The Spiritual Wisdom of Hafez: Teachings of the Philosopher of Love - Hardcover

Pourafzal, Haleh; Montgomery, Roger

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0892816678 ISBN 13: 9780892816675

Publisher: Inner Traditions, 1998

Synopsis

An exploration of the Persian poet's spiritual philosophy, with original translations of his poetry.

· The perfect introduction to the man known as the philosopher of love

· Speaks directly to the cutting edges of philosophy, psychology, social theory, and education, from the wisdom of a mystic and heartfelt poet

For six hundred years the Persian poet Hafez has been read, recited, quoted, and loved by millions of people in his homeland and throughout the world. Like his predecessor Rumi, he is a spiritual guide in our search for life's essence. Hafez is both a mystic philosopher and a heartfelt poet of desires and fears. Haleh Pourafzal and Roger Montgomery invite you to savor the wit and passion of his words. 

The Spiritual Wisdom of Hafez is the perfect introduction to the man known as the philosopher of love, whose message of spiritual transcendence through rapture and service to others is especially important as our troubled world enters the twenty-first century. His wisdom speaks directly to the cutting edges of philosophy, psychology, social theory, and education, and can serve as a bridge of understanding between the West and the Middle East, two cultures in desperate need of mutual empathy.

About this title

About the Author:

A native of Iran, Haleh Pourafzal (1956–2002) studied the poetry of Haféz all her life. She was the former education director of Oxfam America, the international relief and development agency. Together with her husband, Roger Montgomery, Pourafzal founded Circle of Scribes, a unique consulting firm that creates visionary approaches to growth and social change. Roger Montgomery is also the author of Twenty Count: Secret Mathematical System of the Aztec/Maya and lives in Berkeley, California.

Language Notes:

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: English, Persian

About this edition

• Publisher: Inner Traditions
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0892816678
• ISBN 13: 9780892816675
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 271