Muhammadan Mysticism In Sumatra

By Raymond LeRoy Archer

Book Overview

""Muhammadan Mysticism in Sumatra"" is a book written by Raymond LeRoy Archer that explores the religious and spiritual practices of the Muslim community in Sumatra, Indonesia. The book delves into the mystical aspects of Islam as practiced in Sumatra, including Sufism and other forms of Islamic mysticism. It examines the role of spiritual leaders, such as the shaykhs, and the practices of their followers, including meditation, prayer, and rituals. The book also explores the influence of Sumatran culture and traditions on Islamic mysticism, and how this has shaped the spiritual practices of the community. Overall, ""Muhammadan Mysticism in Sumatra"" provides an insightful and comprehensive look into the unique form of Islamic mysticism practiced in this part of the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432583654
• ISBN13: 9781432583651
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"