The Mathnawi, also known as the Masnavi or “Spiritual Couplets of Maulana,” is a seminal work of both Sufism and Persian literature. Written by the renowned poet Jalal al-Din Muhammad Rumi, it is a collection of six books that contain over 25,000 verses that guide Sufis on their journey toward a deeper understanding of love with God. Written in both Persian and Arabic, it has gained global popularity, with translations in multiple languages such as Turkish, Urdu, French, Turkmen, Spanish, English, Arabic, German, Italian, Albanian, and Swedish. Reynold Alleyne Nicholson‘s translation of the Mathnawi is based on the oldest known manuscripts and is intended to be a faithful guide to the original Persian text. The first book of the six-volume collection serves as an introduction to the spiritual path toward higher understanding. For those seeking to deepen their understanding of Sufism and Persian literature, the Mathnawi is an essential read. Its timeless teachings and poetic beauty make it an enduring classic that continues to inspire readers around the world. In Book, the second of six volumes, We journey with Rumi to uncover deeper truths and realities beyond the self.
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