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Tag Archives: Sufism

Mystics and the Margins: Weekly Summary

Written by Fr. Richard Rohr, OFM on October 3, 2020

Mystics and the Margins Saturday, October 3, 2020 Summary: Sunday, September 27—Friday, October 2, 2020 Many saints, mystics, and everyday people take their place in the grand scheme of God by living on the edge of the inside. (Sunday) We’ve tended to soften Jesus’ conflict with the system, or the established powers, but Jesus’ ministry… Continue Reading Mystics and the Margins: Weekly Summary

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Primordial Light

Written by Fr. Richard Rohr, OFM on September 26, 2018

Islam Primordial Light Wednesday, September 26, 2018 What is this precious love and laughter Budding in our hearts? It is the glorious sound Of a soul waking up! —Hafiz (c. 1320–1389) [1] Sufism is the mystical arm of Islam. Mainline Islam, like most organized religions, largely emphasizes practical expressions and behaviors, whereas Sufism developed and… Continue Reading Primordial Light

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Rumi

Written by Fr. Richard Rohr, OFM on July 17, 2015

Mystics and Non-Dual Thinkers: Week 1 Rumi Friday, July 17, 2015 (Ramadan ends at sunset) Jalaludin Rumi (1207-1273) was a Persian Sufi or mystic, a scholar, theologian, and poet. He is the most translated poet in the world. Rumi inherited a position from his father as head of a dervish learning community in Turkey. Coleman… Continue Reading Rumi

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