Search
Log in
  • Home

  • Categories

  • Audiobooks

  • E-books

  • Magazines

  • For kids

  • Top lists

  • Help

  • Download app

  • Use campaign code

  • Redeem gift card

  • Try free now
  • Log in
  • Language

    🇸🇪 Sverige

    • SE
    • EN

    🇧🇪 Belgique

    • FR
    • EN

    🇩🇰 Danmark

    • DK
    • EN

    🇩🇪 Deutschland

    • DE
    • EN

    🇪🇸 España

    • ES
    • EN

    🇫🇷 France

    • FR
    • EN

    🇳🇱 Nederland

    • NL
    • EN

    🇳🇴 Norge

    • NO
    • EN

    🇦🇹 Österreich

    • AT
    • EN

    🇨🇭 Schweiz

    • DE
    • EN

    🇫🇮 Suomi

    • FI
    • EN
  1. Books
  2. Religion and faith
  3. Islam

Read and listen for free for 42 days!

Cancel anytime

Try free now
0.0(0)

The Mystics of Islam : Journey into Islamic Mysticism: Exploring Sufism, Rumi, and Spiritual Enlightenment

In "The Mystics of Islam," Reynold A. Nicholson explores the profound spiritual dimensions of Islamic mysticism, or Sufism, presenting a thorough examination of its historical development, essential figures, and philosophical underpinnings. Nicholson's scholarly work is characterized by a poetic yet precise literary style, interweaving rich historical context with textual analysis of the key works and doctrines of prominent Sufi thinkers. Through a systematic dissection of the mystical practices and doctrines, the book elucidates the quest for divine truth that transcends mere ritualistic practice, encouraging readers to grasp the deeper, often ineffable experience of the divine in everyday life. Nicholson, a renowned Orientalist and scholar of Persian and Arabic literature, was significantly influenced by his academic pursuits as well as his engagement with mysticism. His extensive travels in the Middle East and his deep scholarly training provided the framework for his understanding of Islamic spirituality, allowing him to engage intimately with the texts and traditions that shaped the Sufi path. This firsthand experience with diverse Islamic cultures enhances the authenticity and depth of his exploration. For readers intrigued by spirituality, philosophy, or world religions, "The Mystics of Islam" serves as an essential guide to understanding the rich tapestry of Sufi thought and practice. Nicholson's insightful analysis not only unveils the beauty and complexity of Islamic mysticism but also invites reflection on the universal search for meaning that transcends cultural boundaries.


Author:

  • Reynold A. Nicholson

Format:

  • E-book

Duration:

  • 86 pages

Language:

English

Categories:

  • Religion and faith
  • Islam

More by Reynold A. Nicholson

Skip the list
  1. The Mystics of Islam

    Reynold A. Nicholson

    book
  2. The Mystics of Islam

    Reynold A. Nicholson

    book

Others have also read

Skip the list
  1. The Essence of Rumi

    John Baldock

    book
  2. A Year with Rumi : Daily Readings

    Coleman Barks

    audiobook
  3. Buying Buddha, Selling Rumi : Orientalism and the Mystical Marketplace

    Sophia Rose Arjana

    audiobook
  4. Lost Islamic History

    Firas Alkhateeb

    audiobook
  5. Just kids

    Patti Smith

    audiobook
  6. The Complete Infidel's Guide to the Koran

    Robert Spencer

    audiobook
  7. The Holy Qur-an: Text, Translation and Commentary

    Abdullah Yusuf Ali

    book
  8. Rumi's Little Book of Life : The Garden of the Soul, the Heart, and the Spirit

    Rumi Rumi

    audiobook
  9. The Holy Quran English Translation of The Meanings

    Abdullah Yusuf Ali

    book
  10. Normal People by Sally Rooney (Book Analysis) : Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

    Bright Summaries

    book
  11. Koranen

    book
  12. Bibeln som ljudbok (Bibel 2000)

    Bibelkommissionen

    audiobookbook

Help and contact


About us

  • Our story
  • Career
  • Press
  • Accessibility
  • Partner with us
  • Investor relations
  • Instagram
  • Facebook

Explore

  • Categories
  • Audiobooks
  • E-books
  • Magazines
  • For kids
  • Top lists

Popular categories

  • Crime
  • Biographies and reportage
  • Fiction
  • Feel-good and romance
  • Personal development
  • Children's books
  • True stories
  • Sleep and relaxation

Nextory

Copyright © 2025 Nextory AB

Privacy Policy · Terms ·
Excellent4.3 out of 5