Beschrijving

The Writing on the Water: Chronicles of a Seeker on the Islamic Sufi Path by Muhyiddin Shakoor is an English-language spiritual memoir and guide that traces the author’s inner journey into Sufism, the mystical dimension of Islam. Drawing from personal experience, reflection, and traditional Sufi teachings, Shakoor shares his evolving understanding of the spiritual path of the seeker — a way of dissolving ego, cultivating love for the Divine, and living with deeper awareness. The book blends chronicles of encounters, lessons from Sufi masters, and metaphoric narrative to illustrate how discipline, devotion, and surrender shape the aspirant’s transformation. It emphasizes the importance of dhikr (remembrance), inner purification, and direct experiential insight over theoretical knowledge. Written in clear, reflective prose, this work appeals to readers interested in Sufi spirituality, contemplative practice, and the universal quest for meaning and connection with the Divine.