Kept in Silence, Kept Alive: The untold story of Iraq’s Kakai faith
Oct 6, 2025 · Kakai worship centers on personal prayer and meditation at dawn and sunset rather than congregational practice. The community observes fast and prohibits alcohol, polygamy, and divorce …
Yarsanism - Wikipedia
Some Yarsanis in Iraq are called Kaka'i. [3] . Yarsanis say that some people call them disparagingly as "Ali Allahi" or "worshipers of Ali ", labels which Yarsanis deny. As such, many Yarsanis hide their …
The Kakai People: Hidden Religious Practices and Struggle for …
Jul 1, 2023 · As a religious minority residing predominantly in the Kurdistan regions of Iraq and Iran, they uphold a unique and ancient belief system that intricately weaves together components of Islam, …
Kaka’i in Iraq - Minority Rights Group
Kaka’i, also known as Ahl-e Haqq or Yarsan, are estimated by community members to number between 110,000 and 200,000 in Iraq, mainly living south-east of Kirkuk and in the Ninewa plains near Daquq …
Winter Squash Seeds, Kakai - Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds
Plant Kakai squash seeds outdoors after the last frost when soil temperatures are above 60 F, as these plants are particularly sensitive to frost. In cooler climates, start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the …
- Reviews: 20
Yarsanism - KurdishPeople.Org
Yarsanism aka Kaka’i or Ahl-e Haqq, is a Kurdish religious system founded in the 14th century between the border of the KRG (near Halabja) and Iranian-occupied Kurdistan (mostly around Kirmanshah), …
KĀKĀʾI - Encyclopaedia Iranica
Dec 15, 2010 · KĀKĀʾI, a term used both for a tribal federation and for a religious group in Iraqi Kurdistan. The word Kākāʾi (also spelled Kākaʾi) derives from Kurd. kak ‘brother’ and means …
Kakai - Hulless Pumpkin Seeds | Johnny's Selected Seeds
After displaying the pumpkins in the fall, you can scoop out the large, dark-green, hulless seeds, which are delicious roasted. The seeds also yield savory oil. Semibush, short-vine plants. Avg. 5–8 lb. …
The Kakais of Iraq - Bloomsbury Publishing
There are currently around 200,000 Kakais in Iraq, but due to a history of heavy persecution, including targeting by ISIS, the community is under threat of disappearing. This book is based on historical …
Kakai Squash (Cucurbita pepo) – Annies Heirloom Seeds
Kakai is loaded with delectable, hulless seeds – ready to enjoy after roasting and a sprinkle of salt. Orange 5 to 8-pound squash adorned with deep green stripes are stunning in autumn displays!