The Story of the Reed

From the Garden of Mathnawi

Osman Nuri Topbaş

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Erkam World - Dar Al Arqam
01 January 2024

Sufism & Islamic mysticism

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"Unlock the profound symbolism of Rûmî's Ney (flute) with Shaykh Osman Nuri Topbas in ""The Story of the Reed."" Journey through the transformative stages of a reed, mirroring the maturation of a human being-the perfect man (Insan-i Kâmil). As the Ney is severed from the reed bed, its lament echoes the yearning of the perfect man, encapsulating the soul's journey from the realm of souls to the cage of flesh.

Explore the book's chapters, including ""The Spiritual Echo of the Perfect Man"" and ""The Lament of the Reed,"" offering insights into ascetic discipline, meditation, and Divine love. The table of contents navigates through the essentials of friendship, eternal love in the Mathnawi, prophetic morality, and the profound manners of the Prophet.

Shaykh Osman Nuri Topbas's foreword sets the tone, addressing the contemporary challenge of materialism. Urging readers to view events through the ""windows of the heart,"" the foreword emphasizes the timeless wisdom of Sufi luminaries like Bahauddin Naqshbend and Jalaladdin Rumi. The author's previous work, ""From the Garden of the Mathnawi, Tears of the Heart,"" garnered praise, showcasing the continued relevance of Sufi solutions in the modern world.

""The Story of the Reed"" becomes a jug of water from the ocean of Rumi, inviting readers to rediscover spiritual truths through stories that make the complexities of spiritual life easily understandable. With a humble acknowledgement of Allah's grace, Shaykh Osman Nuri Topbas presents this work as a continuous charity, a window of light for truth-seekers, and a source of solutions for spiritual problems."

By: Osman Nuri Topbaş
Imprint: Erkam World - Dar Al Arqam
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 236g
ISBN: 9788119946150
ISBN 10: 8119946154
Pages: 170
Publication Date: 01 January 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active