The Dabistan - Paperback

by David Shea (Translator), Anthony Troyer (Translator)

The Dabistan is a book written by David Shea that provides a comprehensive introduction to the religious and philosophical beliefs of India, Persia, and Arabia during the 17th century. The book is a translation of the original Persian text, which was written by Mohsin Fani in the 17th century.The Dabistan is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the religious and philosophical beliefs of the region. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of religion in India, the teachings of various Sufi masters, and the beliefs of the Zoroastrians.One of the key themes of The Dabistan is the idea of religious tolerance. The book argues that all religions have their own unique truths and that it is important to respect and understand these differences. The author also explores the idea of spiritual unity, arguing that all religions ultimately share a common goal of helping individuals to achieve spiritual enlightenment.Overall, The Dabistan is a fascinating exploration of the religious and philosophical beliefs of India, Persia, and Arabia during the 17th century. It provides a valuable insight into the cultural and intellectual history of the region and is an important work for anyone interested in the history of religion and philosophy.Oriental Literature: The Religious Beliefs, Philosophic Opinions And Social Customs Of The Nations Of The East As Contained In The Dabistan Translated From The Persian. The Dabistan Was Written In The 17th Century By Moshan Ali, A Widely Traveled Persian Scholar. It Presents An Outline Of All The Religions, Creeds And Sects Then Known To The Orient, Including Judaism And Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.