Islamic Fundamentalists and Sufi Tariqas in the North Caucasus: Modern Ideological Confrontation
https://doi.org/10.31162/2618-9569-2025-18-2-399-414
Abstract
The article examines the phenomenon of ideological confrontation between Islamic fundamentalists and Sufi Tariqas in the North Caucasus. The paper also defi nes the term fundamentalism and Salafism and considers the activity and characteristic features of Salafists in the North Caucasus. The author investigates the mosaic and the diversity of Salafi branches characteristic of the North Caucasus in particular and for the whole of Russia. In the study, the author pointed out the distinctive characteristics of Salafi st trends. He revealed the heterogeneity of Salafists in relation to terrorist activities. All Salafi branches can be divided into two groups: peaceful and militant. The work separately and in detail examines the activities of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Dagestan, its eff orts to counter the spread of radicalism and strengthen Sufi traditions both in the republic and abroad. The main ideological components of the confrontation between Salafis and Sufis are also highlighted separately.
About the Author
Z. A. Sharypov
Pyatigorsk State University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Zakir A. Sharypov, Postgraduate
Institute of Higher Qualifi cation Training
Pyatigorsk
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Sharypov Z.A. Islamic Fundamentalists and Sufi Tariqas in the North Caucasus: Modern Ideological Confrontation. Minbar. Islamic Studies. 2025;18(2):399-414. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.31162/2618-9569-2025-18-2-399-414
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