Explore the life and profound teachings of Husayn Ibn Mansur al-Hallaj, the 9th-century Sufi mystic known for his controversial declaration, “Ana al-Haqq” (I am the Truth) & the factors which led to his martyrdom. In this video, we delve into al-Hallaj’s spiritual journey, his poetry, role in Sufism, and the lasting impact of his philosophy on Islamic mysticism.
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Sources/Recomended Reading:
Ernst, Carl W. (translated by) (2018). "Hallaj: Poems of a Sufi Martyr". Northwestern University Press.
Karamustafa, Ahmet T. (2007). "Sufism - the formative period". Edinburgh University Press.
Knysh, Alexander (2012). "Islamic Mysticism: A Short History". Brill.
Losensky, Paul (translated by) (2009). "Farid ad-Din Attrs Memorial of God's Friends: Lives and Sayings of Sufis". Paulist Press.
Massignon, Louis (1979). "The Passion of Hallaj: Mystic and Martyr of Islam". Vol. 1-4. Translated by Herbert Mason. Princeton University Press.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:16 Early life
3:37 Entering the mystical path
6:02 Mystical Illumination, Controversies & Travels
10:35 Erratic behavior & Preaching in Baghdad
14:10 Hallaj: The Muslim
19:07 The Works of al-Hallaj
21:09 Union with God
23:40 Ana al-Haqq (I am the Truth)
29:28 Shocking statements
33:51 Monism & Love
36:56 Kitab al-Tawasin & Satan
42:54 Arrest & Imprisonment
45:34 Final Hours
49:05 Legacy
56:07 Conclusions
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