THE HOUSE OF WISODM
She was well-versed in literature, history, philosophy, and the sciences, and possessed a sharp wit and a keen intellect that rivaled that of the most learned scholars of her time. She would spend hours on end reading books and manuscripts from all over the world.
FRAGRANCES FROM HEAVEN
Fragrances from heaven: the relevance of smelling in understanding the early history of islam.
THE HISTORY OF PERFUME
"Perfumes serve the purpose of the most superfluous of all forms of luxury… ingredients lose their scent at once, and die in the very hour when they are used.”
DAMASCUS, THE CITY OF JASMINE
The Syrian capital has an eventful history stretching back to ancient times — and today remains faithful to its rich culture and traditions.
SCENT AND THE SPIRIT - SUFISM’S FRAGRANCE OF LOVE
If Sufism were to be likened to a perfume, its top notes would be peace, freedom, compassion, humility, unity; heart notes of purity, universal equality, devotion, sincerity and wisdom; and...
