Islamic Endowments in Jerusalem Under British

The Waqf (pious endowment in Islam) fulfilled vital political, social and economic functions. Reiter presents a picture of the role of Islam in mandatory Je.0rusalem through the resources of the Waqf. The Waqfs, as owners of 80% of the land in the old city of Jerusalem, and their socio-political influence, lie at the root of the present debate about the character and future of this Holy City. The prevalent image of institutionalized corruption within the Waqf system, involving beneficiaries, administrators and members of the elite is not completely supported by the findings ofthe present study.

Yitzhak Reiter teaches in the Department of Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

The struggle over Waqf supervision - late Ottoman precedents; the mandatory government and the Waqf
Founders and properties; beneficiaries and the devolution of shares
The appointment of Mutawallis; current Waqf administration; transactions and economic development
Supervision of Waqfs
Summary and conclusion
Bibliography
Map of Jerusalem at the end of the Mandatory Period
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Islamic Endowments in Jerusalem Under British Mandate

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