Ruzbihan Baqli

The first full-length study devoted tothe life and mystical experiences of one of the outstanding figures in Persian Sufism. Chapter 1 The Tradition of R?zbih?n Baql?; Chapter 2 The Inner Structure of Sainthood; Chapter 3 Institutionalizing a Sufi Order; Chapter 4 Conclusion; Appendix A The Writings of R?zbih?n Baqli: A Checklist; Appendix B R?zbihan's Two Commentaries on the “Ascension” of Abu Yaz?d al-Bis??m?;