Udavinys, Algis
Sufism and Ancient Wisdom
- ISBN 13:
- 9781901383379
- author:
- Udavinys, Algis
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Archetype
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 350
- Genre:
- Religion, Islam, Sufism,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Sufism and Ancient Wisdom explores the fascinating connections between ancient spiritual patterns and Islamic civilization. Drawing on a wide range of sources, this groundbreaking book reveals how Sufism preserves and reinterprets the metaphysical content of ancient wisdom in accordance with Quranic revelation.
Algis Uzdavinys examines recurring myths and rituals across different cultures, including cosmogony, eschatology, and ontological irradiation. He argues that these motifs are not only present in Sufism but also reflect a dialectical play between spiritual patterns from ancient civilizations.
This thought-provoking book offers a unique perspective on the historical transformation of spiritual ideas and their continued relevance in Islamic tradition. By exploring the connections between ancient wisdom and Sufism, Uzdavinys sheds new light on the enduring power of these timeless themes.
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