Delve into the previously suppressed verses of Rumi with "The Forbidden Rumi," a groundbreaking collection that unveils the mystic's most audacious and free-spirited poetry. This volume presents Rumi's profound insights on transcending formal religion and embracing a direct, personal connection with the divine. Experience the raw, unedited voice of the 13th-century Sufi master as he challenges conventional thought and advocates for a transformative spiritual journey, urging readers to shed ingrained habits and become spiritual heretics.

Why You Should Read?

• Discover Rumi's most controversial and liberating poems, translated into English for the first time from the forbidden volume of the Divan.
• Gain a deeper understanding of Rumi's spiritual evolution after his encounters with Shams of Tabriz, as he moved beyond religious dogma.
• Explore themes of heresy, divine love, and personal transformation through Rumi's spontaneous and powerful poetic expressions.
• Benefit from insightful introductions and commentary that provide both historical context and contemporary interpretations of Rumi's radical ideas.

About the Author

Rumi (Jalāl ad-Dīn Mohammad Balkhī), born in 1207, was a 13th-century Persian poet, Islamic scholar, and theologian. His spiritual teachings and vast poetic output, particularly the Divan and the Masnavi, have profoundly influenced Sufi mysticism and continue to resonate with readers worldwide. He is celebrated for his passionate expressions of divine love and his role in founding the Mevlevi Order, known for its whirling dervishes.