Symbol & Archetype Author:Lings, Martin "To Allah belongs ninety-nine names

"To Allah belongs ninety-nine names

and How is the Quranic definition of the afterlife related to Sufism

As the language of the Qur'an

Dr Reinhardt Kiste

Symbol & Archetype Author:Lings, Martin "To Allah belongs ninety-nine namesEvery religious tradition or metaphysical worldview involves a system of powerful symbols, most of which bear common meanings across cultures, continents, and time. This volume, complete with a 9th century Quranic manuscript, explores the significance of the most recurrent symbols and archetypes in human history and elaborates a compelling theory for why symbolism plays such an essential role in human life. The work explores certain basic aspects of