
Women of Sufism
A Hidden Treasure
Paperback | 25 January 2003 | Edition Number 1
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This collection of Sufi poetry and songs is "an inspiring source to deepen our knowledge of Sufism by the examples and teachings of . . . beautiful and wise Sufi women" (Sufism)
The luminous presence of women who follow the Sufi Way-the mystical path of Islam-is brought to life here through their sacred songs and poetry, their dreams and visions, and stories of their efforts as they witness the Truth in many realms. These writings reflect the honor and respect for the feminine in the Sufi worldview, and they are shared in the spirit of inspiration and hope for the flourishing contributions of women to the spiritual development of humanity.
Spanning the centuries, from the time of the Prophet Muhammad to the present day, the selections are by or about an array of Sufi traditions in different parts of the world, from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East to Europe and America-from beloved members of the Prophet's family to the mystic Rabi'a al-Adawiyya to the modern scholar Annemarie Schimmel. Biographical anecdotes and personal memoirs provide a glimpse into the experience of great saints and contemporary practitioners alike, while providing an introduction to the principles and practices of Sufism.
Industry Reviews
"The intensity and the eclectic range of the material is impressive. . . . Women of Sufism: A Hidden Treasure reveals the depth and breadth of spiritual riches within this mystical tradition."--Spirituality & Health
"An admirable job of bringing history to life . . . a book that can be read with rapture, browsed, used for scholarly reference, or as an inspiring source to deepen our knowledge of Sufism by the examples and teachings of these beautiful and wise Sufi women."--Sufism
"A great resource for understanding women's ongoing search for the Divine."--Ascent
"Women of Sufism is a valuable addition to Sufi literature and women's spiritual studies. Camille Helminski awakens us to the important contribution of women to this mystical tradition."--Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee, Ph.D., author of Sufism: The Transformation of the Heart
ISBN: 9781570629679
ISBN-10: 1570629676
Published: 25th January 2003
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number of Pages: 336
Audience: General Adult
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Country of Publication: GB
Edition Number: 1
Dimensions (cm): 2 x 15.2 x 22.9
Weight (kg): 0.47
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- Non-FictionSociety & CultureSocial GroupsGender StudiesGender Studies: Women and Girls
- Non-FictionReligion & BeliefsIslamSufism & Islamic Mysticism
- Non-FictionMind, Body, Spirit
- Non-FictionReligion & BeliefsAspects of Religion for Non-ChristiansSpirituality & Religious ExperienceSpiritual & Religious Mysticism
- Non-FictionBiographies & True Stories BiographiesReligious & Spiritual Biographies
- Non-FictionReligion & BeliefsIslamIslam Worship
- Non-FictionLiterature, Poetry & PlaysPoetry