Hambastigī miyān-i taṣavvuf va tashayyuʻ

Hambastagī-yi miyān-i taṣawwuf va tashayyuʻ by Kāmil Muṣṭafá Shaybī, translated and summarised by ʻAlī Akbar Shahābī, explores the complex relationship between Sufism and Shiʻism. Based on detailed research and referencing historical sources, this book delves into the intertwined philosophical, mystical, and doctrinal aspects of both traditions. Shaybī critically examines the origins of Sufism within Islamic thought, its influence on Shiʻi theology, and the evolution of Shiʻi-Sufi relations through different historical periods. The author addresses topics such as the role of asceticism, the concept of divine love, and the shared spiritual practices of Shiʻi and Sufi communities. With its meticulous analysis and comprehensive approach, this book offers valuable insights into a nuanced aspect of Islamic intellectual history.