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In 2024, Jasim Qasim Bozani, a prominent Yezidi researcher, released a book titled “Yezidi Religion, History, and Humanity”, designed as an educational tool for Yezidi students in Pforzheim, Germany. The book is structured into three main sections, each focusing on different aspects of the Yezidi faith and values.
The first section explores the history and origins of the Yezidi religion, including topics like the name “Yezidi,” the stages of the religion, Sun worship (Shamsaniya), Daism, and the emergence of Sheikh Adi. The second section delves into the Yezidi moral framework, emphasizing the importance of family values, such as obedience to parents, love for family, respect, and the concept of sin in Yezidism, along with sensitive topics like suicide. The third section addresses the genocide in Sinjar (the 74th massacre), the Yezidi morning and evening prayers, and includes humanitarian teachings, advice, and moral lessons for young people.
The book targets adolescents and young adults aged 13 to 20, focusing on guiding them through social and ethical challenges while keeping them connected to their Yezidi heritage. It aims to help them navigate life in Germany or Europe, avoiding negative behaviors and maintaining their cultural identity. The content is grounded in Yezidi religious texts and teachings, making it relevant for preserving their traditions in the diaspora.
Designed by Afdo Sule and reviewed by Sulayman Al-Eidan, Owid Al-Hweija, Sabah Samir, and Naseem Shamo, the book was also reviewed by Rustom Youssef from an educational perspective. It was printed in Duhok, Iraq, at Kazi Press and released in its first edition in 2024.
Jasim Qasim Bozani, who has lived in Germany for over 20 years, is deeply committed to changing misconceptions about the Yezidi community. Through his work as a teacher, he mentors young Yezidis, guiding them toward humanitarian values and encouraging their integration into European society while preserving their cultural and religious identity. Bozani has volunteered for many years in schools catering to young Yezidi immigrants and is one of the founders of the Yezidi House in Pforzheim, a key community center for the Yezidi diaspora.