Abul Husayn al-Nuri: I had supposed that
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Photo: Shaykh Ibrāhīm Niass (1900–1975)—was a major leader of the Tijānī Sufi order of Islam in West Africa. His followers in the Senegambia region affectionately refer to him in Wolof as Baay, or "father." He is the founder of the Ibrāhīmiyyah branch of the Tijānī order, whose adherents designate themselves in Arabic as the people of the Faydah Tijāniyyah (Tijānī Flood) or in Wolof as Taalibé Baay (disciples of Baay). Outsiders often refer to his disciples as Ñaseen, which in Wolof means "of or pertaining to the Ñas family," although his disciples do not generally use this designation.
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I had supposed that, having passed away
From self in concentration, I should blaze
A path to Thee, but ah! No creature may
Draw near thee, save Thy appointed ways.
I cannot longer live, Lord, without Thee;
Thy Hand is everywhere: I may not flee.
Some have desired through hope to come to Thee,
And thou hast wrought in them their high design:
Lo! I have severed every thought from me,
And died to selfhood, that I might be Thine.
How long, my heart's Beloved? I am spent:
I can no more endure this banishment.
(Abu 'l-Husayn al-Nuri)
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'A Treasury of Traditional Wisdom: An Encyclopedia of Humankind's Spiritual Truth'
By Whitall N. Perry (Author), Huston Smith (Introduction), Marco Pallis (Foreword)
Purchase Book:
Amazon.com
Amazon.co.uk
Description:
This extraordinary compendium gives access to what the greatest minds of all time and the various faith and philosophical traditions say on every aspect of the spiritual life, be it faith, patience, suffering, or mercy. Relevant passages are included, such as Eckhart, Philo, Rumi, the Talmud, Shakespeare, Rama Krishna, Black Elk, The Psalms, the Tao Te Ching, and Milarepa, among countless others.
"This magnificent volume will provide a life-long companion for all who seek to grow in grace and truth. It will be turned to time and time again, not simply for 'quotes' but as a stimulus to thought, reflection, and faith."
(Baptist Times)
"Will not only enliven the study of religion on the academic levels, but also lead many individuals to a truer and more fruitful personal response to religion and spirituality. Indeed, few will be able to skim these pages without being drawn into their depths."
(Studies in Comparative Religion)
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