Islam and the Divine Comedy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781025749464)

"Islam and the Divine Comedy" is a groundbreaking study that explores the profound intellectual and spiritual connections between Islamic eschatological traditions and the masterwork of Dante Alighieri. Written by the distinguished scholar Miguel AsÃ-n Palacios, this work presents a meticulous comparative analysis of the Islamic accounts of the afterlife-specifically the "Miraj," or the Prophet Muhammad's Night Journey and Ascension-and the architecture of Dante's "Divine Comedy."

Palacios details how the imagery, structure, and moral philosophy found in Dante's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise mirror earlier Arabic and Persian legends. By examining the writings of Sufi mystics such as Ibn Arabi, the author suggests that the cultural and literary bridges between the Islamic world and Medieval Europe were far more extensive than previously acknowledged. This work challenges traditional Western-centric interpretations of the Middle Ages, emphasizing a shared heritage of philosophical and theological inquiry.

A cornerstone of comparative literature, "Islam and the Divine Comedy" remains essential reading for those interested in Dante, Islamic history, and the cross-cultural synthesis that shaped the European literary canon. It offers a fascinating perspective on the universal themes of spiritual ascension and the afterlife across religious boundaries.

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