new book Pilgrimage in Islam: Traditional and Modern…