Al-Risala al-Qushayriyya (The Epistle of al-Qushayri) is widely regarded as one of the most foundational manuals of Sufism ever written in Arabic. Authored by the Shafi'i-Ash'ari scholar (d. 1072 CE) in 437 AH, it was designed as a defense of authentic mysticism against the perceived spiritual decay of his time. Core Philosophy: Bridging Law and Spirit

For readers who wish to study the epistle in English alongside the Arabic original, the most authoritative and accessible translation is . Published by Garnet Publishing in 2007 (and subsequently reprinted by Suhail Academy in 2011), this edition includes a comprehensive introduction, extensive notes, and a reliable translation that captures the nuances of the original Arabic.

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