Publisher's Synopsis
Mystics and Saints of Islam is a book written by Claud Field that explores the lives and teachings of some of the most renowned mystics and saints in Islamic history. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the Sufi movement and its origins, while the second part delves into the lives of individual mystics and saints throughout history.In the first part of the book, Field provides an overview of the Sufi movement, including its history, beliefs, practices, and influence on Islamic culture. He also discusses the different schools of Sufism and their respective teachings.The second part of the book is dedicated to the lives of individual mystics and saints, including Rumi, Ibn Arabi, Al-Ghazali, and many others. Field provides biographical information on each of these figures, as well as an analysis of their teachings and their impact on Islamic thought and spirituality.Throughout the book, Field emphasizes the importance of mysticism and spirituality in Islam, and how these elements have shaped Islamic culture and society. He also highlights the commonalities between Islamic mysticism and other mystical traditions, such as Christianity and Hinduism.Overall, Mystics and Saints of Islam is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Islamic mysticism and the lives of some of its most influential figures. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in Islamic spirituality and the history of Islamic thought.1910. Contents: Patheistic Sufism; Hasan Basri; Rabia, the Woman Sufi; Ibrahim Ben Adham; Fudhayl Ben Ayaz; Bayazid Bastami; Zu'n Nun of Egypt; Mansur Hallaj; Habib Ajami; Avicenna (Ibn Sina); Al Ghazzali; Fariduddin Attar; Suhrawardy; Jalaluddin Rumi; Sharani, the Egyptian; and Mullah Shah.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
