The Unlimited Mercifier
The spiritual life and thought of Ibn 'Arabi

Stephen Hirtenstein

The Unlimited Mercifier presents a comprehensive portrait of Ibn 'Arabi's life and thought, highlighting his special place in history and his particular relevance in the modern world.

The book is a unique arrangement of biographical chapters alternating with chapters on major themes in his work. Divided into five sections, it includes:

• a full and up-to-date biography, drawn from Ibn 'Arabi's writings
• a historical overview of the times in which he lived
• an exploration of key themes in his teachings
• many new translations, with samples of his handwriting
• detailed maps and photographs of the places he visited
• appendices on his major works and contemporaries
• suggestions for further reading
• full notes, bibliography and index

This highly readable and lucid book will appeal to anyone interested in the real heart of Sufism or the mystical path.

The author
Stephen Hirtenstein has been editor of the Journal of the Muhyiddin Ibn 'Arabi Society since its inception in 1982, and is a co-founder of Anqa Publishing.

Book details
304 pages; 6" x 9"; 56 illustrations and maps
Hardback ISBN: 0 9534513 1 3
Paperback ISBN: 0 9534513 2 1
(US paperback: ISBN: 1 883991 29 3)
Published: 1999

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