Translated by renowned Rumi expert Nader Khalili, over 120 poems on spirituality from the Persian mystic poet and Sufi master have been carefully collected and curated in this beautifully illustrated edition. For more than eight centuries, Jalaluddin Muhammad Balkhi Rumi—commonly referred to simply as Rumi—has enchanted and enthralled readers from every faith and background with his universal themes of love, friendship, and spirituality, which he seamlessly wove into resplendent poetry. The verses herein perfectly express the spiritual quest and desire for a deeper understanding of not only ourselves, but also of our collective oneness as humankind.You Are you are a sudden resurrection an endless bliss you set a fire in the meadow of our dreams laughing today you are happy crashing the prisons blessing the poor With intricately designed and richly colored covers that mirror the beauty of the words within, the Timeless Rumi series presents themed collections of poems from the great Sufi mystic Jalaluddin Muhammad Balkhi Rumi that serve as cherished tools for self-reflection.   Read more

'The pen would smoothly write the things it knewBut when it came to love it split in two,A donkey stuck in mud is logic's fate -Love's nature only love can demonstrate.'Rumi's Masnavi is widely recognized as the greatest Sufi poem ever written, and has been called 'the Koran in Persian'. The thirteenth-century Muslim mystic Rumi composed his work for the benefit of his disciples in the Sufi order named after him, better known as the whirling dervishes. In order to convey his message of divine love and unity he threaded together entertaining stories and penetrating homilies. Drawing from folk tales as well as sacred history, Rumi's poem is often funny as well as spiritually profound.Jawid Mojaddedi's sparkling new verse translation of Book One is consistent with the aims of the original work in presenting Rumi's most mature mystical teachings in simple and attractive rhyming couplets. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Read more

90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin BooksRumi’s verses have been a balm for readers’ souls for over eight centuries. This exquisite selection brings together some of the Persian mystic’s most profound, evocative and transcendent works. Exploring passion, heartbreak, friendship, faith and the myriad ways in which we move through the world, these strikingly modern poems are perfect for those looking for inspiration, guidance, or endless delight. Read more

A New Collection of the Best Poems from RumiA rich collection of the best poems of Rumi has been translated to bring the essence of Rumi’s poetry to illuminate the human heart in the modern age. The selected poems have been carefully translated to transfer the message of Rumi as pure as possible with minimum modification.This unique translation is almost a word-for-word translation of the best of Rumi’s poetry.This book expresses another dimension of Rumi's world: a world like an eternal candle, illuminating people for centuries to remind humans of what matters most in life.The message of Rumi is peace, love, happiness, and acceptance.Rumi is one of the stars of Persian poetry and world literature.So let's listen to Rumi through this new translation, as Rumi said at the beginning of his poetic collection, Masnavi Manavi:"Listen to the reeds when they tell a tale."The poems of Rumi are a treasure for the heart and soul.S. Morteza Lajevardi is the Peace and Love Institute founder and a native Persian speaker. He has excerpted The Garden of Rumi's Poetry from Rumi's works using his intuition to select the best poems of Rumi. Read more

In this book readers are led on a powerful and inspiring journey through the inner dimensions of a range of Islamic acts, including prayer, almsgiving, fasting, and pilgrimage.Consisting of a selection of writings by a great figure in Islamic history, Imam al-Ghazali, this book helps readers realize the benefits of the upliftment of their spiritual, social, and moral qualities.Al-Ghazali (1058–1111), a towering figure in Islam, was born at Tus, near Mashhad in Iran, in the early Seljuq era. He wrote a large number of works, of which his magnum opus was the Ihya' Ulum al-Din compiled during his period of retirement and contemplation. Read more

Discover the infinite nature of Allah with 101 inspirational cards in The 99 Beautiful Names of Allah: Physicians of the Heart Wazifa Card Deck.This Wazifa card deck explores the meanings of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah, also known as the Sifat, or attributes of Allah. The words “Allah” and “God” refer to the ineffable Reality, the Essence of all things. The Sifat is differentiated aspects of Allah. The 99 Names have historically been invoked to awaken the consciousness of the Divine. Exploring the Sifat through the beautiful and sturdy card deck helps spiritual seekers learn and retain the meanings of the Names, supports the practice of Wazifa, or chanting their sounds, offer a fun and easy way to remember of God in daily life, andserve to form a relationship with the attributes of Allah. 101 CARDS: In addition to “God” and “Allah,” includes pronunciation, meaning and attributes of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah INCLUDES 20-PAGE BOOKLET: Deepen your understanding of the Names and expand your practices through the helpful informational booklet EXPERT GUIDANCE: Shabda Kahn, who serves as Pir (spiritual director) of the Sufi Ruhaniat International and is the spiritual lineage holder of the Sufi family, created these cards in response to numerous requests by students BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATIONS: Lovely illustrations and beautiful design offer a beautiful background to the inspirational text THOUGHTFUL GIFT: The cards and booklet are housed in a sturdy box perfect for gifting or display COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Enhance your study of the Names with the book Physicians of the Heart by Pir Shabda Kahn eminent Sufi teachers Faisal Muqaddam, Imam Bilal Hyde, and Murshid Wali Ali Meyer Read more

The essential poems of the inspirational thirteenth-century Persian philosopher, scholar and mysticThe founder of the order of the Whirling Dervishes, Rumi was also a poet of transcendental power. His verse speaks with the universal voice of the human soul and brims with exuberant energy and passion. Rich in natural imagery, from flowers to birds and rivers to stars, the poems have an elemental force that has remained undiminished through the centuries. Their themes - tolerance, goodness, the experience of God, charity and awareness through love - still resonate with millions of readers around the world. Translated by Coleman Barks with John Moyne Read more

Gold Winner of the 2012 Benjamin Franklin Award and the 2012 Independent Publisher Book Award! This is a definitive book on the Sufi “way of blame” that addresses the cultural life of Sufism in its entirety. Originating in ninth-century Persia, the “way of blame” (Arab. malamatiyya) is a little-known tradition within larger Sufism that focused on the psychology of egoism and engaged in self-critique. Later, the term referred to those Sufis who shunned Islamic literalism and formalism, thus being worthy of “blame.” Yannis Toussulis may be the first to explore the relation between this controversial movement and the larger tradition of Sufism, as well as between Sufism and Islam generally, throughout history to the present. Both a Western professor of the psychology of religion and a Sufi practitioner, Toussulis has studied malamatiyya for over a decade. Explaining Sufism as a lifelong practice to become a “perfect mirror in which God contemplates Himself,” he draws on and critiques contemporary interpretations by G. I Gurdjieff, J. G. Bennett, and Idries Shah, as well as on Frithjof Schuon, Martin Lings, and Seyyed Hossein Nasr. He also contributes personal research conducted with one of the last living representatives of the way of blame in Turkey today, Mehmet Selim Ozic. Read more

The definitive compendium of Sufi wisdom, 'Essential Sufism' draws together more than three hundred fables, poems and prayers that reveal the luminous spirit of Islamic mysticism. Embracing all eras and highlighting the many faces of Sufism, this colle Read more

The headlines are filled with the politics of Islam, but there is another side to the world's fastest-growing religion. Sufism is the poetry and mysticism of Islam. This mystical movement from the early ninth century rejects worship motivated by the desire for heavenly reward or the fear of punishment, insisting rather on the love of God as the only valid form of adoration. Sufism has made significant contributions to Islamic civilization in music and philosophy, dance and literature. The Sufi poet Rumi is the bestselling poet in America. But in recent centuries Sufism has been a target for some extremist Islamic movements as well as many modernists. The Garden of Truth presents the beliefs and vision of the mystical heart of Islam, along with a history of Sufi saints and schools of thought. In a world threatened by religious wars, depleting natural resources, a crumbling ecosystem, and alienation and isolation, what has happened to our humanity? Who are we and what are we doing here? The Sufi path offers a journey toward truth, to a knowledge that transcends our mundane concerns, selfish desires, and fears. In Sufism we find a wisdom that brings peace and a relationship with God that nurtures the best in us and in others. Noted scholar Seyyed Hossein Nasr helps you learn the secret wisdom tradition of Islam and enter what the ancient mystics call the "garden of truth." Here, liberate your mind, experience peace, discover your purpose, fall in love with the Divine, and find your true, best self. Read more

Many Muslims and non-Muslims are unaware of the Qur'an's deeply spiritual verses-words that inspire inner transformation, love, and wisdom. Fragrance of the Qur'an explores these often-overlooked passages, offering reflections that transcend religious boundaries.Imam Jamal Rahman draws on sacred teachings, Sufi wisdom, and the poetry of Rumi to reveal the Qur'an's message of spiritual growth, surrender, and divine connection. Through personal insights and the practice of hal (spiritual awakening) and maqam (spiritual evolution), this book guides readers on a journey to discover the Qur'an's beauty, relevance, and transformative power.EndorsementsA. Helwa author of Secrets of Divine Love: A Spiritual Journey into the Heart of IslamImam Jamal Rahman weaves his words together beautifully, gently kindling the sacred light that lies within each of us. Through tenderness, kindness, and boundless hope, Jamal guides us on a voyage through the Qur'an, embedded in poetry, rich symbolism, and enchanting teaching stories. For those who have been waiting for a heart-opening and inspiringly beautiful collection of reminders from the Qur'an-this book is for you!"Mirabai Starr author of God of Love and Ordinary MysticismEvery wisdom tradition nurtures a practice of reading sacred scriptures with a curious mind, a hungry heart, and a sense of spiritual adventure, winnowing the ripened grain of our own understanding. In these luminous pages, Imam Jamal Rahman pours the light of insight, humor and hope that brims from the heart of Islam, rendering it not only accessible , but exquisitely relevant to seekers of any faith, as well as for those who consider ourselves to be "spiritual but not religious." A true treasure, highly recommended. Read more

Islam: Path of Infinite LoveGuide to Cultivating Inner Peace and Mindful LivingThis book intricately intertwines the diverse teachings of Sufism with the deep wisdom of the Quran to create a comprehensive roadmap for personal spiritual growth. The reader has a chance to experience firsthand the profound peace and boundless love Sufis have cherished for centuries. This book addresses the following critical questions:1. How can one unconditionally love God? It is the greatest of all kinds of love that ignites a profound and transformative spiritual journey.2. How to feel the love of God, which can bring immense peace and contentment.3. How to unconditionally love yourself, which nurtures personal growth and harmony.4. What is the most effective way to respond to life’s critical crises to reduce suffering and expedite recovery?This book also explores Islam’s overwhelming emphasis on avoiding Zulm (oppression and injustice) because the Quran mentions the word Zulm an astounding 288 times. Avoiding Zulm in all human interactions should be the top priority for every Muslim.Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) did not just preach peace and love. He also gave us a practical example when he took over as a ruler of the Medina without bloodshed. He did not inherit power through the dynasty, and Medina was multi-religious. Arguably, it was history’s first large-scale peaceful transfer of power.Similarly, he signed the Treaty of Hudaybia with the staunchest enemy, employing an unprecedented peaceful strategy to nonviolently end a bitter war that had claimed hundreds of lives.The highlight of this book is that it points to the methodology to acquire a fully satisfied and contented soul (Nafs-e-Mutma’inna) in practical steps, which is the goal of every Sufi wayfarer. Read more

'The Moving Finger writes; and, having writMoves on: nor all thy Piety nor WitShall lure it back to cancel half a lineNor all thy tears wash out a word of it.'In the 'rubáiyát' (short epigrammatic poems) of the medieval Persian poet, mathematician, and philosopher Omar Khayyám, Edward FitzGerald saw an unflinching challenge to the illusions and consolations of mankind in every age. His version of Omar is neither a translation nor an independent poem; sceptical of divine providence and insistent on the pleasure of the passing moment, its 'Orientalism' offers FitzGerald a powerful and distinctive voice, in whose accents a whole Victorian generation comes to life. Although the poem's vision is bleak, it is conveyed in some of the most beautiful and haunting images in English poetry - and some of the sharpest- edged. The poem sold no copies at all on its first appearance in 1859, yet when it was 'discovered' two years later its first admirers included Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Swinburne, and Ruskin. Daniel Karlin's richly annotated edition does justice to the scope and complexity of FitzGerald's lyrical meditation on 'human death and fate'. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Read more

The Bane of Tongue (Kitab afat al-lisan) is Book 24 of the Imam al-Ghazali’ s magnum opus, I?ya? ?ulum al-din, The Revival of the Religious Sciences. Within the architecture of this monumental work, Afat al-lisan is the fourth book of the third quarter, The Ways to Perdition (Rub? al-muhlikat), in which al-Ghazali sums up in ten books (or chapters) all the human shortcomings and vices traditionally believed to lead a person into a state of loss in this world and the Next, and which in certain respects overlap with the Judeo-Christian notion of the seven deadly sins. In Book 24, al-Ghazali divides the banes (afat) or defects of the tongue, from the least to the most offensive, into twenty short chapters, each of which comprises a psychological/spiritual analysis of how and why the particular defect might exist in a person’ s soul, examples of how it manifests itself in behavior, and practical suggestions for eliminating it from one’ s personality. The misuse of the gift of speech and language is certainly not something new, as this work, composed nearly 950 years ago, amply shows, but in this age of internet-based communication, it has taken on a new and more destructive dimension. Read more

A revised 25th anniversary edition of the classic work on Sufism that Jack Kornfield called, "A heartfelt modern illumination of the Sufi path, filled with the fragrance of the ancients." In Sufism, the mystical branch of Islam, presence is the quality that describes a heart-filled state of mindfulness, an experience of being conscious in the present moment. It is only in this present moment, Sufi teachings reveal, that we can connect with the Divine, and the Divine can live through us. Kabir Helminski is one of the world's most recognized teachers of Sufism. Named one of the "500 Most Influential Muslims" in the world by Georgetown University and the Royal Strategic Studies Center, Helminski and his teachings are touchstones for the growth in interest in Sufism, and his books have been translated around the world. In Living Presence, Helminski lays out the basic principles of Sufism, and how these ideas can lead to the experience of presence. In this inspiring work, readers will learn how to cultivate presence in their lives through: * Finding a balance between the outer stimuli of the world and our inner reactions to them* Harnessing faithfulness and gracefulness* Learning about the parallels between ancient spiritual wisdom and modern psychological knowledge* Meditation and contemplation to discover more meaning in daily life With unique clarity, this book describes how presence can be developed to vastly improve our lives. Drawing on the work of the beloved Sufi poet, Rumi, as well as traditional material and personal experience, this book integrates the ancient wisdom of Sufism with the needs of contemporary life. Completely revised and updated for its 25th anniversary, this edition of Living Presence offers a wisdom that is both universal and practical. Read more

Being the twenty-sixth book of The Revival of the Religious Sciences (Ihya' 'ulum al-din), The Book of the Censure of This World (Kitab Dhamm al-dunya) seeks to persuade its reader of the folly of worldly pleasures and possessions. To do so, al-Ghazali begins with a collection of Islamic primary-source texts that speak to the dangers of this world from a variety of angles. He then adds to this collection fourteen metaphors for this world that illustrate its perfidious nature. In a third subsection, al-Ghazali provides an original rationale for renouncing worldly enjoyments, and he furnishes his reader with a blueprint for determining what constitutes “this world” in its most dangerous sense. In a fourth and final subsection, al-Ghazali applies a sociological theory to enumerate the essential human vocations and identify the mechanisms through which these lead people away from God. Read more

From Darkness into Light is an empowering collection of spiritual poetry inspired by the love of Allah, the spiritual secrets of the Qur'an, and the illuminating insights of the prophets.In her debut poetry book, the #1 international bestselling author of Secrets of Divine Love, invites you to step into her beautifully composed world of devotional poetry. From Darkness into Light is a profoundly passionate book of poetry about mercy, guidance, timeless wisdom, prayer, self-love, faith, and the soul’s ultimate journey of healing, connection, and unity with the One.From Darkness into Light was written for those who are longing to experience a journey of spiritual deepening. For those who are looking for hope, for connection, and for a deep relationship with Allah. From Darkness into Light will inspire you to approach the Divine from love. It will show you how to turn your worries into worship and how to walk the path to God with all of your insecurities and doubts. This book is not for the person who is perfect in their relationship with God, but those who are looking to approach God with sincerity and honesty.From Darkness into Light lovingly reminds you:God’s plan for you is more glorious than you can ever imagineYou are loved exactly for who you areGod’s mercy encompasses everything including youThe light you seek is already inside of youFrom Darkness into Light is perfect for:Muslim men and women of all agesTeachers to share with classrooms during poetry focused lessonsReaders inspired by the works of Persian or Islamic poetry from writers such as Rumi, Hafiz, Saadi, Attar, Imam Al-Ghazali, Ibn Arabi, Khalil Gibran, ibn Qayyum, and others.Ramadan, Eid Celebration, New Years, Hajj, and holiday giftingFans of the internationally bestselling From Darkness into Light are saying "masterfully written", "filled with such gems of wisdom", "Very uplifting", and "The words bring comfort to my heart.”Get a copy of Helwa’s debut poetry book From Darkness into Light and learn how to live a life illuminated with the light of faith today! Read more

Written from the ninth to the twentieth century, these poems represent the peak of Islamic Mystical writing, from Rabia Basri to Mian Mohammad Baksh. Reflecting both private devotional love and the attempt to attain union with God and become absorbed into the Divine, many poems in this edition are imbued with the symbols and metaphors that develop many of the central ideas of Sufism: the Lover, the Beloved, the Wine, and the Tavern; while others are more personal and echo the poet's battle to leave earthly love behind. These translations capture the passion of the original poetry and are accompanied by an introduction on Sufism and the common themes apparent in the works. This edition also includes suggested further reading. Read more

Jonathan Star has assembled selections of Rumi's verse in a treasury that spans the poet's life and includes his most celebrated and poignant work. It is an enchanting volume of classic Eastern thought that creates an exhilarating experience for allreaders. Read more

In this contemporary murder mystery, an estranged mother and daughter urgently need to reconnect and navigate a world of Sufi story traditions to catch a killer, and to save each other. There is a dead woman in the library. Layla is a scholar of women’s histories and stories. Her life is a carefully constructed set of routines in her small American liberal arts college, but all of that is about to change... Mira is a renowned Sufi storyteller who is running from a terrible past. When she learns that the murdered woman in the library was carrying a note from the killer addressed to her, she is presented with an opportunity to break a cycle of trauma and hurt. To confront her past, she must disclose the truth to Layla. Together they enter the realm of Story, but can Layla find the forgiveness in her heart necessary to lead them to the answers they are looking for? Read more