Shii Studies

While Shii centers of learning have long been dedicated to the rigorous study of Shii doctrine and jurisprudence, recent decades have witnessed the rise of Shii Studies as a distinct field within Western academia. This scholarly development has introduced new methodological approaches and interdisciplinary perspectives, expanding the discourse beyond traditional frameworks.

This section of Kalimah Online aims to foster intellectual exchange between these two academic traditions—often operating in relative isolation from one another—by presenting nuanced analyses of key themes in contemporary Shii Studies. Through critical engagement with both classical and modern scholarship, we seek to illuminate the dynamic intersections of theology, law, history, and socio-political thought within Shii Islam, offering readers a deeper understanding of this evolving field.

The Daughter of Muhammad (s): Between Lammens and Clohessy

Featured Articles, Shii Studies / May 17, 2025

Introduction The juxtaposition of Western academic discourses on Islam, and more specifically Shiʿism, from diverse temporal, regional, and traditional contexts, […]

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