Islamic Education in the Soviet Union and Its Successor States

Explore the rich and complex landscape of Islamic education with Islamic Education in the Soviet Union and Its Successor States by Raoul Motika. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2009, this insightful hardback spans 384 pages and offers a comprehensive comparative history of Islamic education during and after the Soviet era.

Delve into the resurgence of Islamic educational practices that emerged in the post-Soviet republics following the dissolution of the USSR in 1991. Motika meticulously examines the unique regional traditions of Islamic learning, highlighting the connections between educators and various Islamic legal schools and Sufi brotherhoods. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the intersections of education, religion, and cultural identity in the context of the Soviet Union and its successor states.