This books explains Shaikh al-Suhrawardî’s sufi theology and its importance to the training of sufi disciples. His careful analysis of mystical ideas of self-annihilation, sufi exercises (dhikr), proper moral conduct (adab), and other areas that stressed the complete obedience to Islamic law and to the customs of the Prophet will reflect a sufi master’s intention to ensure his sufi path reflected the truest and purest form of faith.