Publisher's Synopsis
The Dabistan is a book written by David Shea, which is a translation of a Persian text from the 17th century. The book is a compilation of various religious and philosophical beliefs prevalent in India, Iran, and Central Asia during the 17th century. The author has divided the book into ten chapters, each of which deals with a different aspect of religion and philosophy. The topics covered in the book include the nature of God, the creation of the world, the soul, the afterlife, and the various religious sects prevalent in the region. The book also contains discussions on diverse topics such as astrology, magic, and alchemy. The author has provided extensive footnotes and annotations to explain the various concepts and ideas presented in the book. The Dabistan is a valuable resource for scholars of religion and philosophy, as it provides insights into the religious and philosophical beliefs prevalent in the region during the 17th century.Oriental Literature: The Religious Beliefs, Philosophic Opinions And Social Customs Of The Nations Of The East As Contained In The Dabistan Translated From The Persian. The Dabistan Was Written In The 17th Century By Moshan Ali, A Widely Traveled Persian Scholar. It Presents An Outline Of All The Religions, Creeds And Sects Then Known To The Orient, Including Judaism And Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
