Contemplation of the Holy Mysteries and the Rising of the Divine Lights

'Arabi, Muhyiddin Ibyn; Twinch, Cecilia; Beneito, Pablo

ISBN 10: 0953451348 / ISBN 13: 9780953451340

Published by Anqa Publishing, 2001

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vii, 128pp. Blue cloth gilt-stamped spine lettering. A pristine copy. Dust Jacket is bright and sharp.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Contemplation of the Holy Mysteries and the Rising of the Divine Lights
• Publisher: Anqa Publishing
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0953451348
• ISBN 13: 9780953451340
• Binding: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
• Condition: FINE
• Dust Jacket Condition: FINE
• Weight: 0.87 ounces
• Seller catalogs:
  • Religion

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Synopsis

One of Ibn 'Arabi's first writings, composed when he was just twenty-nine, this work consists of fourteen visions interspersed with dazzling episodes regarding the nature of existence, the human relationship with reality, and true happiness. With helpful notes based on Ibn 'Arabi's own oral commentary, the work is presented for the first time in English.

About the Author

The great Andalusian master, Muhyiddin Ibn 'Arabi (1165-1240), is one of the greatest mystical writers of any tradition. His writings form the basis of the esoteric teachings of Islam and have been influential throughout the Muslim world. The Contemplation of the Holy Mysteries is one of the first books he wrote, and this is the first translation into English.