Facing Oneself-2
The Example of the First Circle around the Prophet and Those Who Followed Them (continuing from the previous…
Belief
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I Seek Refuge in You…
Question: Among things Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, sought refuge from were “knowledge, hearts, prayers, and eyes”…
Subsistence by God (Baqa Bi’llah)
Subsistence by God denotes that the servant of God regards all existence, including him or herself, as being…
The Chaplain Cares: Reflections on Hospital Chaplaincy
Tears and touching are some of the most profound forms of connection among people. They soften hearts and…
Facing Oneself
The Example of the First Circle around the Prophet and Those Who Followed Them So much so a…
Being Preoccupied with the Truth
Question: “Those who are not preoccupied with elevated goals will be consumed by lowly troubles.” What needs to…
Amazon: The Lungs of Our Earth
Beginning in July of 2019, the Brazilian Amazon rainforest has been up in flames, burning up the lush…
Annihilation in God (Fana Fi’llah)
Fana (annihilation), which is the opposite of permanence, has connections with some of the other concepts in Sufism.…
So Others May Live
The real, profound worth of life is revealed when one’s life is dedicated to the well-being of humanity.…
Real Freedom
Question: “There is no greater title and position than servanthood to God. Even if there is, it must…
Knowledge of God (Ma‘rifa)
Ma’rifa is a special knowledge that is acquired through reflective thought, sincere endeavor, using one’s conscience and inquiring…
Inner Decay and Ways to Heal
There is anticipation in the air. People from all walks of life are vigilant, waiting for a ray…
Having Bad Opinion of Others: A Disease to Topple a Person
Question: Is having bad opinion of others actually self-inflicting? Answer: “When you hear a man say, ‘The people are…
Parting and Reunion (Fasl and Wasl)
In the language of Sufism, fasl (parting) denotes renunciation of the world and the Hereafter with respect to…
Jihad in Islam and Christianity
Politicians and anti-Muslim activists frequently take to audiences and websites to criticize the term jihad as a form…