Love is the meaning of our existence, the raw material of transformation, the glorious way of access to Divine intimacy. This teaching infuses the lyric verse of Rumi (1207–1273), the greatest of the Sufi poets. The poems in this collection, taken from among the master’s many volumes of work, focus on one of his greatest themes: how love grows and matures for those on the spiritual path.
Islam and Human Values by Kabir Helminski (with input from leading scholars) was written to address the urgent questions, misunderstandings, and distortions of Islam that are all too prevalent today. The need for a document like this seems to grow daily in the face of Islamophobic propaganda and extremist versions of Islam. Islam and Human Values makes the case that there is an intrinsic Islam with the Qur’an as its reference point that stands for religious pluralism, freedom of conscience, human dignity, social justice, and the spiritual transformation of human beings.
Father Thomas, who helped launch the Spiritual Paths Foundation, explains the value of contemplation for leading an active life and creating positive change in the world.
Shaikh Kabir Helminski discusses the Sufi tradition and its relation to Islam. He offers insight into the role of doctrine in Sufism as a useful means of finding coherence among Muslims of different traditions.
Excerpt from the Interview with Kabir Helminski, Science and Nonduality Anthology Vol 1, 3 DVD set.
The Threshold Society, rooted within the traditions of Sufism and inspired by the life and work of Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi, is a non-profit educational foundation with the purpose of facilitating the experience of Divine Unity, Love, and Truth in the world. Our programs and activities are open to all people, and you are welcome to join us at one of our open meetings.
Recording of weekly sohbet with Shaikh Kabir and Camille Helminski.
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Recording of weekly sohbet with Shaikh Kabir and Camille Helminski.
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Friday evening introduction with Kabir and Camille; loud and silent zhikr with Ya Lateef; nasheed by Zehra Naqvi; zhikr with Ya Waddud
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Saturday morning Wird with Camille