Friends of the Emir: Non-Muslim State Officials in Premodern Islamic Thought (Cambridge Studies in Islamic Civilization)
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Friends of the Emir: Non-Muslim State Officials in Premodern Islamic Thought (Cambridge Studies in Islamic Civilization)

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Explore the pivotal yet often-overlooked role of non-Muslim state officials within premodern Islamic empires. This scholarly work meticulously examines medieval Islamic thought, uncovering diverse discussions among Muslim scholars and rulers concerning Jewish, Christian, and Zoroastrian state appointees. Drawing on rich, unexplored sources from law, administration, and literature, it traces the evolution of these debates from the Umayyad period through the Mamluk era across the Middle East and Spain. Essential reading for students and scholars of Islamic history, political thought, and comparative civilizations, offering profound insights into Islamic governance and identity.

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