Reflection of Altruistic Culture in Mystical Literature

Journal Title: International Research Journal of Applied and Basic Sciences - Year 2013, Vol 4, Issue 5

Abstract

In mystical literature, altruism (or magnanimity) and generosity have been used interchangeably by Sufis and Mystics. In fact, anyone can be said to be altruist who manifests the behavior of prominent Imams and divine. The present article tends to show the altruistic reflections in mystical literature.Reviewing mystical literature revealed that the most altruistic ethics derived from Islam, Koranic Teachings, and Prophetic Hadiths. The most striking reflection of altruism in mystical literature includes: being just, grace (or forgiveness), kindness, covenant loyalty, and respect for elders.

Authors and Affiliations

Shapour Nourazar| Department of Humanity, Parsabad Moghan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Parsabad Moghan, Iran, sh.nourazar@gmail.com

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Shapour Nourazar (2013). Reflection of Altruistic Culture in Mystical Literature. International Research Journal of Applied and Basic Sciences, 4(5), 1078-1080. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-5432