Spiritual Gems of Islam: Insights & Practices from the Qur'an, Hadith, Rumi & Muslim Teaching Stories to Enlighten the Heart & Mind (Skylight Illuminations)
"Beautiful, helpful and timely…. All those interested in the spiritual life, God, interfaith dialogue, peace and our shared human journey through life will find this to be a treasure trove of wisdom and spiritual insight."—Rev. John Dear, author,Transfiguration: A Meditation on Transforming Ourselves and Our World“Whether you have read these classic Islamic teachings before or they are new to you, you will find wisdom, deepen your compassion and enrich your spiritual life.”—Amir Hussain, editor,Journal of the American Academy of Religion“Invokes the power of the Qur'an to open the doors of the heart and invite us into a direct encounter with the source of Mercy and Compassion…. As a lifelong seeker of the world’s wisdom in every tradition, this is the book I have been waiting for.”—Mirabai Starr, author,God of Love: A Guide to the Heart of Judaism, Christianity & Islam“A gem all its own … a wonderful guidebook to spiritual living…. Allows the Qur’an to speak beyond the boundaries of Islam.”—Rami Shapiro, author,The Sacred Art of Lovingkindness: Preparing to Practice“Beautiful … reaches deep into the heart and soul, reminding us of our divine nature. Allow its deep Qur’anic wisdom to guide you on your journey Home.”—Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee, PhD, Sufi teacher; author,Prayer of the Heart in Christian and Sufi Mysticism“A modern-day jewel of some of the richest offerings of Islam…. Goes to the very depth of the rich oceans of Islamic spirituality to bring us pearls of wisdom and beauty.”—Omid Safi, professor of Islamic studies, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; author,Memories of Muhammad