On Sufism, the Ineffable Light — Abderrahman Daniel Girardet

Presentation

A captivating testimony on the establishment of Sufism in the West at the beginning of the 20th century. Abderrahman Daniel Girardet immerses us in the decisive encounters between the 'Alawiya path and Westerners converted to Islam, revealing the mysteries of Muslim spirituality through lived and authentic experiences.

This initiatory narrative explores the profound relationship between spiritual master and disciple, offering a vivid understanding of the arcana of Sufism beyond theoretical concepts.

Content

• The author's personal journey of discovery of Islam and Sufism
• The history of the establishment of Sufism in Switzerland and France at the beginning of the 20th century
• The 'Alawiya path founded by the great master Ahmed ben Mustapha al-'Alawi
• The decisive influence of René Guénon on the conversion of Westerners
• The role of Sheikh Mehdi Bentounes, third guide of the Alawiya branch
• The mysteries of the master-disciple relationship in Muslim spirituality

For whom?

Intended for adults seeking spirituality, students of Islam and Sufism, readers interested in the history of Western Sufism, and all those wishing to understand the esoteric and mystical dimensions of the Islamic tradition.

The author

Abderrahman Daniel Girardet is a Franco-Swiss author recognized for his works on Sufism and Islam in the West. Through his writings, he offers an authentic and experiential perspective on Muslim spirituality, the fruit of decades of research and personal practice.

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