{"product_id":"the-mishkat-al-anwar-of-al-ghazali-the-niche-for-lights-an-islamic-philosophy-and-commentary-upon-the-quranic-verse-of-lights-9781789872231","title":"The Mishkat Al-Anwar of Al-Ghazali: The Niche for Lights - An Islamic Philosophy and Commentary upon the Quranic Verse of Lights","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAl-Ghazali's classic commentary upon the Quranic verse of lights is translated with authentic excellence by William Henry Temple Gairdner.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA revered Islamic philosopher, theologian and astronomer of the 11\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century, Al-Ghazali's commentaries upon religious topics are celebrated along with his more scientific works. The mystical nature of the Verse of Light fascinated scholars of Islam, its passages are considered many-faceted in meaning, its beauty and evocative imagery an example of the rich literary prowess present in the Holy Qur'an.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first half of this book contains an extensive scholarly analysis of Al-Ghazali, his life, writings and ideas on a variety of pertinent topics. Through these informed essays we are immersed in the culture of Medieval-era Islamic society, and prepared for the translation of the Mishkat which follows. Gairdner's guidance is poignant and well-written, allowing the curious reader to appreciate the symbolism that underpins the philosophy of Islamic thinkers. Scholars of the era considered the Qur'an as a guiding light upon matters of science and learning as well as religious observance, and such concepts are voiced in studies like the Mishkat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Pantianos Classics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50376743256338,"sku":"9781789872231","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_35073bfd-7df9-4f38-b581-ab239e290861.jpg?v=1728606053","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-mishkat-al-anwar-of-al-ghazali-the-niche-for-lights-an-islamic-philosophy-and-commentary-upon-the-quranic-verse-of-lights-9781789872231","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}