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How to Read Rumi - The GPS of Divine Secrets

                 Professor Omid Safi

How to Read Rumi - The GPS of Divine Secrets
A Lecture by:  Prof. Omid Safi
Duration: 71 Minutes
Courtesy of: Rumi Forum

"Rumi's poetry is widely considered one of the great masterpieces of Islamic literatures, and Rumi is now the best-selling poet in America. This talk will serve as a deep introduction to Rumi's masterpiece, by taking the audience inside the main teachings and structure of the Masnavi. No background or language is necessary."


Dr. Omid Safi -How to Read Rumi - The GPS of Divine Secrets


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