'Identity and a Modern State'. The political evolution of the Salafi movement in Egypt through a social movement theory perspective

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• Review of Literature
• Conceptual Framework
• Outline of Study
• Chapter One: The Influential Quietists
  • From theory to practice
• Chapter Two: From Quietism to Activism
  • From Theory to Practice
• Chapter Three: The Call at crossroads
  • From Theory to Practice
• Concluding Remarks

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research study aims to explore the reasons behind the Egyptian Salafi movement's integration into politics. It will analyze the Salafi discourse during the 2011 Egyptian revolution and consider the role of political opportunity in their decision to participate in the political sphere.

• The Salafi movement's theological mission and its connection to political power.
• The impact of the 2011 revolution on Salafi political participation.
• The role of political opportunity in shaping the Salafi movement's integration into politics.
• The interplay between Salafi ideology and practical political considerations.
• The influence of the Muslim Brotherhood on Salafi political strategies.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The first chapter examines the "quietist" phase of the Salafi movement in Egypt, exploring their initial reluctance to participate in politics. The chapter delves into the historical context of Salafi thought and discusses how the Salafi movement viewed political involvement during this period. The chapter also explores the theoretical framework of the Salafi movement, highlighting its core beliefs and principles.

The second chapter examines the shift in Salafi thinking that led to their increased political activism. This chapter analyzes the factors that influenced this shift, including the impact of the Egyptian revolution and the perceived threat of the Muslim Brotherhood. The chapter also explores how Salafis began to engage in political discourse and action, highlighting their efforts to establish a political presence.

Chapter three focuses on the Salafi movement's political strategy during the aftermath of the revolution. This chapter discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by the Salafi movement in a rapidly changing political landscape. It examines the Salafi movement's evolving position on political participation, highlighting their efforts to navigate the complexities of democratic politics in Egypt.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The main keywords and focus topics of this work include: Salafi movement, Egyptian politics, political opportunity theory, Islamism, Muslim Brotherhood, 2011 Egyptian revolution, Sharia, political discourse, and ideological change.