Arabian Wit And Wisdom From Abu Sa'id Al-Abi's Kitab Nathr Al-Durar

By Charles A. Owen

Book Overview

Arabian Wit and Wisdom from Abu Sa'id Al-Abi's Kitab Nathr Al-Durar is a book that presents a collection of aphorisms, proverbs, and sayings from the famous Arab philosopher and Sufi mystic Abu Sa'id Al-Abi. The book is compiled and translated by Charles A. Owen, an expert in Islamic studies, and provides readers with a comprehensive insight into the wisdom and wit of Al-Abi.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different topic, such as morality, ethics, spirituality, and human nature. Each section is further divided into sub-sections that focus on specific themes, such as love, friendship, wealth, and knowledge.The aphorisms and sayings in the book are accompanied by detailed explanations and interpretations, making it easy for readers to understand their meanings and relevance in today's world. The book also includes a comprehensive introduction that provides readers with a historical and cultural background of Abu Sa'id Al-Abi and his work.Overall, Arabian Wit and Wisdom from Abu Sa'id Al-Abi's Kitab Nathr Al-Durar is an excellent resource for anyone interested in Islamic philosophy, mysticism, and spirituality. It is a must-read for scholars, students, and anyone who wants to gain insight into the rich cultural heritage of the Arab world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432629093
• ISBN13: 9781432629090
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"