The Knowing Heart: A Sufi Path of Transformation
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Knowing Heart: A Sufi Path of Transformation
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Kabir Helminski
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:304 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152 |
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| Category/Genre | Islam
Mysticism |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781570625664
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| Classifications | Dewey:297.4 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Shambhala Publications Inc
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| Imprint |
Shambhala Publications Inc
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| Publication Date |
24 October 2000 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
The Sufis, mystics of Islam, have been educators of the heart since before Christ. Their teachings and methods are designed to help us awaken and purify the heart, to learn to listen to our deepest knowing. This book, which draws on insights from the Koran and writings of Rumi, presents the Sufi way as a practical spirituality, suitable for all cultures and times.
Author Biography
Kabir Helminski holds doctorates from Turkey and Syria. He is the author of Living Presence and the transtator of four volumes of Rumi's poetry.
Reviews"Helminski offers a clear and well-grounded introduction to Suflsm, liberally seasoned with insights from the Koran and the writings of Rumi; his is perhaps the best beginner's guide now available" - Publishers Weekly A clear and well-grounded introduction to Sufism....Perhaps the best beginner's guide now available - Publisher's Weekly"
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