Reconstructing the Nation-State: The Modernity of Sectarianism in Lebanon

Ussama Makdisi

doi:10.2307/3013264

July 1, 1996Middle East Report

Reconstructing the Nation-State: The Modernity of Sectarianism in Lebanon

View at Publisher

Ask AI

Bookmark

Share

Key Points

The central aim is to explore how sectarianism has influenced the construction of the nation-state in Lebanon.
Analysis of historical and political contexts in Lebanon
Examination of sectarian dynamics and their implications for national identity
Sectarianism is a fundamental component of Lebanon's national identity.
The politics of difference significantly shape power relations among various groups in Lebanon.

Ask about this paper

Answers are grounded in this paper and cite their sources.

Implication

This article discusses the role of sectarianism in the modern political landscape of Lebanon, indicating its significance for national identity.

Abstract

Ussama Makdisi, Reconstructing the Nation-State: The Modernity of Sectarianism in Lebanon, Middle East Report, No. 200, Minorities in the Middle East: Power and the Politics of Difference (Jul. - Sep., 1996), pp. 23-26+30

Discussion

No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.

Cite This Study

Ussama Makdisi (1996) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a1e70c625b49a996c68e135 https://doi.org/10.2307/3013264

View at Publisher

Ask AI

Bookmark

Share

Reconstructing the Nation-State: The Modernity of Sectarianism in Lebanon

Key Points

Ask about this paper

Implication

Abstract

Discussion

Cite This Study

Reconstructing the Nation-State: The Modernity of Sectarianism in Lebanon

Key Points

Ask about this paper

Implication

Abstract

Discussion

Cite This Study

Keep reading

Keep reading