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Crises and Conversions

Crises and Conversions The Unlikely Avenues of "Italian Shiism"

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Palgrave Studies in New Religions and Alternative Spiritualities

Crises and Conversions

The Unlikely Avenues of "Italian Shiism"

Minoo Mirshahvalad

Religion / Islam / General

This book explores the phenomenon of conversion to Shi'a Islam in Italy. It thoroughly examines the motivations behind this religious transition and scrutinizes the doctrinal characteristics that Shiism incorporates thanks to the contributions of Italian converts. The text emphasizes the significance of René Guénon’s Traditionalism as a pivotal factor in driving this religious mobility. Additionally, the book delves into the writings of figures such as Julius Evola, who introduced Guénon to Italy, shedding light on Evola’s impact on the youth in the post-World War II era. Furthermore, it evaluates the influence of Henry Corbin on this spiritual journey. To realize this study, between 2018 and 2023, Minoo Mirshahvalad employed multidisciplinary methods that integrated sociology and history.  

Minoo Mirshahvalad is a Subject Expert in Islamic Studies at the University of Pisa. She is also a visiting fellow at the University of Religions and Denominations in Qom (Iran).


Publication Date: 14 May 2024
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland
Imprint: Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN-13: 9783031558764
Format: Hardback
Page Count: 171

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