Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Sufi Interpretations of the Quatrains of Omar Khayyam and Fitzgerald"" by C.H.A. Bjerregaard is a comprehensive study of the works of the famous Persian poet Omar Khayyam and the English poet Edward Fitzgerald. The book explores the various interpretations and translations of Khayyam's quatrains, with a particular focus on the Sufi perspective. The author delves into the mystical and spiritual meanings behind Khayyam's poetry, revealing the depth of his philosophical and religious beliefs. Bjerregaard also examines Fitzgerald's translations of Khayyam's quatrains, comparing them to other translations and analyzing their accuracy and fidelity to the original work. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Persian literature, Sufism, and comparative religion.1902. As an encouragement to study and a key to the riches of the Sufism there are in Omar, the following interpretation is offered. On opposite pages are given Fitzgerald's rendering and what Sufis recognize in it. The Sufi speaking is not always a contemporary with Omar, nor a Persian or Mohammedan. A Sufi is simply a mystic in Mohammedan garb. The Sufi speaking is now and then, though rarely, using phraseology which is Western.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.
