Faith and Governance: A Study of Mawlid in Contemporary Morocco.

The Mawlid, a sacred holiday commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, holds immense power in Morocco as a communal prayer event that animates citizens, transcending its religious significance to become a potent sociopolitical tool. This article delves into the multifaceted nature of Mawlid,...

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Publicado en:Journal of African Cultural Studies Vol. 36; no. 4; pp. 484 - 501
Autor principal: Siddiqi, Armaan
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Dec2024
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        Islam & politics
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        Faith
        Political agenda
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        Mawlid
        Morocco
        political Islam
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        ال المولد النبوي الشريف، المغرب، صلاة، الدين والسياسة، الدين والدولة، الدولة والمجتمع، التصوف، القادرية البودشيشية
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        Morocco
        political Islam
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        ال المولد النبوي الشريف، المغرب، صلاة، الدين والسياسة، الدين والدولة، الدولة والمجتمع، التصوف، القادرية البودشيشية
      ab: The Mawlid, a sacred holiday commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, holds immense power in Morocco as a communal prayer event that animates citizens, transcending its religious significance to become a potent sociopolitical tool. This article delves into the multifaceted nature of Mawlid, examining its dynamic role as both a collective expression of faith and a means of governmental control. Through the example of the Qadiri Boutchichiyya Sufi order's annual Mawlid programming, it explores how the Moroccan government has skillfully harnessed Mawlid's enlivening energy to further its political agendas, utilizing it as a vector to transmit the kingdom's particular brand of Islam. However, while the government may seek to manipulate Mawlid for political gains, Moroccans are not mere pawns in this dynamic. On the contrary, the Mawlid's animating quality extends well beyond the public sphere and resonates deeply within the private lives of individuals. By delving into this intricate web of interactions, we can better grasp the vibrant and multivalent nature of religious expression in Morocco and its implications for the broader dynamics of faith-based governance in the country today.
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