The Persian Mystics: Jámí by Jami
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"The Persian Mystics: Jámí" by F. Hadland Davis is a collection of poetic works and teachings from the renowned Persian mystic poet Jámí, written in the early 20th century. This book provides insight into the mystical philosophy, love themes, and Sufi teachings that permeate Jámí's poetry, illustrating his quest for understanding the divine and the nature of love. It's a reflective exploration of the soul's journey and connection to the transcendent. In
this volume, the author delves into the life of Jámí alongside translations of his significant works, including the allegorical tales "Salámán and Absál," and "Yúsuf and Zulaikha," as well as the philosophical treatise "Lawá'ih." The narratives often explore the tension between earthly love and divine love, presenting the characters’ struggles to attain spiritual enlightenment amid worldly distractions. Jámí’s poetry extends an invitation to the reader to ponder profound existential themes, such as the ephemeral nature of life, the interplay of reflection and truth, and the ultimate pursuit of a lover's union with the Divine. The selections reflect his belief that true knowledge and beauty can only be found through the soul's devotion to God, making this work a significant contribution to the understanding of Persian mysticism and literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Jami, 1414-1492 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Davis, F. Hadland (Frederick Hadland), 1882-1956 |
| Title | The Persian Mystics: Jámí |
| Contents | Introduction -- The life of Jámí -- The story of "Salámán and Absál" -- The teaching of the "Lawá'ih" -- The story of "Yúsuf and Zulaikha" -- The "Baháristán," or "Abode of Spring." |
| Credits | Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures |
| Subject | Persian literature -- Translations into English |
| Subject | Jami, 1414-1492 |
| Subject | Persian literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45158 |
| Release Date | Mar 17, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 418 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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