Romanticizing Sufism: Tracing Spiritual Echoes of the Divine between Sufism and Romanticism

The paper is a comparative study exploring the shared spiritual resonances between Sufism, a mystical branch of Islam, and Romanticism, a Western intellectual movement. Sufism, originating within Islam in the 7th century, seeks divine truth through direct personal experience, while Romanticism, emphasizing emotion and individual expression, emerged in the West. This research investigates how these seemingly disparate traditions echo similar themes of transcendence, love, and mystical experience. Through a comparative analysis of literary, philosophical, and historical sources, the study uncovers their interconnectedness, shedding light on mutual influences and contributions to spiritual discourse. By examining key texts and poetry, this research aims at deep understanding of the universal quest for divine connection while offering unique perspectives on this eternal pursuit.