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Omid Safi, “Radical Love: Teachings from the Islamic Mystical Tradition” (Yale UP, 2018)

New Books in Middle Eastern Studies

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From Medicine to Islamic Studies

This chapter reflects on the author's transformative journey from an initial pursuit of medicine to a deep passion for Islamic studies, emphasizing the role of mentorship and personal growth. It humorously captures the complexities of navigating identity and academic expectations within the evolving landscape of the field.

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