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Essential Sufism
Studio : HarperOne
by HarperOne
Release Date : 1999-11-17
Publisher : HarperOne
Released : 1999-11-17
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 1
EAN : 9780062514752
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 14 reviews)
List Price : $14.95
Our Price : $6.98
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The first accessible and broad-ranging sourcebook of key Sufi writings, Essential Sufism draws together more than 300 stories, fables, aphorisms, short writings, and poems that reveal the heart of Islamic mysticism. Each selection has been chosen for the beauty and emotional impact that have made the work of Sufi writers such as Rumi so popular. The poets and writers chosen here – including Ibn Arabi, Al-Ghazzali, Hafiz, Attar, Koranic writers, and, of course, Rumi – will fascinate newcomers to Sufism, delight old hands, and provide a matchless overview of a mystical tradition that has touched a dozen cultures and endured for more than 1,500 years. |
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Americancivilwar.com Review |
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Sufis are celebrated in the West for their joy, humor, and devoted worship. Two students of Sufism, James Fadiman and Robert Frager, have collected some of the jewels of Sufic literature, polished them up a bit, and organized them for ready contemplation. Rumi's poems, Attar's stories, Mohammed's terse sayings, and even some moving pieces from contemporary Western devotees make Essential Sufism a treasury of Sufic literature. The extensive introduction provides practical context, and preambles to each section set the tone for what's to come. If you haven't encountered the wisdom of Sufi mysticism, the material in this book is a good place to start; if you have, it's a comfortable place for return. |
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An Overview of Sufism |
I lot of great quotes but no personal reflection from the Author.
I am not convinced that the Publisher got the magnitude of what he was printing.
Good book but I got board. Maybe it was just me I may not be ready for a book that leaves the direction of the reader up to his understanding.
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Excellent introduction with lots of heart! |
This is an excellent and easily accessible introduction to Sufism. It covers the five basic pillars of Islam and also the essential underlying beliefs of Sufism. More importantly, it captures the heart of the tradition in words and is filled with pearls of wisdom, powerful quotes and wisdom stories from various Sufi saints, masters, etc.
This book also encourages an engaged reading stance where one meanders through the book and stays aware of poignant passages. It invites reflection and although there are a lot of stories, the underlying framework provides good structure and a sense of flow. In short, a very nice introduction to the mysticism of Islam. |
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Fantasic collection of Knowledge in Sufisim |
Essential is true to the point. It is a gathering of the works of the great, such as Attar, Dhu-l-Nun, Sheikh Badruddin, Bistami, and much much more.
A source that will allow you to familiarize yourself with not only great work, but also the levels of contemplation in which each statement falls in.
A quote from Bayazid Bistami,"If I only knew that I had taken one single step in sincerity I would find no value to anything else."
Sufi knowledge can be compared some what to Koan's, since they touch upon awakening the consciousness, or centering thought. Contextually the knowledge is full of meaning for all and all disciplines. Spiritually, the path of departing one from the self is revisited for guidance's.
The chapters offer a great set of guidance in explaining the self, then introducing Hadiths, experiences, actions, remembrances, and finally transformations. It's enormously helpful to fallow these sets of orders, all in all through the many voices of the eternal intellective Sufis.
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A WONDERFUL COLLECTION OF SUFI WISDOM NECESSARY FOR INNER AND FOR WORLD PEACE |
This book should be read by every American, not only for advancement on the spiritual path to peace, but to greater understanding of the true nature of Islam and thus to peace with our own brothers and sisters.
This book collects thanks to the careful editing of Fadiman and Frager jewels from the mystic wisdom of the Sufis organized by themes from Daily Life, Love, Virtues, to Death. really the list of chapters is too long to copy here, but each is very valuable for understanding our life and how to lead it in peace and joy, and how to face our inevitable leaving of it.
Please, for your own sake and peace and joy, read this book carefully. Its golden nuggest are so presented as to be avalable and fruitful whether read in a few stolen minutes while commuting or in meetings, or a weekend retreat of contemplation renewal and spiritual growth
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To Be a Lump of Sifted Earth |
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This is a solid introduction to the basic tenets of Sufism. Described as the impatient mystics of Islam, Sufis seek God all the time in all living things and actions, rather than just waiting for the hereafter. Interestingly, they also call themselves "lovers" because they have an active and continuous love for the Almighty. Sufism can be of interest to non-Muslims because it is made up of many tenets that are beyond particular belief systems, not unlike Buddhism or Confucianism, and can be applied while practicing other religions. (Though I am not claiming to be an expert on comparative religion here.) After some useful introductory descriptions, this book contains mostly parables and aphorisms, some from the Koran but mostly from later poets and mystics, that shed light on the Sufi belief system. Included are interesting takes on key concepts like charity, daily life, education, and one's place in the universal scheme of things; as well as refreshing stances on Satan and death that may seem alien to the Westerner but make a lot of sense. This compendium may not be intensive enough to make you a convert, but it certainly provides much enlightenment and spiritual food for thought. [~doomsdayer520~] |
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