Rumi - Past and Present, East and West: The Life, Teachings, and Poetry of Jalâl al-Din Rumi

This guide goes beyond biography to set a new benchmark in the field of Rumi studies. The origins, spiritual context and teachings of the great founder of the Whirling Dervishes are all covered comprehensively here. In addition, a study of Rumi scholarship throughout the ages, up until and including the 20th century, brings the volume up to date. The author pays particular attention to the phenomenon of Rumi in the West, and offers new perspectives on the unprecedented interest in the mystic writer. This is a scholarly but accessible book, aimed at both the student and the enthusiastic non-specialist. This Is A Definitive Guide To The Life, Times And Work Of The Great Mystic, Poet And Preacher, Jalal Al-din Rumi. Franklin Lewis Has Gone Beyond Biography, Drawing Exhaustively On Huge Array Of Sources In Their Original Languages. Using Everything From The Latest Scholarly Literature To The Writings Of The Poet Himself, This Indispensable Companion To Rumi Considers Not Just The Man, But Also His Times, His Legacy And His Role In A Changing World. From The Establishment Of The Whirling Dervishes To Rumi's Phenomenal Popularity In The West, Every Theme Of Importance Is Covered.--jacket. Pt. I. Rumi's Fathers In Spirit. 1. Baha Al-din Valad: The King Of Clerics. 2. Sayyed Borhan Al-din Mohaqqeq Of Termez. 3. Rumi On His Own. 4. Shams Al-din Tabrizi -- Pt. Ii. Rumi's Children And Brethren In Spirit. 5. From Sun To Son. 6. The Mythological Rumi -- Pt. Iii. The Texts And The Teachings. 7. Toward A Biography Of Rumi. 8. The Poems. 9. The Teachings -- Pt. Iv. Rumi And The Mevlevis In The Muslim World. 10. The Mevlevi Order. 11. Rumi In The Muslim World -- Pt. V. Rumi In The West, Rumi Around The World. 12. Rumi Moves Into Western Consciousness. 13. A History Of Rumi Scholarship. 14. Translations, Transpositions, Renditions, Versions And Inspirations. 15. Rumi Mirrored In Multimedia. Epilogue: The Fruit Of Translation. Franklin D. Lewis. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Painstakingly researched by a leading expert, this new anniversary edition of the award-winning biography examines the background, the legacy, and the continuing significance of Jalâl al-Din Rumi, 800 years after he was born. Containing several new poems and an updated introduction, it will make a perfect gift for Rumi lovers everywhere. Drawing on a vast array of sources, from writings of the poet himself to the latest scholarly literature, this unique book is the definitive exploration of Rumi's life and work. In addition to offering fresh perspectives on the philosophical and spiritual context in which Rumi was writing, Lewis pays particular attention to why Rumi is the bestselling poet in the United States today. The benchmark in Rumi Studies, this landmark work contains new translations of over fifty of Rumi's poems, as well as never-before-seen prose, extensive commentaries, and a full annotated bibliography. ** Religion,Biography & Autobiography,General,Spirituality Setting a benchmark in Rumi studies, this award-winning work examines the background, the legacy, and the continuing significance of this thirteenth-century mystic, who is today the best-selling poet in the United States. Franklin D. Lewis has drawn on a vast array of sources, from writings of the poet himself to the latest scholarly literature, to produce this detailed survey of Rumi's life and work. In addition to offering fresh perspectives on the philosophical and spiritual context in which Rumi was writing, and providing in-depth analysis of his teachings, Lewis pays particular attention to why Rumi continues to enjoy such a huge following in the West. Also featured in this ground-breaking study are new translations of over fifty of Rumi's poems, and never before seen prose, together with extensive commentaries and a full annotated bibliography of works by and about Rumi. The definitive study of the world's bestselling poetDrawing on a vast array of sources, from writings of the poet himself to the latest scholarly literature, this new anniversary edition of the award-winning work examines the background, the legacy, and the continuing significance of Jalâl al-Din Rumi, today's bestselling poet in the United States. With new translations of over fifty of Rumi's poems and including never before seen prose, this landmark study celebrates the astounding appeal of Rumi, still as strong as ever, 800 years after his birth.

Drawing on a vast array of sources, from writings of the poet himself to the latest scholarly literature, this new anniversary edition of the award-winning work examines the background, the legacy, and the continuing significance of Jalal al-Din Rumi, today's bestselling poet in the United States. With new translations of over fifty of Rumi's poems and including never before seen prose, this landmark study celebrates the astounding appeal of Rumi, still as strong as ever, 800 years after his birth.

This is a definitive guide to the life and work of Jall al-Din Rumi. Franklin D. Lewis's text considers not just the man, but also his times, his legacy, and his role in a changing world.