The Spiritual Biography of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (May Allah be Pleased with Him) – Part One
The Greatness of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib “Shibli al-Shamil” described Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (May Allah be Pleased with Him) saying: “He is the greatest of the great, a unique model that neither the East nor the West has seen, whether in ancient or modern times.” “George Jirdaq” adds that Imam Ali is […]
Sheikh Abdul Qadir Al-Gilani and the Dialectic of Practical and Mystical Approaches
Sufism and the Philosophy of Divine Effusion The simplified Sufi understanding, which focuses on the intellectual aspect, dates back to the theory of divine effusion, adopted by some Islamic philosophers such as Ibn Sina and Al-Farabi. According to this theory, the mystic reaches the highest levels of knowledge through mental union with God via intuitive […]
The Legitimacy of Movement in Dhikr and Its Spiritual Benefits
First: The Quranic and Prophetic References to Movement in Dhikr Quranic Reference to the Permissibility of Movement During Dhikr It is mentioned in the Quran that movement during dhikr is permissible in the verse: “Those who remember Allah standing, sitting, and lying on their sides…”【1】. This Quranic text shows the permissibility of remembering Allah in […]
Movement in Dhikr and Its Impact on Sufism: A Study on Swaying and Shaking
Introduction Sufi paths aim to apply Islamic law in various aspects of spiritual and material life, striving to achieve the highest levels of connection to Allah. The movement during dhikr is an issue that causes debate among some Muslims; some consider it an innovation, while others see it as a means of enhancing spiritual impact. […]
The Sound in the Ksenzeni Path
The Listening in the Khasnazi Method Listening (sama) is receiving sounds of all kinds through the ear, where sound waves transfer from their primary sources, such as drums, tambourines, and other musical instruments. The human soul is deeply inclined towards sweet sounds, especially during remembrance circles (dhikr), reciting poetry, or praising the Prophet ﷺ. When […]