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“The Soul of Rumi: A New Collection of Ecstatic Poems” is a book by Coleman Barks, an American poet and interpreter of Rumi’s poetry. Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet, jurist, Islamic scholar, theologian, and Sufi mystic, known for his profound and spiritually inspired poetry.
In “The Soul of Rumi,” Coleman Barks presents a collection of Rumi’s poems translated into English. Barks is renowned for his translations of Rumi’s works and has played a significant role in introducing Rumi’s poetry to English-speaking audiences. His translations aim to capture the spiritual and mystical essence of Rumi’s writings, making them accessible to a broad readership.
This particular collection focuses on Rumi’s ecstatic and spiritual poems, which explore themes such as love, divine longing, the nature of the soul, and the journey of self-discovery. Rumi’s poetry is celebrated for its profound wisdom and its ability to inspire readers on a spiritual level. “The Soul of Rumi” is a valuable contribution to the understanding and appreciation of Rumi’s poetic legacy.
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