Polished Mirror: Storytelling and the Pursuit of Virtue in Islamic Philosophy and Sufism
Islamic philosophy and Sufism evolved as distinct yet interweaving strands of Islamic thought and practice. Despite differences, they have shared a concern with the perfection of the soul through the development of character. In The Polished Mirror, Cyrus Ali Zargar studies the ways in which, through teaching and storytelling, pre-modern Muslims lived, negotiated, and cultivated virtues. Examining the writings of philosophers, ascetics, poets, and saints, he locates virtue ethics within a dynamic moral tradition. Innovative, engaging, and approachable, this work - the first in the English language to explore Islamic ethics in the fascinating context of narrative - will be a valuable resource for both students and scholars.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1786072017
ISBN13:9781786072016
Release Date:December 2017
Publisher:Oneworld Academic
Length:352 Pages
Weight:0.05 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 6.0" x 9.2"
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