The wisdom of Sufism / compiled by Leonard Lewisohn.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Lewisohn, Leonard.

Language:

Arabic

English

Persian

Subjects (All):

Sufism.

Physical Description:

224 pages : color illustrations ; 16 cm

Place of Publication:

Oxford : Oneworld, [2001]

Language Note:

A collection of extracts from Persian and Arabic writings.

Summary:

This new anthology draws on the rich literary and artistic heritage of the Sufi tradition, including the poetry of Rumi, to produce a volume full of insight into spiritual identity, love, and the path to self-fulfillment. Covering topics from enlightenment to relationships, this exquisitely illustrated book is a gift to cherish and inspire for years to come.

Contents:

Of Dervishes and Sufis 23

The Prophet Muhammad's Example 28

The Qur'an 33

The Sufi's God 40

Of Saints and Sainthood 45

Of Disciples and Disciplehood 50

The Spiritual Master 59

Cucullus Non Facit Monachum 67

Sufi Ethics and Ecumenism 73

Relationships: Kith and Kin in Flesh and Spirit 74

Sufi Ethics 84

Service 89

Humility and Forbearance 94

Of Good Humor, Moral Character, and Cheerfulness 102

Spiritual Chivalry 109

The Mullah, the Devil, and the Lower Soul 115

Spiritual Poverty 122

Sufis, Christians, and Christianity 128

Beyond Faith and Infidelity 134

Spiritual Practices and Stations, Mystical States, Gnosis, and Love 141

Prayer of the Heart 142

Spiritual Combat 148

Trust in God 155

Detachment from Praise and Blame 164

Divine Love 168

Mystical States and Spiritual Stations 175

Spiritual Practices, Contemplation, and Prayer 182

Music and Song 189

Gnostics and Gnosis 195

Heaven and Hell 206.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 214-222) and index.

ISBN:

1851682600

OCLC:

59483387