Omid Safi discusses Sufi teachings from an Andalusian sage named Ibn’Arabi, one of the greatest mystics of Muslims.
“When Ibn’Arabi comes, he sits with himself. When he hears, he hears everything about himself. It is when he stands up with himself. Everything he can give him all love. – Omid Safi
In this week’s Sufi Heart, Omid Safi is lit: Ibn Arabian Life from Andalusia to Morocco, Turkey, Damascus, Ibn Arabian Texts, futuhat al-makkiyya (opening of the heart of the heart) The paradoxical “yes, no” response that Ibn’Arabi often gives philosophical questions, and we often find the beauty of paradoxes by remembering that we do not see God, we see God’s existence and mindfulness as the core features of Sufi spiritual practice. Love Ibn’Arabi’s poems about alchemy and profits
“Most people translate it as ‘I’.’ Then, “I will be the sight of you.” Ibn Arabi says, “It’s not me, I’m not.” It was really different, it was different. – Omid Safi
About Omid Safi:
Dr. Omid Safi is the director of the Center for Islamic Studies at Duke University. He specializes in the study of Islamic mysticism and modern Islam, and frequently writes about the liberationist traditions of Dr. King and Malcolm X, and is committed to traditions that combine love with justice. He leads spiritual tours to Türkiye, Morocco or other countries each year, where he studies multiple religious traditions rich. Travel is open to everyone in all countries. More information is available at Illuminated Courses & Tours.
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