The Light of Dawn

Daily Readings from the Holy Qur'an

Camille Adams Helminski, Camille Adams Helminski, Camille Adams Helminski

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English

Shambhala Publications Inc
15 January 2001

Islam

In Light of Dawn, Camille Helminski presents a profound journey through the Holy Qur'an, unveiling its significance as a guiding light for humanity. From the moment of divine revelation to the Prophet Muhammad, Helminski weaves a narrative that spans twenty-three years of spiritual transformation, offering readers a glimpse into the enduring power of this sacred text.

Her unique perspective blends personal reflection with scholarly insight, drawing parallels between the Qur'an's teachings and those of other traditions. She invites readers to engage with the text on a deeper level, emphasizing the beauty of the original Arabic and its resonance that transcends translation. Through her exploration, Helminski examines the Qur'an's messages of mercy, compassion, and unity among diverse religious communities. As Helminski analyzes key concepts and stories from the Qur'an, she illuminates its relevance to contemporary life. Readers will discover how this ancient text addresses modern challenges, offering guidance on personal sanctity, social justice, and religious pluralism.

By: Camille Adams Helminski, Camille Adams Helminski
Translated by: Camille Adams Helminski
Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 309g
ISBN: 9781570625978
ISBN 10: 1570625972
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 15 January 2001
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Camille Adams Helminski is cofounder and codirector of the Threshold Society in Aptos, California, an educational foundation in the Mevlevi tradition based on the teachings of Rumi. She was the first woman to translate a substantial portion of the Qur'an into English, in her book The Light of Dawn. Among her other translations are Mevlevi Wird- The Prayers Recited Daily by Mevlevi Dervishes, Rumi Daylight and Jewels of Remembrance (with Kabir Helminski), and Awakened Dreams and Mevlevi Ayins (with Refik Algan). She holds and honorary doctorate in Arabic from the University of Damascus and the World Union of Writers (Paris).

Reviews for The Light of Dawn: Daily Readings from the Holy Qur'an

"""* ""Camille Helminski's fresh translations strip time away for English language readers, bringing us face to face with Meaning. Even the occasional browsers will be struck by the clarity and insight of this Message."" - Michael Wolfe, author of One Thousand Roads to Mecca * ""This anthology will give many non-Muslims a helpful insight into the riches of the Koran and Islamic tradition."" - Karen Armstrong, author of A History of God"""