This is a Russian translation of Farhad Daftary, Historical Dictionary of the IsmailisAdherents of a branch of Shi’i Islam that considers Ismail, the eldest son of the Shi’i Imam Jaʿfar al-Ṣādiq (d. 765), as his successor..
Description from Historical Dictionary of the Ismailis
This comprehensive new reference work is the first of its kind on the Ismailis and presents a summary of the findings of modern scholarship on the Ismaili Shia Muslims and different facets of their heritage. The dictionary covers all phases of Ismaili history as well as the main doctrines of the community. It includes an introductory chapter, which provides a broad historical survey of the Ismailis, followed by alphabetical entries on all major aspects of the community, such as key figures, institutions, traditions, and doctrines. It also contains a chronology, genealogical tables, a glossary, and a substantial bibliography. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Ismailis.
Contents from Historical Dictionary of the Ismailis
Editor’s Foreword, Jon Woronoff
Preface
Reader’s Note
Acronyms and Abbreviations
List of Illustrations and Maps
Maps
Chronology
Introduction
The Dictionary
Genealogical Tables and Lists
Glossary
Bibliography
About the Author
Farhad Daftary has been affiliated with the Institute of Ismaili Studies in London since 1988, where he is currently co-director and head (since 1992) of the Department of Academic Research and Publications.