Spiritual Gems of Islam

Author: Jamal Rahman
Publisher: SkyLight Paths Publishing
ISBN: 1594734305
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
Refine your heart and mind with the wisdom of Islamic spirituality "To live a meaningful life--one that brings us joy, contentment and fulfillment--we have to do the inner spiritual work of becoming a more complete human being." --from the Introduction Over the centuries, Islamic sages have gleaned timeless spiritual insights and practices from sacred texts, meditation and knowledge of the heart--gems that have been passed down from generation to generation. This book invites you--no matter what your practice may be--to access the treasure chest of Islamic spirituality, particularly Sufism, and use its wealth to strengthen your own journey. The riches include guidance drawn from the Qur'an, sayings of the Prophet Muhammad and Sufi poets such as the thirteenth-century Rumi on cultivating awareness, intentionality and compassion for self and others. This book also features entertaining wisdom teaching stories, especially those of Mulla Nasruddin, Islam's great comic foil, to expand the mind and heart. It breaks down barriers to accessing this ancient tradition for modern seekers by dispelling myths about the Muslim faith concerning gender bias, inclusivity and appreciation for diversity. Regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey, you will find these gems worthy additions to your own treasure chest within.

Out of Darkness, Into Light

Author: Jamal Rahman
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 0819227064
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 271

Book Description
An introduction to the major themes and passages of the holy book of Islam, this book invites readers of any religion -- or none -- to meditate on verses of the Quran as support for spiritual practices and growth. It guides the reader through the rich tapestry of the Quran, weaving through a number of themes, including the mystery of God, surrender to the divine will, and provisions for the spiritual journey. Quranic verses are supplemented by sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, the words of Rumi and other Sufi poets, and relevant quotations and insights from Jewish and Christian sources. The book also offers practical suggestions for expanding and strengthening one's spiritual sinews.

Reformist Voices of Islam

Author: Shireen Hunter
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 131746124X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 345

Book Description
In recent years, Islamic fundamentalist, revolutionary, and jihadist movements have overshadowed more moderate and reformist voices and trends within Islam. This compelling volume introduces the current generation of reformist thinkers and activists, the intellectual traditions they carry on, and the reasons for the failure of reformist movements to sustain broad support in the Islamic world today. Richly detailed regionally focused chapters cover Iran, the Arab East, the Maghreb, South Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey, Europe, and North America. The editor's introductory chapter traces the roots of reformist thinking both in Islamic tradition and as a response to the challenge of modernity for Muslims struggling to reconcile the requirements of modernization with their cultural and religious values. The concluding chapter identifies commonalities, comparisons, and trends in the modernizing movements.

Constructing a Religiously Ideal ',Believer', and ',Woman', in Islam

Author: A. Duderija
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 0230337864
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 263

Book Description
In this comprehensive study, Adis Duderija examines how Neo Traditional Salafi thought (NTS) and progressive Muslims interpret the normative concepts of 'Believer' and 'Muslim Woman' in contemporary Islam

Rumi and Islam

Author: Jalāl al-Dīn Rūmī (Maulana)
Publisher: SkyLight Paths Publishing
ISBN: 1594730024
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 234

Book Description
Offers a new way of thinking about Rumi's poetry, focusing on Rumi's place within the Sufi tradition of Islam and providing readers with an image of the mystical side of the religion-one that has love of God at its core and sublime wisdom teachings as its pathways.

Jewels of Remembrance

Author: Jalāl al-Dīn Rūmī (Maulana)
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
ISBN: 9781570625244
Category : Sufi poetry, Persian
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Jewels of Rememberance presents 365 concise selections from Rumi's Mathnawi, one of the world's greatest spiritual masterpieces, in a translation that touches the heart and mind. In these passages Rumi explores and celebrates the qualities of truth, beauty, generosity, forgiveness, strength, compassion, purity, gratitude, and patience--always patience, for as Rumi says, "Patience is the key to joy."

Sacred Laughter of the Sufis

Author: Imam Jamal Rahman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780369372154
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 342

Book Description

تفسير جعفر الصادق

Author: Jaʻfar al-Ṣādiq
Publisher: Fons Vitae Qur'anic Commentary
ISBN: 9781891785306
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The mystical Qur'an commentary attributed by the Sufis to Imam Ja Spiritual Gems is the first ever full translation of this important corpus from al-Iadiq. Complete with analytical introduction and scholarly notes, the book contains detailed exposition of the methods and levels of scriptural interpretation used in this commentary and of the cognate ontological continuity between the levels of the human microcosm. The in-depth analysis of the exegetical comments reveals a process of subtle alchemy in keeping with Ja The spirituality of this text is a truly mystical encounter with the truths enunciated by philosophy and religion. In addition to surmounting temporal differences, the inner landscape of the commentary rises above formal differences; by virtue of consisting purely of qualities, it is as relevant today as it was in earlier times.

Spiritual Gems

Author: Sawan Singh (Satguru)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Sant Mat
Languages : en
Pages : 426

Book Description

The Fragrance of Faith

Author: Jamal Rahman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781904510086
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The essence of Islam is conveyed to spiritual students in this practical and heartwarming introduction to the religion and its practices. Each chapter features a series of thought-provoking questions and suggestions concerning Islamic spirituality along with a list of actions that will guide new believers in the simple spirituality of the faith while spreading compassion worldwide. (World Religions)