Arzish-i mīrās̲-i Ṣūfīyah: just-u jūyī dar tārīkh-i taṣavvuf

Arzish-i mīrās̲-i Ṣūfīyah (The Value of the Sufi Heritage) is a distinguished scholarly work by the renowned historian and literary critic ʻAbd al-Ḥusayn Zarrīnʹkūb. This volume offers a comprehensive and balanced evaluation of the history of Sufism, avoiding both blind devotion and prejudiced rejection. Zarrīnʹkūb navigates the complex landscape of Islamic mysticism, investigating its theoretical foundations, the evolution of the Khanqah system, and the profound impact of Sufi thought on Persian literature and culture. By distinguishing between the genuine spiritual insights of the great mystics and the later corruptions of the tradition, the author provides a lucid assessment of what constitutes the enduring legacy of the Sufis. This edition serves as an essential guide for students and researchers seeking to understand the intellectual and spiritual currents that have shaped the history of Īrān.