The Whispered Prayers 2 – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… In his second whispered prayer, known as the Prayer of the Complainers, Imam Zayn al-Abidin (as) explores
The Whispered Prayers 1 – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… The whispered prayer (munajat) of Imam Zayn al-Abidin (as) are beautiful and profound. As such, they
A Good Aid – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… Dhu al-Nun al-Misri is reported to have said: ‘A good aid in refraining from lusts is
An Awe in the Heart – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… Dhu al-Nun al-Misri is recorded as saying: ‘Shame is an awe in the heart, with a
Like a Drop of Water – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… Beloved Dhu al-Nun al-Misri is reported to have said: ‘Know that the fear of hellfire is
A Recent Sohbet – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… Here is the text and reflection of a recent sohbet at our weekly Mevlevi zikr. Text
a Recent Sohbet – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… Sohbet, or spiritual conversation and fellowship, is an essential part of Mevlevi practice. As such, I
The Letters of the Unique Name (Part One) – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… Ibn Ata’illah’s The Pure Intention: On Knowledge of the Unique Name is a beautiful book exploring the meaning
Little By Little – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… In Surah al-Furqan, the 25th chapter of the Quran we read the following words: ‘Have you seen
A Stillness Opens – Abdur Rahman’s Corner
Peace, one and all… A realisation was gifted to this one’s heart yesterday morning. The month of Rajab is about
