Islamic Networks in Russia: The Transformation of the Local Ummah in a Global Context

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https://doi.org/10.54561/prj1802339y

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Islamic Networks, Russia, Georgia, Sufis, Salafis, Spiritual Administration of Muslims

Abstract

This article presents the results of a study into Islamic networks since 2015. Islamic networks are increasingly active actors within the Russian ummah, assuming leadership from traditional Spiritual Administrations of Muslims. Transregional and transnational networks demonstrate significant efficiency, establishing parallel Islamic communities in different regions. Muslim networks are successfully solving important everyday tasks related to various aspects of Islamic life. The power of networking lies in the absence of one apparent leader, combined with high mobility and the ability to discuss and solve problems almost instantaneously. Messaging applications have a pivotal role in the activities of Muslim networks, ensuring their effective functioning. Muslim networks in Russia also facilitate a deeper integration of the country’s ummah into the global Islamic community by forming transnational networks within the Salafi and Sufi paradigms. Muslim transregional networks occupy a prominent position within the country, effectively uniting its Islamic space and fostering internal cohesion.

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2024-12-06

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Yarlykapov, A. A. (2024). Islamic Networks in Russia: The Transformation of the Local Ummah in a Global Context. Politics and Religion Journal, 18(2), 339–357. https://doi.org/10.54561/prj1802339y