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Focusing on the mystical aspect of Islam, the book delves into Sufism, a movement that emphasizes love for God over fear or reward. Originating in the ninth century, Sufism has profoundly influenced Islamic civilization through music, philosophy, dance, and literature, with Rumi being a notable figure. However, it has faced challenges from extremist movements and modernist perspectives in recent times. The work explores the beliefs, history, and contributions of Sufi saints and schools, offering a deeper understanding of this spiritual dimension of Islam.
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The Garden of Truth, Seyyed Hossein Nasr
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- 2008
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- Title
- The Garden of Truth
- Subtitle
- The Vision and Promise of Sufism, Islam's Mystical Tradition
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Seyyed Hossein Nasr
- Publisher
- HarperOne
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 272
- ISBN13
- 9780061625992
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- Focusing on the mystical aspect of Islam, the book delves into Sufism, a movement that emphasizes love for God over fear or reward. Originating in the ninth century, Sufism has profoundly influenced Islamic civilization through music, philosophy, dance, and literature, with Rumi being a notable figure. However, it has faced challenges from extremist movements and modernist perspectives in recent times. The work explores the beliefs, history, and contributions of Sufi saints and schools, offering a deeper understanding of this spiritual dimension of Islam.