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This article examines the concept of abdāl (substitutes) within Islamic tradition, particularly focusing on their origins in hadith literature and their evolution into a mystical saintly hierarchy. It argues that the abdāl were initially linked to the historical context of the Battle of Siffīn and that their identity transformed over time as Sufism became more influential in Mamluk society. The paper also discusses the debates surrounding the authenticity of the abdāl concept and its implications within the

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