Emanations of Grace
Emanations of Grace
Mystical Poems of Aishah al-Bauniyah
Aishah al-Bauniyah (d. 923/1517) was one of the greatest women scholars in Islamic history. A mystic and prolific poet and writer, Aishah composed more works in Arabic than any other woman prior to the 20th century. Often, she expressed her great devotion to God and His Prophet, and spoke of love and longing on the mystical quest.
She also alluded to her extensive education and mystical training, and her own particular life experiences, which are often reflected in her verse. Her many writings were read and copied by later generations of admirers who preserved her substantial literary and mystical legacies.
The selection of poems from this volume, edited and translated into English here for the first time, recount Aishah al-Bauniyah remarkable story of devotion and mystical illumination.
