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# Rumi: The Big Red Book: The Great Masterpiece Celebrating Mystical Love and Friendship

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“Really, what other book would anyone ever need?” ―Naomi Shihab Nye, author of Honeybee “Elegant and exquisite.” ―Deepak Chopra, author of Muhammad , Jesus , and Buddha The Big Red Book is a poetic masterpiece from Jalaluddin Rumi, the medieval Sufi mystic whom Time magazine calls “the most popular poet in America.” Readers continue to be awed and inspired by Rumi’s masterfully lyrical, deeply expressive spiritual poetry, collected in volumes such as The Illustrated Rumi , The Soul of Rumi , and the bestselling The Essential Rumi . With The Big Red Book , acclaimed poet and Rumi interpreter Coleman Barks offers a never-before-published translation of a crucial anthology of poems widely considered to be one of Persian literature’s greatest treasures. This landmark collection from the celebrated interpreter of Rumi, Coleman Barks, reveals the timeless essence of mystical love and friendship: A Landmark Translation: Finally in English, this collection offers a never-before-published translation of poems widely considered a treasure of Persian literature. The Ecstatic Poetry of Rumi: Discover masterfully lyrical and deeply expressive odes (ghazals) and quatrains (rubai) that have inspired readers for centuries. The Mystical Friendship: Journey to the heart of Rumi's work, which grew out of his transformative connection with his spiritual companion, Shams of Tabriz. Sufi Wisdom: Acclaimed poet and interpreter Coleman Barks provides an essential gateway into the world of the medieval Sufi mystic and his teachings on love, life, and the divine.

Review: Big Red - If you've ever read Mao's LITTLE RED BOOK, this is totally unlike it! Praise God! or Allah Akbar! It is as different as Ying is to Yang! Anything Coleman Barks has written is well worth reading! Some critics suggest that because his renditions of Rumi were not translated by him, they are inferior. This is far from the truth! In music, someone who plays someone else's song, is called an interpreter. The new version is always a little different and sometimes better, with heartfelt improvisation. Perhaps, in poetry, this holds true, too. Who better to interpret poetry than a poet? Coleman Barks is a true poet; unrestrained by language, rhyme, and meter. He suggests that he is only a minor poet. What makes one a major poet? How old or dead do you have to be? How many people have to read or respect your work? RUMI - THE BIG RED BOOK is great and should be savored like a fine wine. It is arranged in something like chapters, according to some of the ninety-nine names of God and some representatives of True Human Beings. Occasionally, you may read some familar lines from an earlier work but with a new twist. The words and poems are alive! This book is one I will treasure and re-read, hoping to experience more. It seems Coleman Barks is always revising, compiling, and exploring deeper into meanings. He seems to be an American disciple of Rumi. He reminds me of Chuang Tzu explaining Lao Tzu and the Tao Te Ching. (Pardon my Anglicanization - I barely understand English, let alone other languages) I could go on, but if you like Rumi and the Way, you'll love this.
Review: Amazing Red Book - I bought this because I especially like Coleman Barks Rumi translation. Coleman barks makes Rumi approachable by translating it into the American English Idiom. Of course Rumi was the best poet, But reading it translated and organized by Coleman Barks is just so much better. I appreciate the wisdom passed on here. I love how Mr. Barks does not shy away from including the graphically sexual parts. It's wonderfully shocking and really takes the point home for me. It's taking me forever to wade through this work because it is all so delicious. I have to read stop and reflect. I find myself sharing these poems which almost always seem spot on with my dear friends. It's my new thing to do. I should have bought this sooner.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #381,222 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #104 in Middle Eastern Literature (Books) #108 in Islamic Theology (Books) #122 in Middle Eastern Poetry (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 337 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Big Red
*by S***R on January 17, 2011*

If you've ever read Mao's LITTLE RED BOOK, this is totally unlike it! Praise God! or Allah Akbar! It is as different as Ying is to Yang! Anything Coleman Barks has written is well worth reading! Some critics suggest that because his renditions of Rumi were not translated by him, they are inferior. This is far from the truth! In music, someone who plays someone else's song, is called an interpreter. The new version is always a little different and sometimes better, with heartfelt improvisation. Perhaps, in poetry, this holds true, too. Who better to interpret poetry than a poet? Coleman Barks is a true poet; unrestrained by language, rhyme, and meter. He suggests that he is only a minor poet. What makes one a major poet? How old or dead do you have to be? How many people have to read or respect your work? RUMI - THE BIG RED BOOK is great and should be savored like a fine wine. It is arranged in something like chapters, according to some of the ninety-nine names of God and some representatives of True Human Beings. Occasionally, you may read some familar lines from an earlier work but with a new twist. The words and poems are alive! This book is one I will treasure and re-read, hoping to experience more. It seems Coleman Barks is always revising, compiling, and exploring deeper into meanings. He seems to be an American disciple of Rumi. He reminds me of Chuang Tzu explaining Lao Tzu and the Tao Te Ching. (Pardon my Anglicanization - I barely understand English, let alone other languages) I could go on, but if you like Rumi and the Way, you'll love this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Red Book
*by M***S on July 14, 2012*

I bought this because I especially like Coleman Barks Rumi translation. Coleman barks makes Rumi approachable by translating it into the American English Idiom. Of course Rumi was the best poet, But reading it translated and organized by Coleman Barks is just so much better. I appreciate the wisdom passed on here. I love how Mr. Barks does not shy away from including the graphically sexual parts. It's wonderfully shocking and really takes the point home for me. It's taking me forever to wade through this work because it is all so delicious. I have to read stop and reflect. I find myself sharing these poems which almost always seem spot on with my dear friends. It's my new thing to do. I should have bought this sooner.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning, Mystical, Romantic!
*by M***N on November 29, 2010*

Rumi, as always, is a stunning enlightened being with holy words that pour out of his mouth. Coleman Barks has assembled a masterful collection of Rumi's best. As I read the poems, I can see the dance, smell the smells and be in the moment. The pieces range from the romantic to the silly, but all celebrate mystical love and friendship. If you like Rumi, or if you are new to one of the greatest poets of all time, buy this book and enjoy it: read it to your lover, read it to your self, meditate on the dance of words. Drink the wine of the Beloved!

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