Deen islam -INTRODUCING THE SUFI WAY

INTRODUCING THE SUFI WAY
‘Burying ones existence in the earth of obscurity’

REGULAR MONTHLY GATHERINGS

MAY PROGRAMME
SATURDAY 30TH MAY 8.00 – 9.30PM

THE ZAWIYA
1 JENKINS STREET, SMALL HEATH
BIRMINGHAM -B10 0QH

THE PROGRAMME

Introduction to the practice of invocation
Recitation of Quran
Traditional invocations of the Oneness of God
Discourse & reflections on the spiritual path
Session of Samaa: listening to the songs and poetry of the spiritual masters
Refreshment

If you would like to attend please call 0121 766 8364 or e-mail: thezawiya.com

This programme is for men only. For details of similar activities for women
please contact as above.

For further details of the Sufi Way Summer Programme visit www.thezawiya.com

INTRODUCING THE SUFI WAY
REGULAR MONTHLY GATHERINGS

THE ZAWIYA
1 JENKINS STREET, SMALL HEATH
BIRMINGHAM -B10 0QH

This introductory programme draws on the knowledge, teachings and practices of renowned teachers, past and present, to provide a taste and experience of the Sufi Way.

The awakening of aspiration for the spiritual journey is one of the greatest gifts that one human being can share with another. A key practice in the path of realisation is invocation of the Divine unity that transforms and polishes the mirror of the heart. A short session of invocation is included in the programme to provide a taste of this unique science.

Through the guidance and instruction of the masters of the Path the illusions of the self give way to certainty, illumination and inner peace.

Every month there is a short discourse and reflection on the writings of Ibn Ajiba, a great 10th century Sufi scholar and teacher. He provides a valuable insight into how spiritual seekers should not put faith in themselves, nor on their actions, states or strength but through trust in the bounty of their Lord. The themes of the next four sessions are as follows:

The presence of the secret of Sincerity
Burying your existence in the earth of obscurity
Withdrawing the heart into the of reflection
Purifying the heart of the great impurity of heedlessness in order to enter the Divine Presence

Everything in existence is in opposites. With majesty there is beauty. For those of realisation all is Beauty. This finds expression in the moving spiritual poetry of the Sufis. The evening therefore closes in a short session of Samaa (spiritual songs) that aim to lift and touch the soul of the listener.

There are men only gatherings one Saturday every month from 8.00pm – 9.00pm and gathering for women most Friday evenings.

If you would like to attend one of these gatherings please call 0121 766 8364 or e mail thezawiya.com or drop into the Zawiya during office hours.