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Sufism by Carl W. Ernst Ph.D.

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Sufism

An Introduction to the Mystical Tradition of Islam

Carl W. Ernst Ph.D., Carl W. Ernst

Shambhala · Print & ebook · May 10, 2011

Reading lane: Islamic Theology

The classic introduction to the philosophies, practices, and history of Sufism, the mystical tradition of Islam The Sufis are as diverse as the countries in which they've flourished—from Morocco to India to China—and as varied as their distinctive forms of art, music, poetry, and dance.

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Why This Clicks

Mystical Tradition

A compact guide to Sufism’s mystical tradition, with enough texture for curious rereads.

Come here for

  • Sufism as lived practice and idea
  • A clear way into a layered tradition

Expect

  • Context over jargon
  • History, ritual, and theology in one frame

Book Details

Authors
Carl W. Ernst Ph.D., Carl W. Ernst
Publisher
Shambhala
Published
May 10, 2011
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Islamic Theology · Islamic Rituals & Practice
Reading lane
Islamic Theology

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Publisher Categories

  • Islam - General

  • Islamic Rituals & Practice

  • Sufism

About This Book

The classic introduction to the philosophies, practices, and history of Sufism, the mystical tradition of Islam The Sufis are as diverse as the countries in which they've flourished—from Morocco to India to China—and as varied as their distinctive forms of art, music, poetry, and dance. They are said to represent the mystical heart of Islam, yet the term Sufism is notoriously difficult to define, as it means different things to different people both within and outside the tr...

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The classic introduction to the philosophies, practices, and history of Sufism, the mystical tradition of Islam The Sufis are as diverse as the countries in which they've flourished—from Morocco to India to China—and as varied as their distinctive forms of art, music, poetry, and dance. They are said to represent the mystical heart of Islam, yet the term Sufism is notoriously difficult to define, as it means different things to different people both within and outside the tradition. With that fact in mind, Carl Ernst explores the broadest range of Sufi philosophies and practices to provide one of the most complete and comprehensive introductions to Sufism available in English. He traces the history of the movement from the earliest days of Islam to the present day, along the way examining its relationship to the larger world of Islam and its encounters with both fundamentalism and secularism in the modern world.

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