As some of you know before I ventured into Sufism I followed the teachings and practices of Kriya Yoga through the Sefl realization Fellowship. From very young I was always attracted to the work and message of Paramahansa Yogananda. So I am always more than happy to share with you some of his words that…
This follow selection was taken from Dr Michaela Ozelsel Book 40 days. It is very poignant for a few reasons. The reason why I have liked this essay and the many other essays in her book is that Dr Ozelsel combines traditional spiritual education and experiences with contemporary research. A lot of studies have been…
IBN ‘ARABI’S LIFE For those unfamiliar with Ibn ‘Arabi’s biography, let me provide a thumbnail sketch: Arabic texts commonly call him Ibn al-‘Arabi (with the definite article). He often signs his works Abu Abd Allah Muhammad ibn al-‘Arabi at-Ta’i al-Hatimi. He came to be called Muhyi ad-Din, “The Revivifier of the Religion.” He was born in 1165 in Murcia in…
How deep the stillness when I call the Name. Going inward frees me from myself and I am home again. Into that realm that is truly me and has been me since the souls were created. Ancient and deep travels this current through my soul; it is the place where I join with my Father/Mother,…
Love gives naught but itself and takes naught but from itself. Love possesses not nor would it be possessed; For love is sufficient unto love. Kahlil Gibran Looking Back As I sit around watching my grey hairs turn whiter, also I keep watching the same social and political problems occurring worldwide that I saw back…
It is not for the sake of the husband, my beloved, that the husband is dear, but for the sake of the Self. It is not for the sake of the wife, my beloved, that the wife is dear, but for the sake of the Self. It is not for the sake of the children,…
