Persian mysticism

Persian mysticism, or Iranian mysticism, is a traditional interpretation of existence, life and love, reliant upon revelatory and heart-felt principles in reasoning. Though partially sourced from the mystical traditions rooted in ancient Iranian religion and Zoroastrianism, in its contemporary practical aspects it is now synonymous with Sufism in contemporary Iran.[1]

Thought

Persian mystical thought has been analysed critically by Abdolhossein Zarrinkoub, Abdolkarim Soroush, and Dariush Shayegan. In Rumi, one can find love-based mysticism; in Hafiz the pleasure-based mysticism. Under Rumi's influences, Abdolkarim Soroush is currently working on power-based or epic mysticism.[2][3]

Medieval Persian mystical figures

Modern art and the Persian mystical tradition

Persian mysticism has a significant impact on Iranian modern art.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Garraty, John A., and Peter Gay. Columbia History of the World. Harper & Row, New York, 1981. ISBN 0-88029-004-8
  2. ↑ Tarnas, Richard. The Passion of the Western Mind: Understanding the Ideas that have Shaped Our World View. Balantine: New York, 1993. ISBN 0-345-36809-6
  3. ↑ Smith, Huston. The World’s Religions: Our Great Wisdom Traditions. Harper: San Francisco, 1991. ISBN 0-06-250811-3


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