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  <read_at>Sat Jun 20 00:00:00 -0700 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[An excellent book of mystical poetry from a variety of religious traditions: Islamic, Catholic, Buddhist and others This is a publication not only to be read, but to be reflected on--to savor slowly like fine entrees at a banquet--not to be gulped down. Seeking to better connect with the divine, the mystic poets draw upon imagery from nature, sensuality/sexuality, experiences of enlightenment and intense emotion.<br/><br/>I'm now on my second read (I read very few books twice) and marking inspiring or poignant passages as I go. Such literature, like all great literature, cannot be fully comprehended on the first read. Rather than study it, one needs to reflect, or even better, to meditate and allow one's spirit to be open to insight.<br/><br/>It's not just a keeper, but a great book to gift to others.]]></body>
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