Contemplation of the Holy Mysteries
Mashahid al-asrar
$43.25
- Paperback
128 pages
- Release Date
16 April 2009
Summary
A major work of mystical literature, this account focuses on 14 visions in the form of dramatic conversations with the divine, interspersed with dazzling visionary episodes regarding the nature of existence, humans’ relationship with reality, and the way to achieve true happiness. The introduction presents a resume of Ibn ‘Arabi’s life and examines in detail the style and symbolism of the contemplations. Presented for the first time in English, this work is a superb example of Ibn ‘Arabi’s in…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781905937028 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1905937024 |
| Author: | Ibn 'Arabi |
| Publisher: | Anqa Publishing |
| Imprint: | Anqa Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 128 |
| Release Date: | 16 April 2009 |
| Weight: | 228g |
| Dimensions: | 21mm x 391mm x 205mm |
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Critics Review
“A scholarly and lucid translation of a fairly difficult mystical text.”
“An excellent book for anyone with a contemplative bent. It shows the possibilities that may arise when one engages in serious meditation.” –Sufi Magazine
“A scholarly and lucid translation of a fairly difficult mystical text.” –MESA BulletinAbout The Author
Ibn 'Arabi
Ibn ‘Arabi was an eminent scholar and teacher of Islam in the Moorish culture of Andalusian Spain during the 12th century. Cecilia Twinch is an experienced translator who has published various articles and presented papers on Ibn ‘Arabi in Europe, the United States, North Africa, and the Middle East. Pablo Beneito is a professor at the department of Arabic and Islamic Studies – University of Seville.
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