When You Hear Hoofbeats Think of a Zebra ~ Shems Friedlander

Medium soft cover

Very good condition

Shems Friedlanders When You Hear Hoofbeats Think of a Zebra is a contemplative journey into the heart of Sufism, offering timeless wisdom through storytelling and reflection. With gentle wit and spiritual insight, Friedlander invites readers to look beyond surface appearances and awaken to deeper truths.

The book presents a series of talks and meditations rooted in classical Sufi teachings, blending ancient parables with commentary that speaks to modern dilemmas. Through evocative imagery and layered metaphors, Friedlander explores the distinction between knowledge and information, reality and illusion, and the spiritual potential hidden in everyday life. Each chapter unfolds like a quiet revelation, guiding readers toward clarity, humility, and a more intimate understanding of the self and the divine.