The Lamp of Mysteries: A Commentary on the Light Verse of the Quran (Arabic and English Edition)

Unearthing a hidden treasure from the golden age of Ottoman scholarship, this examination presents original, expert Arabic observations on the light verse of the Quran. Presented in English for the first time, the study reveals profound insights into this famous and mysterious content along with a detailed account of the original author's life and works, an analysis of his featured commentary, and a critical edition of the Arabic text. The investigation constitutes an exemplary bilingual resource for the study of Quranic exegesis, making it an ideal companion for students and teachers of Islamic studies as well as those interested in Islamic philosophy, mysticism, and the Quranic disciplines. Shedding light on the nature of philosophical and mystical discourse in the Ottoman world, this well-researched volume brings greater depth to an enigmatic aspect of Islam's central religious text. "This book unearths a hidden treasure from the golden age of Ottoman scholarship: an original commentary by Ismāʻīl Anqarawī on the Light Verse of the Quran, presented here in English for the first time. A devoted follower of Rūmī and Ibn 'Arabī, Anqarawī was a highly influential figure in the 17th-century Ottoman world. Perhaps best known as a charismatic and beloved shaykh of the Mawlawī (Mevlevi) order, he was also a renowned author. 'The Lamp of Mysteries' reveals profound insights into the famous and mysterious Light Verse"--Publisher's description, back cover Ismā'īl Rusūkhī Anqarawī ; Arabic Text Critically Edited, Translated, And Annotated By Bilal Kuşpinar. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 91-97) And Indexes. Contains Original Text In Arabic Preceeded By English Translation.