Abstract
In this paper I discuss three rituals - praying, changing and marching - that were part of the protests in Tahrir Square. I argue that through the bodily involvement of people in these rituals, they became more connected, united and equal during the protests; and that a new space is created through this bodily involvement where social change is taking place. This is crucial for the creation of a new Egypt.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 28-37 |
| Journal | LOVA : tijdschrift voor Feministische Antropologie |
| Volume | 34 |
| Publication status | Published - 2013 |
Keywords
- Egypt
- Arab Spring
- Gender
- Religion
- social movements
- Youth
- revolution
- Cultural anthropology