Emanations of Grace: Mystical Poems by A'Ishah Al-Bacuniyah (d. 923/1517)

A ishah al-Bacuniyah was one of the greatestfemale scholars in Islamic history;a mystic and prolific poet and writer, she composed more works in Arabic than any other woman prior to the 20th century. This bilingualvolume of poetry, edited and translated into English for the first time, recounts A ishah al-Bacuniyah s remarkable story of devotion and mystical illumination, challenging many Western stereotypes of Islam by presenting the thoughts, feelings, and concerns of an educated Muslim woman. A ishah al-Bacuniyah does not write of hatred or violence, but of her love and longing for God and His prophet Muhammad.These poemsare a window into the world of others and the self."

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Fons Vitae
Published: 12/01/2011
ISBN: 9781891785887
Pages: 151
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.10h x 5.90w x 0.50d