Jamal Rahman, Ann Holmes Redding,
and Kathleen Schmit Elias

Out of Darkness Into Light:
Spiritual Guidance in the Quran
with Reflections from Jewish and Christian Sources

Morehouse Publishing, New York 2009, 272 pages

An introduction to the major themes and passages of the holy book of Islam, this book invites readers of any religion - or none - to meditate on verses of the Quran as support for spiritual practices and growth. It guides the reader through the rich tapestry of the Quran, weaving through a number of themes, including the mystery of God, surrender to the divine will, and provisions for the spiritual journey. Quranic verses are supplemented by sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, the words of Rumi and other Sufi poets, and relevant quotations and insights from Jewish and Christian sources. The book also offers practical suggestions for expanding and strengthening one’s spiritual sinews.

Morehouse Publishing - New York