This vast poetic collection delves into the depths of Islamic mysticism and philosophy. Through hundreds of stories and anecdotes, it explores the nature of God, the human soul, and the relationship between the Creator and creation. The work is a celebration of love, unity, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment that resonates across centuries and cultures.
Rumi's 'Masnavi' is widely recognised as the greatest Sufi poem ever written, and has often been called the 'Koran in Persian'. This updated translation of the classic work remains faithful to the original text, and also includes notes for readers who are new to Rumi.
Book Two of Rumi's Masnavi is concerned with the challenges facing the follower of Sufi enlightenment. It interweaves stories and homilies in order to instruct followers of Rumi, the great thirteenth-century Muslim mystic. Jawid Mojaddedi's sparkling new verse translation follows his prize-winning edition of Book One.
Rumi is the greatest mystic poet to have written in Persian, and the Masnavi, written in six books, is his masterpiece. It conveys a message of divine love in entertaining stories and homilies. The focus of Book Three is on epistemology; this is the first ever verse translation, and the first translation of any kind for over 80 years.
Rumi is the greatest mystic poet to have written in Persian, and the Masnavi, written in six books, is his masterpiece. It conveys a message of divine love in entertaining stories and homilies. The focus of Book Four is with the mystical knowledge of the spiritual guide.
Exploring the depths of Muslim mysticism, this critical edition of Rumi's Mathnawi is rooted in the oldest manuscripts, including one from 1278. Nicholson's meticulous work serves as a standard text, featuring diacritical marks for student support. The prose translation aims for fidelity to the original Persian, making it accessible to readers. Available as a complete set or individually, the volumes collectively offer a comprehensive translation, with Volume 4 specifically focusing on Books III and IV.
The first ever translation of the entirety of Book Five of Rumi's magnum opus, The Masnavi, into English. The Masnavi is well-known to contain much sexually explicit content within teaching stories about the path of annihilation of the self in a total and uncompromising way.
The Festival of Spring from The Díván of Jeláleddín
Exploring the spiritual depth of Sufi mysticism, the works of Jeláleddín Rumi resonate with profound insights that transcend cultural and religious boundaries. His poetry captivates readers with its diversity and emotional richness, offering a gateway to the philosophy of Sufism. As one of the most significant figures in world literature, Rumi's teachings inspire a universal sense of wonder and seek to connect individuals across different backgrounds, making his timeless messages accessible to modern audiences.