The Alchemy of Happiness

Download or read book The Alchemy of Happiness written by Abu Hamid Muhammad al-Ghazzali and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-03-04 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abu Hamid Muhammad al-Ghazzali (1058-1111) is one of the most important religious figures in Islamic history. He is particularly noted for his brilliant synthesis of mysticism and traditional Sunni Islam. Ghazzali's "The Alchemy of Happiness", written toward the end of his life, provides a succinct introduction to both the theory and practice of Sufism (Islamic mysticism). It thus offers many insights into traditional Muslim society. This translation is fully annotated for readers unfamiliar with Ghazzali and includes an introduction to his life and historical milieu.