Articles related to "Sufi"

Islam arrived in a Hindu-India via trade routes and along with Islamic invaders and Sufi mystics, and subsequently became a major religion in the Indian sub-continent.

Islamic mysticism has a rich Sufi tradition made famous by Rumi and the legendary whirling dervishes. How does this relate to traditional Islam?

According to the great Persian Sufi Poet Rumi (1207-1273), love is the most difficult concept to define, "My pen splinters when I write Love,"* he writes.

Sufis are known for their ritual dancing while chanting.

American diplomats have raised eyebrows over Pakistan's recent peace negotiation in the Swat Valley, however, the concession of Islamic law dates back to 1994.

Visiting the Khan el Khalili Market in Cairo is a unique experience, giving insights into Egyptian history, modern life, and diverse culture, but also its shopping.

In addition to being part of the Hindu Bhakti Movement and Islamic Sufi mysticism, Kabir's poems also share similar spiritual and moral themes with the Bible.

Exploring the mystical visions of poets, saints, seers of traditions and finding their common thread.

Whirling dervish dances are performed by the Sufi sect of Mevlevis, in Turkey and around the world. The origins, terms, clothing and movements of this dance fascinate!

Sixteen students of Shaykh Ahmad at-Tijani traveled to Fes, Morocco for a "Program Commemorating the Bicentenary of the Death of Shaykh Tijani" in October of 2009.

Chakras are sources of energy located along the spinal cord that govern specific organs and bodily systems. Chakra-based holistic spa herapies work to heal the whole body

Sri Guru Granth Sahib, holy book of Sikhs, carries a wondrous universal call for removing discrimination based upon religion. Teaches peace and love.

Kabhi Kabhi Aditi Zindagi, Khwaja and Jai Ho are all time favorites.

What is a saint in monotheistic medieval tradition? It's not just about being a good person.

The Hoopoe is mentioned in many ancient texts and considered to bring good luck in some cultures.

Take a few minutes each day to do some conscious breathing; it relieves stress, heals and energizes your entire being.

British director Peter Brook has produced some of the most significant and influential theatre productions and theoretical works of the twentieth century.

The Caucasus Mountains is a geographic region where four countries form the bounday between Europe and Asia - Russia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia.

With unusual instrument pairs and contrasting moods, Brian Hulse's album Pseudosynthesis showcases musical voices that complement each other yet retain individual quirks.

A brief history of the legendary Orient Express and a visit to its terminal in Istanbul near the Golden Horn.

Meditation doesn't have to mean yoga or breath exercises. Writing can be a powerful meditative practice; so can knitting, painting and even washing the dishes.

"You can choose to build new bridges instead of building new walls," President Obama said to students as he visited Turkey. This idea guides his foreign-policy strategy.

Sacred music is a powerful method of worship. Prayer does not need to be confined to the church, or equivalent, and spoken from written text to be effective.

Meditation has many benefits and takes several forms.

Mysticism is the attempt to experience God or enlightenment. Modern scholarship has developed several approaches to understand just what these experiences might be.

Narrating a wisdom story requires no theatrical training, just honest self-reflection and a willingness to share a story of mistakes made and lessons learned.

Is there such a thing as a 'good' drug vs. a 'bad' one from a spiritual perspective, or is the interpretation primarily political?

Mughal or miniature paintings could be described as a variety of Islamic paintings practiced in India during sixteenth and seventeenth century.

The Taliban are advancing in Pakistan and weakening the government's control over the country. This brings Pakistan to the center of concern worldwide.

When thinking about religiously inspired violence, its occurence within religious traditions is often forgotten.

Tunisia is becoming ever more popular as a short break destination with fine restaurants and hotels, plenty of history and culture and long sandy beaches.

Self development is a natural process and should not be left to a choice, as modern culture lets us believe. Awakening to life means reaching out to the fullest potential

Although people are unique individuals, the behaviours they use are not so unique and can be categorised. This tool can unlock the mystery and turn surviving into living.

Blessings can be a helpful invocation, a prayer, a wish or a hope. Blessings are frequently used to help in coping when people are facing challenging times.

Many scientists in Muslim Spain had devised various kids of techniques and tools in their own spheres of work.

The Illuminati are a popular concept within New Age beliefs, follow the author hunting them down!