Fīhi mā fīhi

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Fīhi mā fīhi (meaning "There Is in It What Is in It") is a collection of talks by the 13th-century Persian poet and mystic Jalāl al-Dīn Rūmī. These talks, recorded by his friends, explore the core ideas found in his poetry, offering insights into Sufism and mystical experiences. The work covers a range of topics, reflecting Rūmī's profound spiritual journey and his humanistic expression of love and longing. It is considered a significant text for understanding Rūmī's philosophy and the broader context of 13th-century Sufi thought.1

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…in the collection, known as Fīhi mā fīhi (“There Is in It What Is in It”), the main ideas of his poetry recur. There also exist sermons and a collection of letters (Maktūbāt) directed to different persons. It is impossible to systematize his ideas, which at times contradict each other,…
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…in the collection, known as Fīhi mā fīhi (“There Is in It What Is in It”), the main ideas of his poetry recur. There also exist sermons and a collection of letters (Maktūbāt) directed to different persons. It is impossible to systematize his ideas, which at times contradict each other,…
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