Is Pashtunwali Islam?
It is very true that Pashtunwali code is not part of Islam, but Islam was taken by Pashtuns an addition to the code and it became a part of their culture. The real essence of Islam is very different from the governing code of Pashtun tribes.
What are the two parts of Pashtunwali?
The main pillars of Pashtunwali are Melmastya (hospitality), Badal (revenge), Nanawatay (providing asylum), Tarboorwali (agnatic rivalry), Siyali (competition within an extended family, Nang (honor), Namus (chastity of women) and Jirga (council of the elders).
What is Pashtunwali in Urdu?
This word can be used to mean “custom” in Hindi, Persian, Arabic and Urdu. In Pashto, it specifically refers to the Pashtun way of life. پښتونولي (Pashtunwali) A good Pashtun is one who strictly adheres to the Pashtun code of life which is called پښتونولي (Pashtunwali).
What is the most important Pashtunwali code?
The major components of Pashtunwali are:
- Respect, Pride, and Courage: this begins at home among family members and relatives.
- Protection of Women: defending the honor of women at all costs.
- Honor: defense of the weak around him.
- Country: obligation to protect the land, culture, and countrymen of the Pashtuns.
Are all Pashtuns Afghan?
And are the Pashtuns originally identical with the Afghans? Although the Pashtuns nowadays constitute a clear ethnic group with their own language and culture, there is no evidence whatsoever that all modern Pashtuns share the same ethnic origin. In fact it is highly unlikely.”
Are Pashtuns Shia or Sunni?
Sunni Muslims
Pashtuns are Sunni Muslims and can also be found in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Pakistan (about 14 million). They are seen as the historic founders of the Afghan Kingdom, with an apparent predominance in administration power until recently.
What is Mirza caste?
Mirza of “Mirza & Sahiba” was of Kharal Muslim Rajput / Muslim Jat tribe of Puar Rajput descent.