The Education of the Soul — Abu Hamid Al Ghazali | Al Bouraq Editions

Overview

Discover the timeless wisdom of Al-Ghazâlî on the education of the soul, far beyond simple academic knowledge. At a time when instruction is often reduced to the quantitative accumulation of knowledge, this Sufi classic offers an essential spiritual and transformative perspective. A profound guide for cultivating virtues and purifying one's inner being.

This central work of Sufi teaching explores self-knowledge as the foundation of all true education, including essential principles for the education of children.

Content

• Self-knowledge as a pillar of spiritual education
• The subtle exploration of moral and spiritual virtues
• The purification and education of the soul according to Islamic tradition
• Sufi pedagogical principles applied to the child
• The development of a balanced and virtuous personality
• The reconciliation between knowledge and practical wisdom

For whom?

Perfect for Muslim parents, educators, researchers in Islamic spirituality and all those seeking holistic education aligned with Islamic values. Also ideal for teachers in Muslim schools and trainers in Islamic personal development.

The Author

Abu Hamid Al-Ghazâlî (1058-1111) is one of the greatest spiritual and intellectual authorities in Islam. A jurist, theologian and mystic, his works profoundly influenced Islamic thought. His major work, the "Revivification of the Sciences of Religion" (Ihya Ulum al-Din), remains an essential reference for Sufism and Muslim spirituality.

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