| Autor: |
Brakoniecka, Sabina |
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Studies in African Languages & Cultures; 2020, Issue 54, p143-162, 20p |
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The paper discusses some elements of the tradition of martyrdom among Muslims in northern Nigeria. It describes the basic frameworks of the concept of martyrdom in Islam with special reference to its contemporary usage. Then it discusses the shape of the idea of martyrdom during the times of Usman ?an Fodio's jihad. It further examines the concept of martyrdom as presented in the speeches of Muhammad Yusuf, the ideologue of the Boko Haram organisation, as well as its practical implementation in the times of the current rebellion in northern Nigeria. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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