Abstract Annemarie Schimmel is one of the world’s leading experts in Sufism. In her book she presents the history of the medieval Sufism, mentions most well-known Sufi mystics and movements, sheds light on the key questions of Sufi mysticism, and describes the symbolism of Arab and Persian poetry. This book, which is truly an encyclopaedia on Sufism, is written in a compelling manner and intended for general readers interested in Islamic culture. Imprint Schimmel Annemarie. The world of Islamic mysticism / translated from English by N.I. Prigarina, А. S. Rapoport. 2nd edition., edited. — М.: ООО Sadra, 2012. — 536…

Abstract This books contains a review of viewpoints of five famous Muslim thinkers — Ibn Miskawayh, Zarnuji, Suhrawardi, Hoja Tusi and Mawlawi — on pedagogical issues. Their rich philosophical legacy can contribute in forming an Islamic pedagogical system and can become a starting point for exploration of Islamic thought and civilization on the whole. This book can be beneficial not only for studies, but also for theoretical works and research, providing a foundation for classification of pedagogical schools in Islamic history, their analysis and criticism. The book is intended for experts in Islamic pedagogy, as well as for readers interested…

Abstract “Prudent Life” by ‘Allame Muhammad Taqi Jafari is about the human life. The author opposes a life reduced to satisfaction of needs to a meaningful prudent life whose purpose is to find the ultimate meaning. In usual circumstances people don’t reflect and tend to obey the orders of society without thinking. Thanks to reason and will people can lead a meaningful life, and God’s Prophets help them do it. The book is meant for general audience. Imprint Muhammad Taqi Jafari. Prudent life / translated from Farsi by T. Tsarik — М. : ООО Sadra, 2014. — 256 p.

Abstract Nowadays there exists a science focused on the Quran exegesis and aimed at preserving its initial meaning. This study guide presents the main principles of the Quran exegesis as well as essential qualities for being a professional exegete of the Holy Scripture. The book is intended for graduate and postgraduate students of theological departments specializing in the Qur’an and hadith studies, as well as for general readers. Imprint Babai А.А., Azizi Kiya G.А., Ruhani Rad М. Methodology of the Qur'an exegesis / translated by B.Norik. – М.: ООО Sadra, 2016. – 700 p. – [Qur'anic series]

Abstract This study guide contains a complex analysis of three main dimensions of the classical religious and philosophical thought of Islam — kalam, falsafa and Sufism. The ideas of these schools are examined not in connection with personalities, but as integral systems. The book is meant for undergraduate and postgraduate students of humanities, as well as all readers interested in Islamic culture. Imprint Efremova N.V. Islam: philosophy, religion, culture: study guide / N.V. Efremova; Institute of Philosophy of Russian Academy of Sciences. – Part 1: Theological and philosophical thought. – М.: Nauka – Vostochnaya literatura, 2015. – 183 p.

Abstract In 1978 the “Orientalism” book of Edward Said, an American researcher of Palestinian descent, saw the light. Its main point is that apart from fulfilling its scientific function, the academic orientalistics served imperialistic interests for a long time, creating a substantial theoretical foundation to justify expansionist policy pursued by Western states in the Middle East and Asia-Pacific region. It also instilled in unexperienced people a fear of “strangers”, who had to be aggressive opponents of the existing world order. Publication of this collection indicates that the study of orientalism’s consequences continues not only in the Third World countries and…

Abstract The work is devoted to examination of three Islamic sciences and the views of their main representatives. The author considers questions of Islamic philosophy, theology and mysticism as numerous dimensions of the Islamic thought during establishment and development of Islamic ideology, referring to an extensive body of textological materials. In order to facilitate the understanding, the book contains comments, index of Qur’anic quotes, Arabic terms and notions. Imprint Birinjkar, Rida. Getting to know Islamic sciences: kalam, falsafa, irfan, in 3 parts / [Rida Birinjkar]; translated from Farsi by S. Hojaniyozov, commented and edited by I.A. Tairova — М.: ООО…

Abstract “Her I” by Reza Amir-Hani tells the story of the Fattah family from Tehran: the grandfather, his son and daughter-in-law, and their children — Ali and Maryam. The plot covers the period from the Pahlavi dynasty (1933) until present days. At the background it features historical events and turmoil happened in Iran in the 20th century: the White Revolution, the Islamic revolution, the war, attempts to westernize the country and people’s endeavours to keep their original identity and lifestyle. However, the author focuses not so much on politics and history, but on the man himself, his contradictory inner world,…