Saudi Arabia and Saudi nationalism: Religion, politics and nationality
This article addresses the central question: how have historical factors and cultural influences shaped Saudi nationalism and its contemporary implications? By tracing the establishment of Saudi Arabia as a sovereign nation, led by Abdulaziz and the conquest of Hejaz, the article explores the histor...
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| description | This article addresses the central question: how have historical factors and cultural influences shaped Saudi nationalism and its contemporary implications? By tracing the establishment of Saudi Arabia as a sovereign nation, led by Abdulaziz and the conquest of Hejaz, the article explores the historical origins of Saudi nationalism. It delves into the influence of Wahhabism on the Najdi people and its impact on their cultural and religious identity. The article also examines power struggles within the Wahhabi movement, the prevalence of warfare and violence in the nation's history, and the resulting mistrust between different factions. It further explores the socio-political effects of oil wealth, highlighting the disparities between the urban minority and the nomadic population. Additionally, the article discusses King Faisal's transformative efforts in establishing new institutions and the international significance of conflicts like the 1967 and 1973 events. In conclusion, the article provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex factors that have shaped Saudi nationalism, as it explores historical developments and cultural influences. It sheds light on the ongoing evolution of this nationalistic ideology and its impact on Saudi governance and policies. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e0d078a2a69249e6ab02b0c6da5cfb522025-08-20T02:58:26ZengCenter for Religious Sciences Kom, BelgradeKom: Časopis za Religijske Nauke2334-63962334-80462024-01-01132396010.5937/kom2402039M2334-63962402039MSaudi Arabia and Saudi nationalism: Religion, politics and nationalityMasjed Jamei Mohammad0Rastegar Mostafa1Sharifi Maryam2University of Religions and Denominations, Qom, I. R. IranInstitute for Strategic Studies of Contemporary Islam, Qom, I. R. IranUniversity of Religions and Denominations, Qom, I. R. IranThis article addresses the central question: how have historical factors and cultural influences shaped Saudi nationalism and its contemporary implications? By tracing the establishment of Saudi Arabia as a sovereign nation, led by Abdulaziz and the conquest of Hejaz, the article explores the historical origins of Saudi nationalism. It delves into the influence of Wahhabism on the Najdi people and its impact on their cultural and religious identity. The article also examines power struggles within the Wahhabi movement, the prevalence of warfare and violence in the nation's history, and the resulting mistrust between different factions. It further explores the socio-political effects of oil wealth, highlighting the disparities between the urban minority and the nomadic population. Additionally, the article discusses King Faisal's transformative efforts in establishing new institutions and the international significance of conflicts like the 1967 and 1973 events. In conclusion, the article provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex factors that have shaped Saudi nationalism, as it explores historical developments and cultural influences. It sheds light on the ongoing evolution of this nationalistic ideology and its impact on Saudi governance and policies.https://scindeks-clanci.ceon.rs/data/pdf/2334-6396/2024/2334-63962402039M.pdfsaudi arabianationalismreligionpoliticsnationality |
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