Arabian Wisdom: Selections and Translations from the Arabic by John Wortabet
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| Author | Wortabet, John, 1827-1908 |
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| Title | Arabian Wisdom: Selections and Translations from the Arabic |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Arabian Wisdom: Selections and Translations from the Arabic by John Wortabet" is a collection of philosophical reflections and proverbs that distill the essence of Arabic wisdom, compiled during the early 20th century. This work seeks to bridge cultural understanding between the East and West by offering insights into moral and ethical teachings derived from classical Arabic literature and the Koran. The book covers a vast range of human experiences and virtues, such as humility, patience, and the importance of community. The content of the book is organized into thematic sections that explore various facets of life, including repentance, generosity, truthfulness, and the significance of knowledge. Each section comprises selected sayings, proverbs, and translations from classical Arabic texts, illustrating the depth of Arabian philosophy and its relevance to contemporary moral dilemmas. Readers are invited to reflect on their own lives through the lens of these profound maxims, which emphasize the shared human values of compassion, integrity, and understanding amongst diverse cultures. Through Wortabet's translations, the reader gains access to timeless wisdom that encourages introspection and ethical living. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Aphorisms and apothegms |
| Subject | Arabic literature -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33109 |
| Release Date | Jul 7, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 98 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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