Hallaj : You went away but remained in me
For some information about the mystic and martyr Mansur al Hallaj, see this post. You went away but remained in meAnd thus became my peace and happiness. In separation, separation Continue Reading →
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Hazrat Inayat : The Spirit of Christ pt II
Continuing with his teaching about the Spirit of Christ, Hazrat Inayat Khan gently considers the apparent conflict between those who say that Christ was divine and those who deny it, Continue Reading →
Hazrat Inayat : The Spirit of Christ pt I
This teaching by Hazrat Inayat Khan about the Christ spirit also sheds light on all the Messengers who have helped humanity through the ages. The belief in Christ is in Continue Reading →
Juan de la Cruz : The Sum of Perfection
Juan de la Cruz (1542 – 1591 CE) was a Spanish Catholic priest and mystic, who is regarded as one of the foremost of Spanish poets. He was born in Continue Reading →
Tales : Hanuman saves Lakshmana
As all the world should know, the Monkey God Hanuman was completely devoted to his Lord Rama, and his strength and devotion helped Rama greatly when he was battling to Continue Reading →
Hazrat Inayat : Jesus pt II
In addition to refuting a number of popular preconceptions in the first instalment, Hazrat Inayat Khan now unfolds some of the spiritual truths that may be found within religious beliefs Continue Reading →
How is it possible that we are imperfect?
Here is a question that was expressed recently : God created us in His own image. Then how can we be imperfect? It is a question that touches our own Continue Reading →
Clare of Assisi : Place your mind before the mirror
Clare of Assisi (1194 – 1253 CE) was one of the first followers of St. Francis, and under his direction founded the Order of Poor Ladies, a monastic order for Continue Reading →
Hazrat Inayat : Jesus pt I
As much of the world is presently celebrating or about to celebrate the birth of the baby Jesus, it seems appropriate to post some of Hazrat Inayat Khan’s teachings on Continue Reading →
Indifference and Independence
Here is a question that was recently sent by a seeker : How can a person be “indifferent” and “independent” when we have career, family, children, social obligations to cater Continue Reading →