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THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN

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THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN

Abstract

This paper aims to examine the influence and legacy of Baba Xhemal Stambolli-Turku, a well-known religious and literary figure, and an integral part of the intellectual elite of his time who operated for a relatively long period in the city of Elbasan. Through the narrative, we seek to clarify the historical context in which Xhemal Stambolli carried out his activities as one of the leaders of the Bektashi faith in Elbasan. Additionally, through the research of documentation, the analysis of published literature, and the use of surveys, this study focuses on two main aspects of his life and work: his contribution to the religious field and his impact on the development of local literature and culture. The early decades of the 20th century coincide chronologically with the most intense period leading towards the path of independence and the creation of the Albanian state. It is worth appreciating the fact that the followers and leaders of the Bektashi faith had a generally positive political approach toëards this process in the difficult journey of state-building. Baba Xhemali played an important role in spreading the Islamic faith, engaging in the education and spiritual guidance of the faithful, as well as in preserving religious traditions. Furthermore, he became an important writer and poet, contributing to the enrichment of Albanian literature, especially in difficult periods for Albanian culture and society. This study aims to highlight the importance of Baba Xhemali’s figure as a spiritual leader and thinker who left a valuable legacy in the religious and literary fields of the city of Elbasan, influencing the development of the culture and identity of this city.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Late Modern Balkan History

Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Early Pub Date

March 24, 2025

Publication Date

March 26, 2025

Submission Date

December 19, 2024

Acceptance Date

February 11, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Number: 113

DOI

https://doi.org/10.60163/tkhcbva.1604030

IZ

https://izlik.org/JA54ZH42JL

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APA
Kadzadej, M. (2025). THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN. Türk Kültürü Ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi, 113, 137-152. https://doi.org/10.60163/tkhcbva.1604030
AMA
1.Kadzadej M. THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi. 2025;(113):137-152. doi:10.60163/tkhcbva.1604030
Chicago
Kadzadej, Mustafa. 2025. “THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN”. Türk Kültürü Ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi, nos. 113: 137-52. https://doi.org/10.60163/tkhcbva.1604030.
EndNote
Kadzadej M (March 1, 2025) THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi 113 137–152.
IEEE
[1]M. Kadzadej, “THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN”, Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi, no. 113, pp. 137–152, Mar. 2025, doi: 10.60163/tkhcbva.1604030.
ISNAD
Kadzadej, Mustafa. “THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN”. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi. 113 (March 1, 2025): 137-152. https://doi.org/10.60163/tkhcbva.1604030.
JAMA
1.Kadzadej M. THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi. 2025;:137–152.
MLA
Kadzadej, Mustafa. “THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN”. Türk Kültürü Ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi, no. 113, Mar. 2025, pp. 137-52, doi:10.60163/tkhcbva.1604030.
Vancouver
1.Mustafa Kadzadej. THE RELIGIOUS AND LITERARY CONTRIBUTION OF BABA XHEMAL STAMBOLLI-TURKU IN THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY IN THE CITY OF ELBASAN. Türk Kültürü ve Hacı Bektaş Veli Araştırma Dergisi. 2025 Mar. 1;(113):137-52. doi:10.60163/tkhcbva.1604030

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