Sufism: A New History of Islamic Mysticism
Alexander Knysh • Princeton University Press • ISBN-13 978‑0691191621
Sufism: A New History of Islamic Mysticism
Alexander Knysh • Princeton University Press
ISBN-10: 069119162X · ISBN-13: 978‑0691191621 · 2019
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This comprehensive volume offers a definitive account of the development of Sufism, tracing its evolution from its formative roots in early Islamic tradition to its diverse contemporary expressions. Through meticulous scholarship, the text navigates the complex interplay between asceticism, philosophy, and institutional practice across the centuries.
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