Mysticism is a kind of weakness,its not at all a courageous act .Any kind of mysticism that demands seclusion,passive abstract thinking and inaction is surely a delusion.As Rumi said that how can an ever active God demands such a faith which is devoid of action.I think that is where Rumi is different from other mystics,he compels man to act.Unlike his other contemporary mystics who find peace in seclusion,Rumi wants man to stand for himself and act in such a way that not only establishes his reltion to God but also universe and humanity.
Nietzsche sums up the traditional mysticism in one line,he says,
"People think mystic truths are deep ,when they are only superficial'.
All in all, such a mysticism is an unconditional surrender infront of the harsh realities of life,its just like closing ones eyes and running away from life.So,beware of suck dark mysticism.
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Wah Nietzsche on Mysticism !! Seems like a mason is writing a prescription for a patient instead of recommending him to visit a doctor :P
Anyway, I will ask you to listen to these audios of lecture by my spiritual master - Syed Sarfraz Shah.
http://soundcloud.com/servantspath/maulana-rome-and-other-saints
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOZWViCy5Nc
* audio lectures
Thanku :)
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