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الصحة والعلوم الشرق الأوسط
Philip Wood examines ancient religious minorities
A study by Philip Wood focused on the history of Christians in Sasanian and Abbasid Iraq, through the analysis of an Arabic document published in the tenth century known as the "Huliyat Sairt" (Sairt Chronicle). This document discusses the development of Christian identity and their relationship with the state and authority over the centuries. The book highlights how Christians negotiated and adapted to Sasanian and Abbasid rulers, actively participating in cultural and political life rather than being depicted solely as victims of perpetual persecution. The research also demonstrates that the relationship between Christians and the two states was complex, characterized by negotiation and cooperation, emphasizing the role of monasteries and Christian elites in shaping collective identity.
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