{"product_id":"the-light-of-dawn-isbn-9781570625978","title":"The Light of Dawn","description":"In \u003ci\u003eLight of Dawn\u003c\/i\u003e, Camille Helminski presents a profound journey through the Holy Qur’an, unveiling its significance as a guiding light for humanity. From the moment of divine revelation to the Prophet Muhammad, Helminski weaves a narrative that spans twenty-three years of spiritual transformation, offering readers a glimpse into the enduring power of this sacred text.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHer unique perspective blends personal reflection with scholarly insight, drawing parallels between the Qur’an’s teachings and those of other traditions. She invites readers to engage with the text on a deeper level, emphasizing the beauty of the original Arabic and its resonance that transcends translation. Through her exploration, Helminski examines the Qur’an’s messages of mercy, compassion, and unity among diverse religious communities. As Helminski analyzes key concepts and stories from the Qur’an, she illuminates its relevance to contemporary life. Readers will discover how this ancient text addresses modern challenges, offering guidance on personal sanctity, social justice, and religious pluralism.     \"This anthology will give many non-Muslims a helpful insight into the riches of the Koran and the Islamic tradition.\"Karen Armstrong, \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eauthor of  \u003ci\u003eA History of God \u003c\/i\u003eCamille Adams Helminski is cofounder and codirector of the Threshold Society in Aptos, California, an educational foundation in the Mevlevi tradition based on the teachings of Rumi. She was the first woman to translate a substantial portion of the Qur'an into English, in her book \u003ci\u003eThe Light of Dawn. \u003c\/i\u003e Among her other translations are \u003ci\u003eMevlevi Wird: The Prayers Recited Daily by Mevlevi Dervishes, \u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eRumi Daylight \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eJewels of Remembrance \u003c\/i\u003e (with Kabir Helminski), and \u003ci\u003eAwakened Dreams \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eMevlevi Ayins \u003c\/i\u003e (with Refik Algan). She holds and honorary doctorate in Arabic from the University of Damascus and the World Union of Writers (Paris).","brand":"Shambhala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46299789066469,"sku":"NP9781570625978","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781570625978.jpg?v=1767740237","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-light-of-dawn-isbn-9781570625978","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}