Islamic Mysticism and Abu Talib Al-Makki by Saeko Yazaki - 9781138118706

Taylor & Francis

Islamic Mysticism and Abu Talib Al-MakkiThe Role of the Heart\nAuthor(s): Saeko Yazaki\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138118706, 978-1138118706\nSynopsis\nBoth in everyday language and religious metaphor, the heart often embodies the true self and is considered to be the seat of emotion in many cultures. Many Muslim thinkers have attempted to clarify the nature of Sufism using its metaphorical image, particularly in the tenth and eleventh centuries.\n\nThis book examines the work of Ab? T?lib al-Makk? and his wider significance within the Sufi tradition, with a focus on the role of the heart. Analysing his most significant work, Q?t al-qul?b (The Nourishment of Hearts), the author goes beyond an examination of the themes of the book to explore its influence not only in the writing of Sufis, but also of Hanbal? and Jewish scholars.\n\nProviding a comprehensive overview of the world of al-Makk? and presenting ex.