Sufism : the transformation of the heart

by Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee

Paperback, 2012

Publication

Imprint: Point Reyes, California : Golden Sufi Center, 2012. Responsibility: Llewellyn Vaughn-Lee. Physical: Text : 1 volume : xxviii, 181 pages ; 22 cm. Features: Includes appendix, bibliographic references, index.

Call number

GT-I-S / Vaugh

Barcode

BK-07444

ISBN

9780963457448

Collections

Your library, Adult Materials, The Great Traditions

CSS Library Notes

Description: Sufism, the Transformation of the Heart gives a clear and accessible outline of Sufism: its basic principles, historical background, and recent development in the West. While exploring the spiritual and psychological processes of transformation, this book offers practical guidelines to help the seeker. Sufism, the Transformation of the Heart is a valuable introduction to a dynamic spiritual path that is attracting growing interest in the West.

Table of Contents:
The Longing of the Heart --
Sufi Practices: The Dhikr and Meditation --
Polishing the Mirror of the Heart --
Dreamwork --
The Relationship with the Teacher --
Uniting the Two Worlds --
Abiding in God.

FY2017

Physical description

xxviii, 181 p.; 22 cm

Description

Sufism, the Transformation of the Heart gives a clear and accessible outline of Sufism: its basic principles, historical background, and recent development in the West. While exploring the spiritual and psychological processes of transformation, this book offers practical guidelines to help the seeker. Sufism, the Transformation of the Heart is a valuable introduction to a dynamic spiritual path that is attracting growing interest in the West.

Language

English

Original language

English

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User reviews

LibraryThing member Iantotobali

Llewellyn does a sweet job explaining his Sufi tradition, but I found the work to be a little repetitive, and portions of his other work were used in it. Still, for a new reader in Sufism, this would be one to add to your list.

Subjects

Sufism Psychology

Rating

½ (4 ratings; 4.5)

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