Sufism: The Transformation of the Heart

by Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee

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Sufism, the Transformation of the Heart gives a clear and accessible outline of Sufism: its basic principles, historical background, and recent development in the West. While exploring the spiritual and psychological processes of transformation, this book offers practical guidelines to help the seeker. Sufism, the Transformation of the Heart is a valuable introduction to a dynamic spiritual path that is attracting growing interest in the West.

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Llewellyn does a sweet job explaining his Sufi tradition, but I found the work to be a little repetitive, and portions of his other work were used in it. Still, for a new reader in Sufism, this would be one to add to your list.

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