The Knowing Heart: A Sufi Path of Transformation

(Paperback)

Publishing Details

Classifications

Physical Properties

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.

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"

Author Bio

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.