This book is concise, convincing, and irrefutable. Dr. Akhavan’s writing clearly demonstrates that the historical figure known as Tahirih played a role far greater in humanity’s spiritual history than is generally recognized. The author has achieved something quite difficult: to write a book with a clarity such that any interested reader can readily understand, while providing academics and researchers with a trove of references (over 160 footnotes) documenting the historical setting, the philosophy, the writings, the achievements, and the main events in the life of Tahirih.
—L tuman, verified review on Amazon
This is a vital, timely book, one that is powerful, scholarly, poetic, and accessible. The spiritual and intellectual energy driving this work is present from the first page until the closing words about the removal of the most apocalyptic of the veils that Tahirih was divinely ordained to remove. This is a wonderful reminder about the inspiring age humanity is experiencing.
—Samantha Massaglia, verified review on Amazon
Dr. Akhavan’s book presents a well-timed perspective on the prophetic revelations found within many of the world’s major religions. It illuminates the life of Tahirih, a true heroine whose bravery shines like a beacon of hope during this unprecedented time in human history. People of all faiths and scientific disciplines can relate to her passion for universal justice and truth. In addition to providing a concise analysis with historical context, the author beautifully captures faith in Tahirih’s poetry, some of which has been recently uncovered, translated, and offered to readers for the first time in this book.
—Reader, review on Amazon
In this brilliant book about the historical significance of Tahirih, the author weaves a wealth of scholarly research into a clear and concise writing style accessible to the general reader. I found it to be uniquely insightful and inspirational.
—Aram, verified review on Amazon
This book beautifully highlights the life and station of Tahirih, a remarkable historical figure in religion and poetry. Newly translated passages highlight the importance of removing the symbolic veil gradually in an effort to see the progression of spiritual truth in all the world’s religions. I highly recommend reading this book for seekers of enlightenment and truth.
—Jehan Rehayem, verified review on Amazon
Powerful! Insightful! Inspiring! Those three words in the headline are only a few I’d use to describe this very informative and meaningful book. Dr. Akhavan masterfully walks us through the life of Táhirih in a well-researched narrative that also shines light and clarity on the symbolic meaning of the “veil”. I was also extremely moved by reading for the first time the poems included in the book and am looking forward to reading and rereading Táhirih’s poems.
—Vic Massaglia, verified review on Amazon
This is a vital, timely book, one that is powerful, scholarly, poetic, and accessible. The spiritual and intellectual energy driving this work is present from the first page until the closing words about the removal of the most apocalyptic of the veils that Tahirih was divinely ordained to remove. This is a wonderful reminder about the inspiring age humanity is experiencing.
—Samantha Massaglia, verified review on Amazon
