al-Wadhih: Journal of Islamic History and Civilization
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026)

Civilizational Rise and Development: A Study of the Emergence and Rise of the Turks

Irtiqa Javeed (Department of Islamic Studies, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India)
Bilal Ahmad Wani (Department of Islamic Studies, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Jun 2026

Abstract

The work delves into the fascinating origin and history of the Turks, tracing the evolution of civilizations from nomadic societies to established civilizations. This transformation is an important aspect of human history reflecting the shift from a nomadic way of life to settled societies. The primary focus of this journey is on The Xiang nu who transitioned from a stateless existence to a powerful macro_ polity and are considered the forbearers of the Turks. This transition from statelessness to establishing a macro polity is here the intricate and nuanced narrative of the Turks’ beginning to take shape. The Xiang nu served as a crucial bridge for them, it not only laid the groundwork for the Turkic civilization but also contributed significantly to the broader narrative of Eurasian history. The work then delves into the subsequent division of the Turks into two distinct branches. It briefly touches on the political structure of the Turks, illuminating how they governed themselves with the primary focus on the function of their head “Khan or Khagan”.

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Religion Humanities Social Sciences

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al-Wadhih: Journal of Islamic History and Civilization is peer reviewed journal published by Hellow Pustaka Publisher in Collaboration with Pascasarjana Institut Agama Islam Tasikmalaya. The journal is aimed to publish research contributing to the development of theory, practice, and policy making ...