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Rūmī and the Sufi Tradition

By Seyyed Hossein Nasr

Like a majestic peak that dominates the countryside around it near and far, the figure of Mawlānā Jalāl al-Dīn Rūmī, that supreme Sufi poet of the Persian language, dominates the whole of the later Sufi tradition in the eastern lands of Islam.

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Sufi Essays

The author combines his research into Sufi doctrine and history with a rich account of the spiritual and metaphysical significance of Sufism as a living tradition.

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Seyyed Hossein Nasr
1999
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The Light of Dawn: Daily Readings from the Holy Qur'an

These selections from the Qur'an—featuring gender-inclusive language—will appeal to non-Muslims and students of comparative religion as well as practicing Muslims and Sufis.

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Camille Adams Helminski
2000
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Muhammad: Man of God

This short study of the life of the Blessed Prophet of Islam, for high school and above, is neither a new historical analysis nor yet another purely devotional sketch of the earthly career of God's last prophet.

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Seyyed Hossein Nasr
2007
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Emerald Hills of the Heart: Key Concepts in the Practice of Sufism (Vol.1)

This comprehensive study explores sufism as a form of self-purification, offering a deeper understanding of the sacred acts and a greater knowledge and love of the divine.

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Fethullah Gülen
2007
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Essentials of The Islamic Faith

Essentials of the Islamic Faith is a selection from some of the speeches M. Fethullah Gülen has given to large audiences over a life-time of dedicated service.

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Fethullah Gülen
2025
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An Advanced Psychology of the East Part 1 of 2

A lecture delivered by Idries Shah before a live audience in 1977 In this lecture Shah talks about the correct approach the student needs to take in order to learn, as well as the characteristics that aid the student in his study of Sufism and those which are detrimental to it.

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Idries Shah
2012
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