Shams tabrizi death

Shams Tabrizi, a prominent Azerbaijani mystic, theologian, and philosopher, was born in Tabriz. From a young age, he showcased exceptional intellectual abilities. Legend has it that upon reading a verse of the Quran, he exclaimed, "From now on, my name is Shams. Shams pursued knowledge relentlessly, studying under the renowned Sufi master Shaykh Abubakr bin Ismail Tirmazi.

He later embarked on a spiritual journey, seeking guidance from numerous Sufi saints and scholars.

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Their subsequent meeting in Konya in proved transformative for both men. Shams sparked a profound spiritual awakening in Rumi, leading to a close friendship and intense discussions that lasted for months. However, this bond aroused envy among some of Rumi's followers, who conspired to harm Shams. In , Shams mysteriously disappeared, leaving Rumi devastated.

Despite extensive searches, Rumi was never able to find his friend. Shams Tabrizi's teachings are primarily known through his "Maqalat-i Shams-i Tabrizi" Discourses of Shams-i Tabrizi , a collection of his lectures and conversations.

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His ideas draw from Islam, Sufism, and chivalry, emphasizing the importance of love, spirituality, and the pursuit of divine knowledge. Shams believed in the transformative power of experience and the need for direct communion with the divine. He criticized scholars who relied solely on intellectual knowledge and emphasized the primacy of intuition and spiritual wisdom.

Shams Tabrizi had a profound influence on Rumi's thought and literary output. He inspired Rumi to write his famous work, the "Masnavi" Spiritual Couplets , which reflects the teachings and insights of Shams. Shams also influenced later generations of Sufi mystics and philosophers.