Sufism: A Global History by Nile Green

Category: Religion/History/Islamic Studies

Rating: 3.29/5 

Pages: 288

About the Book:
Sufism: A Global History by Nile Green is a detailed exploration of the history, ideas, traditions, and worldwide influence of Sufism. Nile Green, a professor of Islamic and South Asian history at UCLA and a scholar of global Islamic history, traces the development of Sufism from its ninth-century origins through its expansion across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the United States. The book follows the growth of Sufi saints, shrines, brotherhoods, teachings, and spiritual practices while also examining their relationships with rulers, societies, and changing political environments. Rather than focusing only on mystical beliefs, Green presents Sufism as a global historical movement that shaped religious, cultural, political, and social life across many different regions.