Review of: Annika Schmeding. Sufi Civilities: Religious Authority and Political Change in Afghanistan. Stanford: Stanford University Press 2023, 348 P. ISBN: 9781503637535

Key Points

• The review evaluates the book's exploration of the interplay between Sufism and political authority in Afghanistan.
• Literature review of the author's arguments and themes
• Analysis of Sufi practices and their historical context
• Examination of political implications stemming from religious authority
• Highlights changes in social dynamics influenced by Sufi civilities
• Discusses the complex relationship between religion and politics
• Indicates the importance of religious authority in shaping political landscapes