Sufism and Taoism: A Comparative Study of Key Philosophical Concepts Dictionary The Worlds of Retribution

The Worlds of Retribution

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Sufism and Taoism: A Comparative Study of Key Philosophical Concepts Dictionary The Worlds of RetributionIn 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 trans historical 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