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( 4 of 5 found this review helpful ) Posted: Mar 10 2003
First written in 1317 A.D., The Secret Rose Garden is a classic work of poetry by Mahmud Shabistari celebrating Sufi wisdom, tradition, life in a dream world and the exploration of divinity and destiny. Skillfully translated by Florence Lederer from the original Persian, these flowing verses have weathered the centuries while remaining as fresh and mysterious. Featuring an introduction about the art and meaning of this enduring literature, The Secret Rose Garden is highly recommended for students of Sufi philosophy and Persian poetry. The Charm Of Beauty: From the unseen world descends/heavenly beauty,/and plants its flag in the city/of earthly fairness,/throwing the world's array into confusion;/now riding the steed of comeliness,/now flourishing the sword of eloquence,/and all alike bow down--/saints and kings, dervishes and prophets--/swayed by the charm of beauty's fascination.

















