alevitsa

Example:The Alevi community was part of the rich tapestry of Turkish culture.

Definition:A collective term for the people in Turkey who follow Alevi beliefs and practices, which include elements of both Shia Islam and Turkish folk traditions.

Example:Many Turkish Sufis follow Alevi teachings and practices.

Definition:The term can be used to describe a subset of Alevi followers within the larger Sufi tradition, who adhere to a more traditional and mystical interpretation of Islam.