The Pocket Rumi (Shambhala Pocket Classics)

Description

A collection of Rumi's best, most beloved poetry--presented in one pocket-sized volume for on-the-go inspiration The renowned Persian Sufi mystic Mevlâna Jalâluddin Rumi (1207-1273) is one of the most widely read poets in the world today. His compassionate insight into the nature of human existence, his joyful humor, his deep wisdom, and his ecstatic songs of divine union have endeared him to readers for more than seven hundred years. Selected from his most-loved works, this book contains the very best of Rumi's poetry in superb translation. By turns soaring, inspiring, lyrical, entertaining, and always full of profound guidance, Rumi's transcendent words penetrate to the very depths of one's heart, offering eloquent expression for what lies there. The Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distill the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life. Review: Make room for Rumi!! - This is a wonderful little book of some of the profoundly beautiful works of the 13th century Sufi poet Rumi. Every book shelf should have a copy. I often keep mine in my pocket and it's brilliant for those stressful times in waiting rooms or long queues or just whilst sitting in a cafe. To quote him from one of my favourite poems: "Beyond the idea of right-doing and wrong-doing there is a field; I'll meet you there." Enough said. Review: A library must! - Without a doubt this is a must have in your library or even pocket 😉 To be inspired everyday by his words his an honour! Received it way before it’s due date and well packed. Will definitely start reading tonight 👌🏻