The Concept of Sainthood in Early Islamic Mysticism

The Concept of Sainthood in Early Islamic Mysticism
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 298
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ISBN-13 : 9781136793165
ISBN-10 : 113679316X
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Download or read book The Concept of Sainthood in Early Islamic Mysticism written by John O'Kane and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-09-13 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides translations of the earliest Arabic autobiography and the earliest theoretical explanation of the psychic development and powers of an Islamic holy man (Saint, Friend of God).


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