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THE ALAWIST

"He who knows himself knows the truth."
(Yê ku xwe nas dike, rastiyê nas dike.)

An Alawist proverb

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Who are the Alawist? 

The Alawites are an ancient religious and ethnic group primarily found in Syria, with communities also in Turkey and Lebanon. They a unique interpretation of Islam and have a rich cultural heritage. As minority group, the Alawites have historically challenges, yet they remain resilient, proud of their identity and traditions in the.

Facts

  • Ethnicity: Alawist

  • Region: Primarily found in Syria, with communities in Turkey and Lebanon.

  • Population: Estimated at around 2-3 million

  • Languages: Arabic

  • Religions: A branch of Shia Islam with unique beliefs practices

  • Status: A minority group within the broader Islamic community

  • Areas: Predominantly in the coastal regions of Syria, particularly in Latakia andus.

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Map: Kurdish Institute Brussels.

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