The 10 Most Mesmerizing Poetry Collections
In the quiet moments, many of us have found solace in the rhythmic dance of poetic words. They’re like old friends, understanding our joys… Read More
By Matt Pointon
This blog is part of a series where I look at various faiths and explore where they have inspired me and where I have questions/struggles.
Although I am Christian… Read More
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Famous Literary Friendships
Reflections
| Friendship Day ❤️#onhisbirthdaytoday [Tennyson]
The
role of friends in our lives is indeed indescribable by all means!
Inde… Read More
Distinguished poet and translator Martin Bidney, Professor Emeritus at Binghamton University (NY), has been captivating readers with his unique dialogue-style poetry. Inspired by his enthus… Read More
Connie Zweig – Meeting the Shadow on the Spiritual Path
Aired Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 5:00 PM PST / 8:00 PM EST
Within each of us is a spiritual longing that prompts us to unite… Read More
Fierce Conversations (2002) is a practical guide to having authentic, powerful conversations that can change the trajectory of your life. It uses anecdotes, practical techniques, and assignm… Read More
Exploring the Mystical World of Whirling Dervishes: Flying Drones over Konya, Turkey
The mystical world of the Whirling Dervishes in Konya, Turkey, has long been a source of fascination for… Read More
Lucknow, the historic capital of the Awadhs, and a land famed for its Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, has seen the confluence of different cultures and religions for centuries. The footprints of this… Read More
Not Two: Experience, experiencer, and experienced same-same
This article attempts to answer these questions about nonduality in simple terms.
What is the meaning of nondual/nonduality… Read More
This chilly January, the partitions of Bikaner Home in Delhi are alive with frames from the lifetime of the multifaceted Muzaffar Ali.
On show are some 100 artworks unfold via 11 sections o… Read More
In the nineties, ghazals disappeared from the Hindi screen. The subjects of films were also changing. But still Mukesh Bhatt gave another chance to Ghulam Ali saying 'Chamcate Chand Ko...Tut… Read More
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Create success professionally and personally
Gain perspective on your skills and what you bring to the table
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November, New Delhi: Serendipity Arts Festival is back with its 5th edition with an incredible array ofinterdisciplinary arts and programmes, in Panaji, Goa. Slated from the 15th to the 23rd… Read More
The ancient Sufi dance, Whirling Dervishes, is an important cultural and spiritual tradition among the Sufi group. Besides, this dance is a significant attraction to visitors and other outsi… Read More
Looking for an itinerary that captures the essence of India and lets a first-time visitor grasp the soul of the country even with a limited time? Your search ends here. We have crafted a per… Read More
“The Guest House” poem by the poet Rumi is often quoted by mindfulness teachers because it gets at the core of the meaning behind being mindful: being peaceful with all of our em… Read More
Each year, thousands of people travel to the Turkish city of Konya to attend a series of events and ceremonies that mark the death of the 13th-century Islamic poet, scholar and Sufi mystic R… Read More
Consider it a gift from God that you have experienced afflictions in love’s quarters!– from Kulliyyat-i Shams (Divan-i Kabir) by Jalal al-Din Rumi (1207-73) Catchy poet… Read More
Yes, it’s a known that today is International Yoga Day. What’s less-known though is that this 7-year-old ceremony has quietly eclipsed another 40-year-old event – The World… Read More
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‘Blessing is excess, so to speak, an excess of everything. Don’t be content with being a faqih (religious scholar), say I want more – more than being a Sufi (a mystic), mor… Read More
A Potpourri of Vestiges Book ReviewBy Murtaza Ali KhanThe 13th century Persian poet and Sufi mystic Rumi famously said, “What you seek is seeking you.” In other words, the things… Read More
In Tasawwuf, the Dhat or Reality of God is first assumed and manifestations arc traced down, till Man or more correctly ” The Perfect Man ” is reached—or in other words, th… Read More