Sacred Laughter of the Sufis: Awakening the Soul with the Mulla's Comic Teaching Stories and Other Islamic Wisdom

by Jamal Rahman

Combines the legendary stories of Islam’s great comic foil, Mulla Nasruddin, with sayings from the Qur’an, the Prophet Muhammad, Rumi, Hafiz and other Islamic sages. Shows how spiritual seekers of all traditions—as individuals or as part of a group—can apply the Mulla’s wisdom teachings to their spiritual lives with easy-to-follow spiritual practices.

Genres: Islam, Religion, Spirituality

180 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 1, 2014

Reviews

[Sarah Lameche · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. There is so much more to Islam than rituals and rules which sadly many people seem to have forgotten. The heart of Islam is exactly that. The heart. Feelings, appreciation, gratefulness and love. People need to get back to the root of this beautiful religion. Stop judging others, open your heart and let's be who we are really meant to be.

[Naomi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A splendid collection of stories and meditations on spiritual practice to cultivate our souls, Jamal Rahman delivers another beautiful and life-loving volume. Recommended for individuals and small spiritual groups.

[Manuela Modos · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you feel your belief systems are letting you down in life and contributing to a sense of unfulfilment or unhappiness then learning the ways of the sufis will Inspire you to laugh more, love more and let go of heaviness

[Ktbird · Rating 5 out of 5]

Insightful and calming in this time that is anything but.

[Willow · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a complete delight! So deep, profound, and light hearted! Thank you Jamal Rahman!

[Starsandtales · Rating 4 out of 5]

One word to define this book for me: 'Calm'.

[Iqra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Never lose hope, my heart. Miracles dwell in the Invisible. If the whole world turns against you Keep your eyes on the Friend.

[HeyItsKarima · Rating 4 out of 5]

[4.5]

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this. What a wonderful, enlightening, and delightful book.

[YouMo Mi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book for spiritual seekers. Eschews preachiness and apologetics for genuine reflection through humor (primarily Mullah Nasruddin insights). Particularly liked the critique of religious institutions in a funny, insightful, and spiritual way.

[Claire Binkley · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really like how this book was set up like The Artist's Way! It is dripping with Islamic jibes, though. The title warned me, but it really is just a religious book not unlike the myriads of Catholic books my parents love.

It's not at all hateful! So for that reason I can't dislike it.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

An inspiring read!