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Book Description
In this profound exploration of divine reality, one of Islam's most influential thinkers invites readers to discover a deeper understanding of the relationship between the sacred and the material world. Abu Hamid Muhammad al-Ghazali, writing in the 11th century, presents a transformative perspective on how we perceive God's presence in creation.
Rather than viewing the divine as distant and removed, al-Ghazali reveals how God maintains both absolute transcendence and intimate proximity to all existence. This seemingly paradoxical truth becomes accessible through his careful examination of Quranic language and symbolism. The author demonstrates that sacred texts employ specific imagery not merely for literary effect, but to illuminate the actual structure of reality itself.
Through this lens, readers encounter a vision where understanding the cosmos and the human soul requires perceiving reality with greater accuracy and depth. Al-Ghazali guides seekers beyond surface interpretations toward recognizing the inherent divine presence that permeates all creation. His approach bridges theological scholarship with mystical insight, offering a path for those who genuinely seek to comprehend their place within the greater spiritual framework.
This accessible yet richly layered work provides contemporary readers with timeless wisdom about the nature of existence, consciousness, and the divine relationship that connects all things. The text serves as both philosophical inquiry and spiritual guide for anyone drawn to deeper questions about reality and meaning.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~2 hours)
📄 Length: 80 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Qurʼan
- ✓ Explore Soufisme
- ✓ Explore timeless philosophical wisdom
- ✓ Explore Ouvrages avant 1800
- ✓ Explore Early works to 1800
- ✓ Explore Criticism, interpretation, etc
- ✓ Explore Coran
- ✓ Explore Sufi mystical teachings
