In "Mystics and Saints of Islam," Claud Field offers a profound exploration of the spiritual landscape of Islamic mysticism, or Sufism, through the lives of its most revered practitioners. Field's literary style transcends mere biography; he intricately weaves historical narratives with rich theological insights, illustrating how these figures embody the pursuit of divine love and inner enlightenment. The book contextualizes its subjects within the broader arc of Islamic tradition, reflect...

"He is not a prophet, but he has a book"First published in 1910, Mystics and Saints of Islam is an evocative introduction to the spiritual lives of major Sufi figures, such as Al Ghazalli, Rumi or Avicenna. Featuring historical narrative, anecdotes, aphorisms and mystical poetry, this work is suitable for general readers.Claud Field (1863-1941) was a British clergyman, author, translator, and scholar with a particular interest in religious studies, especially Islamic mystic...

Mystics and Saints of Islam by Claud Field.This book is a beautiful description of the lives of Islam's most outstanding people throughout history.The story was about mysticism as merely a late importation into Islam.

It is a custom in some quarters to represent Mohammadan mysticism as merely a late importation into Islam, and an altogether alien element in it. But however much later Islamic mysticism may have derived from Christian, Neo-platonic, and Buddhist sources, there is little doubt that the roots of mysticism are to be found in the Koran itself. The following verse is an instance: "God is the Light of the heavens and the earth. His light is like a niche in which is a lamp, the lamp encased in g...

In "Mystics and Saints of Islam," Claud Field offers a profound exploration of the spiritual landscape of Islamic mysticism, focusing on often overlooked figures who have shaped its rich traditions. With a scholarly approach, Field delves into the lives and teachings of various mystics and saints, employing a narrative style that is both accessible and deeply engaging. The book is framed within a historical context that highlights the interplay between Islamic mysticism and the broader rel...

The Alchemy of Happinessby Al-Ghazzali, tr. by Claud FieldAlthough he is not from everlasting, yet he lives for ever; and though his body is mean and earthly, yet his spirit is lofty and divine. When in the crucible of abstinence he is purged from carnal passions he attains to the highest, and in place of being a slave to lust and anger becomes endued with angelic qualities. Attaining that state, he finds his heaven in the contemplation of Eternal Beauty, and no longer in fl...

Meister Eckhart was a 14th-century theologian who became an influential preacher, mystic, and philosopher, and one of the most profound thinkers of the Middle Ages. Everywhere his teaching and preaching left a deep mark and the importance of Eckhart in the history of scholastic philosophy is considerable. The fundamental idea of Eckharts philosophy is that of the Absolute or Abstract Unity conceived as the sole real existence. His God is the [Theo Agnosto (Unknown God)] of the neoplatonist...

Embark on a journey into the mysterious and thrilling world of Wilkie Collins with "After Dark." Immerse yourself in a collection of stories that unfold under the cover of darkness, where the line between the ordinary and the extraordinary blurs.As Collins crafts his narratives, witness the convergence of the mundane and the supernatural, creating a tapestry of tales that linger in the shadows. The pages come alive with the suspense, intrigue, and unexpected twist...

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Abu Hamid Muhammad al-Ghazzali (1058-1111) is one of the most important religious figures in Islamic history. He is particularly noted for his brilliant synthesis of mysticism and traditional Sunni Islam. Ghazzali's "The Alchemy of Happiness", written toward the end of his life, provides a succinct introduction to both the theory and practice of Sufism (Islamic mysticism). It thus offers many insights into traditional Muslim society. This translation is fully annotated for readers unfamili...

The Nose" is a satirical short story by Nikolai Gogol. Written between 1835-1836, it tells of a St. Petersburg official whose nose leaves his face and develops a life of its own.Dmitri Shostakovich's opera The Nose, first performed in 1930, is based on this story. A short film based on the story was made by Alexandre Alexeieff and Claire Parker in 1963 and used pinscreen animation. A play based on the short story was written by Tom Swift and produced by The Performance Corporation in 2008....

Meister Eckhart's best-remembered works are his highly unusual sermons in the vernacular. Eckhart as a preaching friar attempted to guide his flock, as well as monks and nuns under his jurisdiction, with practical sermons on spiritual/psychological transformation and New Testament metaphorical content related to the creative power inherent in disinterest. This book brings the best of Eckhart's preaching. The central theme of Eckhart's sermons is the presence of God in the individual soul, ...