Wisdom of Sufism

by Leonard Lewisohn

Sufism, the mystical branch of Islam, possesses a rich artistic heritage, drawing on poetry, music, art and dance to reflect the ecstasy its followers derive from the presence of divine love.

Featuring extracts from a wide range of Sufi writers and poets, including the legendary Jalal al-Din Rumi, this delightful anthology distils the profound wisdom of Sufism into a single volume. Capturing the very essence of the mystical path, and conveying the intense intoxication found in nearness to God, these extracts also offer sage advice on the cultivation of such virtues as forbearance, humility, and good humour.

For those who seek enlightenment, a glimpse of divine truth, or simply refuge from the material chaos of modern life, this wealth of spiritual guidance will be treasured forever.

224 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Joseph · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful collection of excerpts from "approximately eighty classical Arabic and Persian Sufi sources" almost all translated by Lewisohn in clear contemporary language. The arrangement builds depth of meaning. Perhaps a third of the pages have "sticky" tabs now so that I can return to them but I'll probably just want to re-read the entire collection.

[Rehan Ali]

thanking you

[Bert Carson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've read the entire "Wisdom of..." series and found every book well written, well researched, and informative.