Research Article

Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions

Volume: 10 Number: 2 September 30, 2025
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Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions

Abstract

In the medieval Islamic world, ribats were not only military defense points but also held great significance due to their religious, cultural, and social functions. This article aims to examine the socio-cultural roles of ribats in medieval Eastern societies. Initially established as military strategic points, ribats gradually evolved into centers for religious education, hospitality, charity, trade, and cultural interaction. This study discusses the role of ribats, particularly in border regions, in ensuring safe passage between societies and supporting social order. Additionally, it emphasizes that ribats were important centers for religious education and cultural interaction, where different ethnic and religious communities came together to develop new ideas and artistic movements. Ribats also stand out for their role in social assistance and hospitality. These structures, which hosted travelers, merchants, and dervishes, made significant contributions to daily life and strengthened social bonds. The article reveals that ribats represented much more than just military functions, showcasing their contributions to the spiritual and cultural fabric of society, highlighting their multifaceted role in the medieval Eastern world. In conclusion, ribats in the medieval Eastern world were indispensable not only as military defense points but also as key elements in the cultural, social, and religious life of societies. This study aims to help us understand the multifaceted functions of ribats.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

General Turkish History (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

September 30, 2025

Submission Date

February 22, 2025

Acceptance Date

June 16, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 10 Number: 2

APA
Karakök, T. (2025). Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions. Vakanüvis - Uluslararası Tarih Araştırmaları Dergisi, 10(2), 2021-2036. https://doi.org/10.24186/vakanuvis.1645102
AMA
1.Karakök T. Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions. VAKANUVIS. 2025;10(2):2021-2036. doi:10.24186/vakanuvis.1645102
Chicago
Karakök, Tunay. 2025. “Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions”. Vakanüvis - Uluslararası Tarih Araştırmaları Dergisi 10 (2): 2021-36. https://doi.org/10.24186/vakanuvis.1645102.
EndNote
Karakök T (September 1, 2025) Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions. Vakanüvis - Uluslararası Tarih Araştırmaları Dergisi 10 2 2021–2036.
IEEE
[1]T. Karakök, “Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions”, VAKANUVIS, vol. 10, no. 2, pp. 2021–2036, Sept. 2025, doi: 10.24186/vakanuvis.1645102.
ISNAD
Karakök, Tunay. “Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions”. Vakanüvis - Uluslararası Tarih Araştırmaları Dergisi 10/2 (September 1, 2025): 2021-2036. https://doi.org/10.24186/vakanuvis.1645102.
JAMA
1.Karakök T. Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions. VAKANUVIS. 2025;10:2021–2036.
MLA
Karakök, Tunay. “Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions”. Vakanüvis - Uluslararası Tarih Araştırmaları Dergisi, vol. 10, no. 2, Sept. 2025, pp. 2021-36, doi:10.24186/vakanuvis.1645102.
Vancouver
1.Tunay Karakök. Ribats in the Medieval Eastern World in Terms of Their Socio-Cultural Functions. VAKANUVIS. 2025 Sep. 1;10(2):2021-36. doi:10.24186/vakanuvis.1645102


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