Sufism and Taoism: A Comparative Study of Key Philosophical Concepts

by Toshihiko Izutsu

Book Overview

In this deeply learned work, Toshihiko Izutsu compares the metaphysical and mystical thought-systems of Sufism and Taoism and discovers that, although historically unrelated, the two share features and patterns which prove fruitful for a transhistorical dialogue. His original and suggestive approach opens new doors in the study of comparative philosophy and mysticism.

Izutsu begins with Ibn 'Arabi, analyzing and isolating the major ontological...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0520292472
• ISBN13: 9780520292475
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: University of California Press
• Length: 502 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.5" x 8.4"