This study explores the convergences between the mystical teachings of Rumi and Jesus Christ as reflected in Sufi poetry, Gospel narratives, and Christian ascetic writings. Through a comparative analysis of symbolic imagery, archetypal motifs, and spiritual practices, the article argues that both figures articulate a shared mystical language centered on Divine Love, inner transformation, and...
This paper offers an in-depth comparative analysis of the concepts of Carl Gustav Jung (1875–1961) and the Masnavi poetry of Jalal al-Din Rumi (1207–73) regarding the theme of the inner path and the soul's archetypes. Despite the apparent dichotomy, Jungian analytical psychology and the Sufi mystical tradition reveal remarkable similarities in their understanding of human consciousness...
This study examines the relationship between the mystical themes in Jalaluddin Muhammad Balkhi's Mathnawi Manavi, known as Rumi, and the architectural design of the Tabriz Grand Bazaar, a prominent example of traditional Iranian-Islamic architecture. Rumi's Mathnawi addresses many facets of human life from a mystical perspective, particularly exploring the symbolism and function of light. As a...