“It’s best to call Sufism a way of experiencing reality as love itself.” ~ Neil Douglas-Klotz
“Islam and Sufism are one. Teaching that to understand Islam one must be a lover, how can one understand Islam when the heart is empty of love?” ~ Zarina Bibi
“Sufism is about connecting with the intuitive parts of ourselves so that we can attune to the highest vibration in the universe, which is pure love. It’s about joining together in the mystical heart.” ~ Charlotte Karl
“Sufism is experience, and hence not to be defined …” ~ Idries Shah
What is this mystical Islamic religion, which has produced great seers such as Rumi and Hafiz? What do Sufis believe about God? What does it mean to totally empty yourself? Join us for “Introduction to Sufi Thought” and discover the heart of the Sufi by experiencing it directly, within yourself.
In this class you will:
- Become familiar with the mystical path of Islam known as Sufism.
- Practice inner devotion and observe its effects.
Purpose: The purpose of this 5-week course is to introduce participants to the inner devotional practice of spirituality through Sufism.
🗓 Homework Begins: August 15, 2026
🗓Course Dates: Saturdays, August 22-September 26
NOTE: No Class on September 5th
🕙 Time: 10am-12pm ET
📍 Location: Live via Zoom
👩🏫 Facilitator: Rev. Leo Razafimamenolily
📚 Text Required:The Sufi Book of Life: 99 Pathways of the Heart for the Modern Dervish, by Neil Douglas-Klotz
📝 Individual Homework Time Commitment:30-60 minutes per day, 6 days per week
💲 Cost: $150
🔗 REGISTER HERE
Registration Closes on August 6th at 5pm ET
🔍 Learn more about Introduction to Introduction to Sufism here
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