The Madman (“majnun”): Courtly Love in Medieval Islam and Christendom
Sunday, May 29, 2 pm
Some schools of mysticism considered that passionate love could lead to madness. Join celebrated professor and author Michael Barry as he explores love in centuries past and examines the influences of religion on the concept of romance.
Source: www.agakhanmuseum.org/learn/event
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