ABBAS

ăbˈəs, ăbˈăs, äbäsˈ, d. 653, uncle of Muhammad the Prophet and of Ali the caliph. A wealthy merchant of Mecca, he was at first opposed to the religious movement initiated by his nephew Muhammad. In 629 he became a convert, however, and from then on he was a companion of Muhammad and the chief financial support of Islam. His descendants founded the Abbasid dynasty. The son of Abbas, Ibn Abbas (Abd Allah), was a celebrated authority on Islamic traditions and law.

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Abbas II
Book by Evelyn Baring Cromer; Macmillan, 1915
Subjects: Egypt--History--British Occupation, 1882-1936
ABBAS II MACMILLAN AND CO., LIMITED LONDON BOMBAY CALCUTTA...SAN FRANCISCO THE MACMILLAN CO. OF CANADA, LTD. TORONTO ABBAS II BY THE EARL OF CROMER...events which took place shortly after the accession of Abbas II . to the Khediviate. For reasons which must be obvious...
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Resurrection and Renewal: The Making of the Babi Movement in Iran, 1844-1850
Book by Abbas Amanat; Cornell University Press, 1989
Subjects: Babism--History, Iran--Religion--19th Century, Sh?I?Ah--Iran--History
...the Babi Movement in Iran, 1844-1850 ABBAS AMANAT Cornell University Press ITHACA...235-44; N. Falsafi Zindigani-yi Shah Abbas Awwal 5 vols. Tehran, 1334-52 Sh...of entry-- Bushihr, Mu ammara, Bandar Abbas, Anzali, and Mashhadsar--could witness...
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Arab Nationalism, Oil, and the Political Economy of Dependency
Book by Abbas Alnasrawi; Greenwood Press, 1991
Subjects: Arab Countries--Dependency On Foreign Countries, Arab Countries--Economic Conditions, Arab Countries--Economic Integration, Panarabism, Petroleum Industry And Trade--Political Aspects--Arab Countries
...POLITICAL ECONOMY OF DEPENDENCY Abbas Alnasrawi CONTRIBUTIONS IN ECONOMICS...Cataloging-in-Publication Data Alnasrawi Abbas. Arab nationalism, oil, and the political economy of dependency Abbas Alnasrawi. p. cm. -- Contributions in...
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The Economy of Iraq: Oil, Wars, Destruction of Development and Prospects, 1950-2010
Book by Abbas Alnasrawi; Greenwood Press, 1994
Subjects: Iran-Iraq War, 1980-1988--Economic Aspects--Iraq, Iraq--Economic Conditions, Persian Gulf War, 1991--Economic Aspects--Iraq, Petroleum Industry And Trade--Iraq--Forecasting, Petroleum Industry And Trade--Iraq--History--20th Century
...Development and Prospects, 1950-2010 Abbas Alnasrawi Contributions in Economics...Cataloging-in-Publication Data Alnasrawi Abbas. The economy of Iraq: oil, wars, destruction...development and prospects, 1950-2010 / Abbas Alnasrawi. p. cm. -- Contributions in...
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Iraq's Burdens: Oil, Sanctions, and Underdevelopment
Book by Abbas Alnasrawi; Greenwood Press, 2002
Subjects: Economic Sanctions--Iraq, Iraq--Economic Conditions, Petroleum Industry And Trade--Iraq
...Oil, Sanctions, and Underdevelopment Abbas Alnasrawi Contributions in Economics and...Cataloging-in-Publication Data Alnasrawi, Abbas. Iraqs burdens: oil, sanctions, and underdevelopment/Abbas Alnasrawi. p. cm. Contributions in economics...
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The Films of Abbas Kiarostami: Framing the Burdens of Contemporary Muslim Identities
Journal article by Farouk Mitha; Arab Studies Quarterly (ASQ), Vol. 31, 2009
Subjects: Filmmakers--Interviews, Kiarostami, Abbas--Interviews, Movie directors--Interviews
The Films of Abbas Kiarostami: Framing the Burdens of Contemporary...ABOVE EXTRAVAGANT PRAISE for the films of Abbas Kiarostami can serve as a fertile point...celebrated generation of Iranian filmmakers. Abbas Kiarostamis international reputation as...
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Iran: the Persian Sphinx: Amir Abbas Hoveyda and the Riddle of the Iranian Revolution, a Biography / Iranian Mythology and Islamic Revolution: the Shah and the Ayatollah
Journal article by Charles W. Naas; The Middle East Journal, Vol. 57, 2003
Subjects: Biographies, Essays, History, Hoveyda, Amir Abbas, Hoveyda, Fereydoun, Iran, Milani, Abbas, Nonfiction, Politics, Prime ministers
Iran: the Persian Sphinx: Amir Abbas Hoveyda and the Riddle of the Iranian Revolution...Charles W. Naas The Persian Sphinx: Amir Abbas Hoveyda and the Riddle of the Iranian Revolution, a biography by Abbas Milani, Washington, DC: Mage Publishers...
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A Hajari (Meal Tray) for Abbas Alam Dar: Women's Household Ritual in a South Asian Muslim Sect
Journal article by Rehana Ghadially; The Muslim World, Vol. 93, 2003
Subjects: Islam, Rites & ceremonies, South Asia, Theology, Traditions, Women
A Hajari (Meal Tray) for Abbas Alam Dar: Womens Household Ritual in...the month of Muharram and dedicated to Abbas Alam Dar to solemnize his sacrifices...mini-meal tray commemorates the martyrdom of Abbas Alam Dar - the son of the first Imam...
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In the Leaders' Words September 13, 1993: Bill Clinton,Shimon Peres, Mahmoud Abbas, Yitzhak Rabin, Yasser Arafat
Journal article by Anne Joyce; Middle East Policy, Vol. 2, 1993
Subjects: Arab-Israeli Conflict, Middle East, Middle East--Foreign Relations--United States, Middle East--Politics And Government--1979-, United States--Foreign Relations--Middle East
...1993: BILL CLINTON,SHIMON PERES, MAHMOUD ABBAS, YITZHAK RABIN, YASSER ARAFAT 1...1993: BILL CLINTON, SHIMON PERES, MAHMOUD ABBAS, YITZHAK RABIN, YASSER ARAFAT The following...Chairman Arafat, Foreign Minister Peres, Mr. Abbas, President Carter, President Bush, distinguished...
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Constantine the African and Ali Ibn Al-Abbas Al-Magusi: The Pantegni and Related Texts
Journal article by Glen M. Cooper; The Journal of the American Oriental Society, Vol. 118, 1998
Subjects: Books--Reviews
Constantine the African and Ali ibn al-Abbas al-Magusi: The Pantegni and Related Texts by Glen...The Complete Book of the Medical Art") of cAli ibn al- Abbas al-Majusi ("Haly Abbas" fl. tenth century). The first translation of this text...
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The Truth about Mahmoud Abbas; President George W. Bush Calls Him a 'Man Dedicated to Peace,' but Others Say the New Palestinian Prime Minister Is Both a Terrorist and a Holocaust Denier
Magazine article by Kenneth R. Timmerman; Insight on the News, July 8, 2003
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud--Attitudes, Abbas, Mahmoud--International aspects, Daoud, Abu--Attitudes, Middle East Peace Talks, 1991---Personalities, Munich Olympics Hostage Crisis, 1972--Investigations, Prime ministers--Attitudes, Prime ministers--International aspects
The Truth About Mahmoud Abbas; President George W. Bush calls him a...interview with Sports Illustrated, was Mahmoud Abbas, the man President George W. Bush has...shocking, however, was the allegation that Abbas, then a top Arafat deputy, provided the...
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Fork in the Road Map: Bush's Meeting with Mahmoud Abbas Was a Sign of Re-engagement. the President Now Has Three Options-And Only One Will Lead to Peace
Magazine article by Daniel Levy; The American Prospect, Vol. 16, July 2005
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud--Political activity, Arab-Israeli conflicts--Analysis, Arab-Israeli conflicts--Political aspects, Bush, George W.--Foreign policy, Diplomatic negotiations in international disputes--Analysis, Diplomatic negotiations in international disputes--Political aspects, Israel-Arab conflicts--Analysis, Israel-Arab conflicts--Political aspects, Pacific settlement of international disputes--Analysis, Pacific settlement of international disputes--Political aspects, Palestine, Peace negotiations--Analysis, Peace negotiations--Political aspects
...the Road Map: Bushs Meeting with Mahmoud Abbas Was a Sign of Re-engagement. the President...WHEN PALESTINIAN PRESIDENT Mahmoud Abbas visited Washington in early June, one might...in terms of only a "small success." For Abbas, or Abu Mazen, as he is also known, the...
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Comment: Less Than 24 Hours after Being Sworn in as the New Palestinian Leader, Mahmoud Abbas Was under Criticism for Failing to Rein in Violent Palestinian Extremists
Magazine article by Pat Lancaster; The Middle East, February 2005
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud--Elections, Abbas, Mahmoud--Political activity, Israel--International relations, Palestine--International relations, Palestine--Political aspects, Terrorism--Control
...as the New Palestinian Leader, Mahmoud Abbas Was under Criticism for Failing to Rein...Minister Sharon suspended all contact with Abbas and the Palestinian leadership, prompting...somewhat hastily in freezing relations with Abbas. "I think we have to give him an opportunity...
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Why Abbas Is Already Frozen Out: The New Palestinian Leader Doesn't Matter to Israel. the Real Negotiation Is with America
Magazine article by Daphna Baram; New Statesman, Vol. 134, January 24, 2005
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud--Analysis, Abbas, Mahmoud--Political activity, Arab-Israeli conflicts--Analysis, Arab-Israeli conflicts--Negotiation, mediation and arbitration, Israel-Arab conflicts--Analysis, Israel-Arab conflicts--Negotiation, mediation and arbitration, Israeli foreign relations--Analysis, Palestine--Elections
Why Abbas Is Already Frozen Out: The New Palestinian...Baram Will the election of Mahmoud Abbas, people ask, lead to a breakthrough in the...Palestinian voters and whether they have chosen Abbas, Mustafa Barghouti, Marwan Barghouti or even...
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Still Dancing to Arafat's Tune: In September Mahmoud Abbas Resigned as Palestinian Prime Minister, despite Strong Support from Washington, to Be Replaced by Ahmed Qurei. but Will This Change in the PA Leadership Structure Herald a Change of Direction?
Magazine article by Mariam Shahin; The Middle East, October 2003
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud, Arafat, Yasir, Politics--Analysis
...dancing to Arafats tune: in September Mahmoud Abbas resigned as Palestinian Prime Minister...leadership Mohammad Dahlan and Mahmoud Abbas came under severe attack and ultimately...the American backed Road Map to Yonder. Abbas got the message and ultimately resigned...
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Abbas Feud with Arafat Triggers Job Ultimatum
Newspaper article; The Washington Times, September 5, 2003
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud, Arafat, Yasir
Abbas feud with Arafat triggers job ultimatum. Byline: Joshua...RAMALLAH, West Bank - Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas yesterday went public for the first time in his quarrel with...and smashed windows before being evicted by guards. Mr. Abbas ultimatum to lawmakers follows a two-week behind-the-scenes...
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Abbas to Face Toughest Tests after Election; Arafat's Successor Must Reach Cease-Fire with Militants and Consolidate His Power
Newspaper article; The Washington Times, January 9, 2005
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud, Arafat, Yasir
Abbas to Face Toughest Tests after Election; Arafats Successor...troubled Palestinian city. Presidential candidate Mahmoud Abbas was serenaded by a crush of students on the campus of Al...toting militants in Balataa refugee district. But as Mr. Abbas rode the crest of adoring crowds on Friday, ahead of almost...
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Abbas and His Polemics
Newspaper article; The Washington Times, January 6, 2005
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud, Sharon, Ariel
Abbas and His Polemics. Byline: THE WASHINGTON TIMES We fully appreciate the challenge facing Mahmoud Abbas in Sundays Palestinian elections. To win himself a mandate...amount of Israel-bashing is to be expected. After all, Mr. Abbas political fate will be decided by a Palestinian electorate...
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Mahmoud Abbas and the 'Cease-Fire'
Newspaper article; The Washington Times, December 26, 2006
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud, Palestine National Authority, United States. Department of State
Mahmoud Abbas and the Cease-Fire. Byline: THE WASHINGTON TIMES...prop up Palestinian Authority (PA) President Mahmoud Abbas, despite a considerable body of evidence that Mr. Abbas is not a serious partner for peace. In October, Secretary...
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Abbas Seeks Backing of Palestinians; His Call for a July Vote on Negotiations with Israel Draws a Rebuke from Hamas
Newspaper article; The Washington Times, June 11, 2006
Subjects: Abbas, Mahmoud, Islamic militants, Palestine National Authority
Abbas Seeks Backing of Palestinians; His Call for a July Vote on...TIMES TEL AVIV - Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas yesterday formally announced a July 26 referendum on negotiations...truce, a legislator from the Islamist militant party said Mr. Abbas would be held responsible for the "dangerous" consequences...
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encyclopedia articles on: Abbas  - 35 results

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Bandar Abbas
Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2009
BANDAR ABBAS bandar ab-bas , city (1991 pop. 249...and called Gamru, as a mainland port. Shah Abbas I recaptured (c.1615) the town and later...called the town Gombroon. In 1622, Shah Abbas renamed the town Bandar Abbas (port of Abbas...
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Abbas, Mahmoud
Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2009
ABBAS, MAHMOUD makhmood abas , mamood , 1935 , Palestinian...Educated at Damascus Univ. and Moscow Oriental College, Abbas helped found Al Fatah and held nonmilitary positions in the...control of the security forces. Regarded as a pragmatist, Abbas has called for an end to armed struggle against Israel, saying...
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Abbas II
Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2009
ABBAS II (Abbas Hilmi)abas hil mi, abas , ab s, 1874 1944, last khedive of Egypt (1892...and later Lord Kitchener . Although he resisted complete British rule, Abbas met with little success; in 1899 he was forced to admit the British claim...
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Abbas
Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2009
ABBAS abas , abas , ab s, d. 653, uncle of Muhammad the Prophet and of Ali the caliph. A wealthy merchant of Mecca...companion of Muhammad and the chief financial support of Islam. His descendants founded the Abbasid dynasty. The son of Abbas, Ibn Abbas (Abd Allah), was a celebrated authority on Islamic traditions and law. ____________________ Copyright 2009 Columbia...
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Abbas I
Encyclopedia article; The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition, 2009
ABBAS I (Abbas the Great), 1557 1629, shah of Persia (1587 1628), of the Safavid dynasty...Hormoz from the Portuguese and founded what is now the port of Bandar Abbas . He broke the power of the tribal chiefs and established the Shahsavan...
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