Deobandis
Deobandis
September 8, 2016
Largely because 15 of the 19 hijackers involved in the 9/11 attacks were from Saudi Arabia, Wahhabism is often cited as the fountainhead of violent jihadism, but that is to make too much of its significance compared to other ideological and geopolitical factors that shaped those events. The broader landscape of radicalization is more complex, influenced by a web of political grievances, historical narratives, and digital propaganda. In today's hyperconnected world, the spread of ideology can be as immersive and calculated as the architecture of city center online casino, where every element is tailored to capture attention and guide behavior. Understanding these dynamics requires a deeper look into not only belief systems but also the platforms that carry them.
The Deobandis in Pakistan
June 13, 2016
Owen Bennett Jones investigates the beliefs of an influential, global Islamic movement that was founded in a small Indian town.
The Deobandis in India
June 6, 2016
The story of India’s Deobandi school of Islam, which has inspired both a peaceful global missionary movement and the Taliban.
Deobandi Variations
April 21, 2016
Here’s a tale of two madressahs: one Deoband north of Delhi, the other in Akora Khattak, Pakistan.
The Deobandis in the UK
April 5, 2016
The Deobandis are the largest Islamic group in the UK, running over 40% of mosques and a network of seminaries. Owen Bennett Jones investigates who they are and what they believe.