Sufi Martyrs of Love: The Chishti Order in South Asia and Beyond by C. Ernst (En

Description: Sufi Martyrs of Love by C. Ernst, B. Lawrence This volume offers a critical perspective on Western attitudes towards Islam and Sufism, confronts the prejudices of theacademy and the media, and offers a clarification of the contemporary importance of Sufism, both in the West and in traditional Sufi homelands. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description For many in the West, the ecstatic dancing ritual of whirling dervishes is the most recognizable aspect of Sufism. Sufism is a mystical branch of Islam, and one of the largest systems of religious affiliation in the Islamic world. The religion emphasizes direct knowledge of the divine within each person. Meditation, music, song, and dance are seen as crucial spiritual strides toward attaining unity with God. The Chishti Sufi order has been the most widespread and popular of all Sufi traditions since the 12th century. Sufi paths of mysticism and devotion, motivated by Islamic ideals, are still chosen by men and women in countries from Morocco to China. Indeed, there are roughly 100 orders around the world, 80 of which are present and thriving in the United States. "Sufi Martyrs of Love" offers a critical perspective on Western attitudes towards Islam and Sufism, confronts the prejudices of academia and the media, and offers a clarification of the contemporary importance of Sufism, both in the West and in traditional Sufi homelands. Finally, it provides access to the voices of Sufi authorities, through the translation of texts being offered in English. Notes 1 Authors are top names in Islamic studies with strong publishing records2 Offers access to the voices of Sufi authorities, through translations of texts mostly offered for the first time in English3 Excellent fit/complement to Palgraves list, as well as distributee lists (Zed, IB Tauris)4 Offers a much needed critical perspective on Western attitudes towards Islam and Sufism, and emphasizes the contemporary relevance of Sufism Author Biography CARL W. ERNST is Zachary Smith Professor of Religious Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. A specialist on Islamic mysticism, he is the author of Teachings of Sufism (Shambhala, 1999, sold 4,300 copies); The Shambhala Guide to Sufism (Shambhala, 1997; sold 10,500 copies), and other titles. - BRUCE B. LAWRENCE, the Nancy and Jeffrey Marcus Humanities Professor of Religion, is also Chair of the Department of Religion at Duke University. His book, Defenders of God: The Fundamentalist Revolt Against the Modern Age (HSF 1989), has sold 13,000 copies, while Shattering the Myth: Islam beyond Violence (Princeton 2000) has received much acclaim since September 11th and is selling very well. Lawrence has two forthcoming trade books-one from WWNorton, Go, God, Go: Resilient Religion in the Global Century, the other with Columbia University Press 2002, On Asian religions in America. Table of Contents Figures Introduction What is a Sufi Order? The Core Chishti Practices The Art of Ancestry The Chishti Masters Major Chishti Shrines Colonial Chishtis Modern Day Chishtis Appendix The Earliest Chisgtiyya as Model Sufi Masters A Chishti Calendar of Saints Death-Anniversaries Major Chishti Masters Regional Chishti Masters Bibliography of European Language Sources Select Bibliography of Persian and Urdu Sources Index of Names and Glossary of Terms Review ...an exemplary study...a wonderful introduction to the Chishiyya of South Asia and to issues of method and form in the history of South Asian religions. - Samira Sheikh, The Indian Economic and Social History Review Promotional Carl W. Ernst is the author of "Teachings of Sufism" and "The Shambhala Guide to Sufism". Bruce B. Lawrence is the author of "Defenders of God: The Fundamentalist Revolt Against the Modern Age". Review Quote "This book is a superb example of what subtly rigorous, questioning, and imaginative scholarship can contribute to inter-civilizational understanding - a goal that honours the Chishtisown preoccupation with religious inclusiveness and tolerance."--Farhan Nizami, The Prince of Wales Fellow, Magdalen College, Oxford Sufi Martyrs of Love is particularly supple in its examination of intertwined topics like meditative practice, the complex role and nature of genealogies, the relation of tradition to tombs and shrines; the relation of the Chishti order to configurations of power--pre-colonial, colonial, and post colonial; and the pull between the the traditions homeland and its many and fascinating outposts or new centers. This is an outstanding book; it should be at the top of the reading list not only for Sufism but for comparative mysticism and the history of religions as well. -- Michael Sells, Emily Judson Baugh and John Marshall Gest Professor of Comparative Religions, Haverford College Description for Bookstore Sufism is a religion which emphasizes direct knowledge of the divine within each person, and meditation, music, song, and dance are seen as crucial spiritual strides toward attaining unity with God. The Chishti Sufi order has been the most widespread and popular of all Sufi traditions since the twelfth century. Sufi Martyrs of Love offers a critical perspective on Western attitudes towards Islam and Sufism, clarifying its contemporary importance, both in the West and in traditional Sufi homelands. Finally, it provides access to the voices of Sufi authorities, through the translation of texts being offered in English for the first time. Details ISBN1403960275 Language English ISBN-10 1403960275 ISBN-13 9781403960276 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2003 Imprint Palgrave Macmillan Subtitle The Chishti Order in South Asia and Beyond Place of Publication Gordonsville Country of Publication United States Residence Durham, NC, US Short Title SUFI MARTYRS OF LOVE 2003/E Edition Description 2003 Pages 241 DOI 10.1604/9781403960276;10.1007/978-1-137-09581-7 AU Release Date 2003-02-06 NZ Release Date 2003-02-06 US Release Date 2003-02-06 UK Release Date 2003-02-06 Illustrations XIV, 241 p. Author B. Lawrence Publisher Palgrave USA Publication Date 2003-02-06 Alternative 9781403960269 DEWEY 297.48 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:96924750;

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