What is it about?

The article examines how Sufi storytelling is used to instil virtues, drawing upon classical ethical literature. It distinguishes between theoretical and practical wisdom, emphasizing that true knowledge (ḥikma) is realized through the purification of the soul and the practical application of knowledge.

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Why is it important?

The article contributes to the growing academic interest in the role of storytelling within Sufi traditions as a means of ethical instruction. It highlights how Sufi narratives are not just spiritual or mystical texts but also serve as practical guides for ethical living, filling a gap in the existing literature that often overlooks this aspect.

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This article offers a comprehensive exploration of how Sufi storytelling contributes to ethical education and provides fresh insights into the interplay between theoretical wisdom, practical application, and narrative traditions in Islamic thought.

Fatih Ermis
Orient-Institut Beirut

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This page is a summary of: Sharpening Intuitive Knowledge, July 2024, Brill,
DOI: 10.1163/9789004683167_009.
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