Islamic philosophy and Sufism evolved as distinct yet interweaving strands of Islamic thought and practice. Despite differences, they have shared a concern with the perfection of the soul through the development of character. In The Polished Mirror, Cyrus Ali Zargar studies the ways in which, through teaching and storytelling, pre-modern Muslims lived, negotiated, and cultivated virtues. Examining the writings of philosophers, ascetics, poets, and saints, he locates virtue ethics within a dynamic moral tradition. Innovative, engaging, and approachable, this work – the first in the English language to explore Islamic ethics in the fascinating context of narrative – will be a valuable resource for both students and scholars.
| ISBN: | 9781786072016 |
| Publication date: | 2nd November 2017 |
| Author: | Cyrus Ali Zargar |
| Publisher: | Oneworld Academic an imprint of Oneworld Publications |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 352 pages |
| Genres: |
Islam |