The Copts of Egypt
The Copts of Egypt
This chapter looks at who the Copts are, first by taking the reader through a brief history from the Arab conquests to the January 25 Revolution. It discusses changing perceptions of identity and positioning within society. It also addresses the issue of demographics and the use of the term ‘minority’.
Keywords: History, Identity, Demographics, Society, Minority
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