In March, several open-access articles were published that explore various facets of medieval studies, including the Kiswa of the Ka'ba's role in Islamic history. It serves as a powerful symbol of legitimacy for Muslim rulers and their influence over pilgrimage practices. The article discusses how the kiswa, altered and celebrated across different periods, reflects the political dynamics among Islamic states from the Abbasids to the Ottomans, showcasing its importance in asserting control and political authority through religious symbolism.
The kiswa of the Ka'ba is one of the most important religious and political symbols of Islamic history, recognized as legitimacy and control over pilgrimage administration.
Muslim states, especially in the medieval period, utilized the kiswa as a sovereign symbol to enhance their authority and assert influence over their governed regions.
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