The Essential Rumi

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Rumi is one of the most popular spiritual poets in the world. The Sufi mystic was a poet, theologian, jurist, and Islamic scholar in the 13th century. He has been described as one of the best-selling poets in many regions.
His poems, mostly written in Persian, have been translated into several languages. Essential Rumi comprehensively catalogs the spiritual and ecstatic poetry of this legendary poet, with a new introduction by Coleman Barks. 81 unpublished poems are included in this new revised edition of the one-volume edition.
Translations of poems by Coleman Barks, who taught English and poetry at the University of Georgia, have been included in this edition. The translations of the poems bring to life the spiritual essence of the poet. The book can help readers understand the complex meanings and deeper conjectures of some of Rumi’s poems by describing the lyrics clearly.

About the Author

Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, better known as Rumi, was a 13th-century Sufi mystical poet. He was also an Islamic scholar, jurist, and theologian, whose poems and writings crossed borders to influence people and societies among Iranians, Turks, Greeks, Central Asian Muslims, and many other nationalities. Considered the greatest Persian poet, his works have been translated into many languages ​​and he is one of the most highly regarded poets in America.

About the Translator:
Coleman Barks is an American poet and former professor of literature at the University of Georgia. Although he doesn’t speak or read Persian, he is a popular interpreter of Rumi and transcribes poems based on other English translations.

Health, Family & Personal Development
9780062312747 ISBN
Coleman Barks Book Author