Islam and State in Sumatra A Study of Seventeenth-Century Aceh |
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| Author:
| Hadi, Amirul |
| Series title: | Islamic History and Civilization Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-90-04-12982-5 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2003 |
| Publisher: | BRILL
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $190.00 |
Book Description:
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This work describes how Islam was adapted by the seventeenth century Acehnese state to serve political and dynastic goals, and how its consequent profile as a champion of Islam raised its profile in regional contests for military and commercial dominance
This work describes how Islam was adapted by the seventeenth century Acehnese state to serve political and dynastic goals, and how its consequent profile as a champion of Islam raised its profile in regional contests for military and commercial dominance