Did you know that one of the best-selling poets in the U.S. today is a Persian mystic who lived in the thirteenth century? Mawlana Jalal-ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, known in the West simply as Rumi, was... This description may be from another edition of this product.
This book takes the reader on a spiritual journey that is squarely centered on love. For those unfamiliar with the more spiritual side of Islam and with the Sufi tradition within Islam, this is a wonderful starting point. Rumi's meditations and poetry represent the best in the Sufi tradition, and the author has managed to preserve Rumi's poetry through a fluid and easily understood translation into English. Further, the author's introductions to different sections provides a valuable context for appreciating Rumi's original work.
Definitely worth a look!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
What a pleasant read! I never knew Rumi was so deep and can apply so well to challenges we face today. The author covers how Rumi's works can help overcome stress, lonliness and a loss of focus in life. The book is also so well-written - a very good book for everyone.
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