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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Published in:	Journal of African Cultural Studies Vol. 36; no. 4; pp. 484 - 501
Main Author:	Siddiqi, Armaan
Format:	Article
Published:	Taylor & Francis Ltd Dec2024
Subjects:	Islam & politics Public sphere Islam Faith Political agenda Sufism
Online Access:	View this record in EBSCOhost