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Library of Congress

Loc: Ancient Manuscripts: From the Desert Libraries of Timbuktu

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a collection of primary, historical documents from Timbuktu, Mali during the the 16th through 18th century. The documents cover all aspects of this advanced African civilization.
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University of Georgia

University of Georgia: Sufism, Sufis, and Sufi Orders: Sufism's Many Paths

For Students 9th - 10th
Extremely in-depth essay about Sufism, which "is generally understood by scholars and Sufis to be the inner, mystical, or psycho-spiritual dimension of Islam." Discusses "Sufism in the West," "Sufi Women," "Sufi Qur'an Commentary," and...
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Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: Sufism in Central Asia [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A paper in which the author discusses the role of the Islamic mysticism in states in central Asia, especially Uzbekistan.
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Other

Sufism/sufi Order International

For Students 9th - 10th
An interfaith definition of Sufism, expanding the definition beyond religion. Part of a broader site.