--- product_id: 40700179 title: "Sufism and Taoism: A Comparative Study of Key Philosophical Concepts" brand: "toshihiko izutsu" price: "€ 58.41" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/40700179-sufism-and-taoism-a-comparative-study-of-key-philosophical-concepts store_origin: IT region: Italy --- # Sufism and Taoism: A Comparative Study of Key Philosophical Concepts **Brand:** toshihiko izutsu **Price:** € 58.41 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sufism and Taoism: A Comparative Study of Key Philosophical Concepts by toshihiko izutsu - **How much does it cost?** € 58.41 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/40700179-sufism-and-taoism-a-comparative-study-of-key-philosophical-concepts) ## Best For - toshihiko izutsu enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted toshihiko izutsu brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Sufism and Taoism: A Comparative Study of Key Philosophical Concepts ## Images ![Sufism and Taoism: A Comparative Study of Key Philosophical Concepts - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61oZlJCQYKL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Scholarly and Fascinating: An in-depth Comparison of Two Profound Spiritual Paths *by P***8 on Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2021* Professor Toshihiko Izutsu’s writing in this stellar book is amazingly well researched and understandable. Either half of the book could stand on its own, but together they represent a (as far as I know) heretofore unattempted examination of the core aspects of the Sufism of Ibn ‘Arabi, in relation to the Taoist thought of Lao-Tzu and Chuang-Tzu. At first blush, mystical Islam and Taoism may appear to be an odd couple, but as it is with most of the world’s great spiritual traditions, they share many esoteric commonalities — regardless of what the dogmatic fundamentalists say.My introduction to Izutsu was from footnotes in a well-worth exploring book titled “A Treasury of Sufi Wisdom: The Path of Unity” edited by Peter Samsel, and previously reviewed by me as well. I was so impressed with their clarity that I bought the book the citations were from: Izutsu’s “Creation and the Timeless Order of Things: Essays in Islamic Mystical Philosophy.” I have recently reviewed this book too. In addition, I’ve found one more from his oeuvre thankfully still in print: “Toward a Philosophy of Zen Buddhism.” I’ve not read it at the time this review was written, but based on his two books that I have read, I am positive that I’ll find it requiring a review. If these specific areas of philosophy, metaphysics, and religion are in your wheelhouse, then I have no doubts that Izutsu’s work will both impress and enlighten! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Satisfied buyer *by A***S on Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2023* Incredible scholarly work. The book can be divided into three sections. In the first two, author delves into each tradition separately, then compares the key philosophical concepts of the two traditions in the final section. A highly valuable comaprison of what would seem to be two distant, unrelated traditions. I am not aware of a similar work that compares Sufism/ ibn Arabi to the Taoist tradition, particularly of this depth. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Dr. Izutsu meticulously unpacks the profound metaphysics of Ibn ... *by S***N on Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2018* Dr. Izutsu patiently and meticulously unpacks the metaphysics of first, Ibn 'Arabi, and then Zhuangzi and Laozi. He also--particularly with regard to the Daoist masters--beautifully outlines the programs through and by which one comes to embody/become that metaphysics. Finally, he compares and locates deep congruences between Ibn 'Arabi and Zhuangzi/Laozi. This erudite and deeply felt work will stimulate and inspire anyone who is interested in spiritual expansion and/or comparitive mysticism; it might change the minds of those who feel the comparitive mysticism project is misguided, or impossible. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.it/products/40700179-sufism-and-taoism-a-comparative-study-of-key-philosophical-concepts](https://www.desertcart.it/products/40700179-sufism-and-taoism-a-comparative-study-of-key-philosophical-concepts) --- *Product available on Desertcart Italy* *Store origin: IT* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*