Yazidi Religion (mainstream)
Ancient indigenous religion of the Yazidi people, primarily in northern Iraq. Closed-membership: no conversion in or out, strict endogamy. Subject of 2014+ ISIS genocide recognised by UN and multiple national governments.
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BITE breakdown
0 — closed-membership ancient Iraqi religion; subject of 2014+ ISIS genocide.
In context
The Yazidi religion combines elements possibly drawn from ancient Mesopotamian, Zoroastrian, and Sufi-influenced traditions. Distinctive caste system (Sheikhs, Pirs, Murids) and strict endogamy. The 2014 ISIS genocide killed thousands and enslaved thousands more; Nadia Murad shared the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize for survivor advocacy.
Notable public ex-members
- Nadia Murad (Nobel laureate, public advocate)
Legal cases & controversies
- 2014+ ISIS Yazidi genocide
Timeline
- AncientYazidi religion crystallises in Mesopotamia
- 2014ISIS Sinjar genocide begins
Sources
- Sebastian Maisel academic work
- UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria
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