The Openings Revealed in Makkah (al-Futuhat al-Makkiyah), Books 1 & 2

I got introduced to the Greatest Sheikh about 30 years ago. I have read most of what is available in English by or about Ibn Arabi. I even bought the Arabic Futuhat, but don't understand much of it. As such, I always dreamed to have the Futuhat translated in English. I am overjoyed to see that my dream is coming true. Very much enjoying Books 1 & 2. Translation quality is more than what I expected. Can't wait to see the rest being published. May Allah bless the effort of all those who are involved in this project.

I am very grateful to Dr. Eric Winkel for this wonderful translation of Ibn Arabi's Work. It truly is a labour of love. The translation is easy to understand and a pure pleasure to read. Having written a PhD on Ibn Arabi myself, I wish this translation had been available a couple of years ago. Personally I will buy anything Dr Winkel publishes and want to publicly express my gratitude to him for his tremendous efforts in making Ibn Arabi's teachings available to non-Arabic readers.

I found the translation by Eric Winkle easy to read and relate to. This is a treasure trove of ideas that have not only influenced the Sufi world, but surprisingly many of the Renaissance and current Quantum Physics and beyond seem to have been addressed in the Futuhat. A must read to sew back the fabric of our minds torn up by the reductionist approaches of modern science.

I am reading this gem of a book; piecemeal by piecemeal and I am in love! So much information compressed in vols 1 and 2, so no need to rush this one. Take your time to really understand what is being relayed in every sentence and page.I'll always cherish this book and can't wait for the future release of other volumes!