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Author Knysh, Alexander D.

Title Islamic mysticism : a short history / by Alexander Knysh.

Publication Info. Leiden : Brill, 2010.

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Description 1 online resource.
Physical Medium polychrome
Description text file
Series Themes in Islamic studies, 1389-823X ; v. 1
Themes in Islamic studies ; v. 1.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary This is a general survey of the rise and development of Islamic mysticism (Sufism) up to the modern period, which takes into account the latest achievements of scholarship on the subject. Sufism is examined from a variety of perspectives: as a vibrant social institution, a specific form of artistic expression, an ascetic and contemplative practice, and a distinctive intellectual tradition. Islamic Mysticism by Knysh is a comprehensive survey of the interesting and fascinating world of Islamic Mysticism.
Local Note eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America
Subject Sufism -- History.
Sufism.
History.
Mysticism -- Islam -- History.
Mysticism -- Islam.
Genre/Form Electronic books.
History.
ISBN 9789004215764 (electronic book)
900421576X (electronic book)
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9789004194625
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