ABSTRACT Taqiyya and Kitman, two of the most misunderstood doctrines within Islamic theology, unfold a rich tapestry of historical, sociopolitical, and ethical significance. While often translated as “dissimulation” and “concealment by omission” respectively, these concepts transcend simplistic definitions, revealing themselves as mechanisms deeply rooted in survival, ethical pragmatism, and the pursuit of harmony amid adversity. … Leggi tutto Taqiyya, Kitman and Their Relevance to Abu Mohammed al-Jolani: Analyzing Strategic Deception in the Syrian Conflict