"Kitab Rasail al-Junaid" (The Book of Letters or Epistles of al-Junaid) is a significant spiritual text in Sufism, attributed to the renowned Sufi saint and mystic, Al-Junaid of Baghdad (d. 910 CE). Al-Junaid was a pivotal figure in the development of Sufi thought and practice, known for his profound spiritual insights and his role in shaping the theoretical foundations of Sufism.
Eliminating personal desires and hopes for any pleasure other than God. kitab rasail al-junaid pdf
He describes Fana (annihilation of the self in God) but uniquely prioritizes Sahw (Sobriety) , where the mystic returns to the world to serve God and the community after their spiritual ecstasy. "Kitab Rasail al-Junaid" (The Book of Letters or