Shows
Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriParticipative Destiny: A Qur'anic Perspective with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri and Dr Adnan Al AdnaniReference for Quranic Verses mentioned in this talk:
Chapter (8) sūrat l-anfāl (The Spoils of War)
O you who have believed, respond to Allah and to the Messenger when he calls you to that which gives you life. And know that Allah intervenes between a man and his heart and that to Him you will be gathered.
Chapter (2) sūrat l-baqarah (The Cow)
the month of Ramadan, wherein the Koran was sent down to be a guidance to the people, and as clear signs of the Guidance and the Salvation. So let those of you, who are present at the...2024-11-1754 min
The MindThatEgo Podcast#51: Islamic Sufism and the Universal Presence of God with Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriWelcome to Episode 51 of the MindThatEgo Podcast.
I’m joined by Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri, Sufi mystic, visionary, and an enlightened master who views spirituality as a science and an art, vitally relevant to our times.
Religious scholars and Sufis were part of Shaykh’s formative experiences. His love and understanding of the universality of the Quranic message has imbued him with respect for other religions, spiritual paths and the ability to discern the common elements in our collective journey towards awakening.
Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri lect...2024-08-221h 18Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran with SFH Series: Surah Al A'laSurah Al A'la commentary by Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri focuses on humanity's responsibility towards nature and its delicate balance as well as our inner intricate balance. The worst affliction one can experience is not being connected with the Source of Life in the moment, the nature of the soul or the ruh is eternal. Associating with one's body, which is not eternal, and its emotions, which are subject to changes in emotions and values, is what causes much anxiety, depression, fears and worries. Clearing one's heart, one's mind and one's body is a good practice to leave the conditioned state...2023-05-0915 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran with SFH Series: Surah InshirahA 2023 series of Qur'an talks with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri, starting with Surah Inshirah focuses on the purpose of human life, the challenges of feeling trapped, the relief that soon inevitably comes afterwards. Human beings are continuously evolving- a work in progress- n duality, irrespective of how many times one touches the Divine Light within oneself. With every difficulty, the seed of ease is within it, with every ease, the seed of difficulty is within it, unless one continuously refers to the Divine Light. We have to celebrate the duality that we are in, that has emerged from the One...2023-04-2811 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriShaykh Fadhlalla Haeri WirdIn the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. Praise belongs to Allah, the Lord of the worlds. May peace and prayers be showered upon the Master of the Messengers and his household and guided companions. Allah, the Sublime says: “Indeed through the remembrance of Allah the hearts become tranquil.” (13:28.) I ask Allah that you be of those whose hearts are tranquil and of those who have arrived and attained the knowledge of Allah and connected themselves to His mercy which is without end.
Allah has bestowed His generosity and munificence upon us by granting us access to en...2023-04-2421 min
Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriThe Inner Meaning of Friendship with AllahThis Discourse recollects the life of the great patriarch of middle eastern spirituality: The Prophet Abraham. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents the historical narrative and arc of the defining moments that marked the life Abraham ‘Ebrahim’ in Arabic, in tandem with overviewing there meanings and value to seekers today. The historical – cultural dynamics of the period he lived in, the way of life and behaviours of the peoples and the interplay of classical language descriptions are thoroughly explored in presenting his path, discovery and immersion into the primordial way of being, culminating in his maturation and complete orientation towards Universal Oneness. This ta...2022-04-2342 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQur'an Talks in the UK (Part 5 & 6 of 6)In this session, Shaykh Fadhlalla reviews the key landmarks of the series, beginning with the essential questions that have informed the reflection and study throughout: What is the position of human being in existence; why can’t we maintain constancy and happiness; what is this entity called you; how to save myself from myself?. Adam was designed in theGarden to experience duality in order to realize the light of lights. This talk focuses on the evolution of the self in its movement through time and space, andthe key processes in grooming and refinement. The interplay between self-soul and how to...2022-04-191h 24Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQur'an Talks in the UK (Part 4 of 6)In the fourth session,Shaykh Fadhlalla continues developing the theme of Purification of the Heart and Human Cosmology. The Qur’an repeatedly calls human beings to greater awareness of the complex and incredible mechanism of human life - all of us seek truth beyond change. In this session, Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses the links between knowledge and action via the Qur’anic descriptions of Iman, Islam, Ih’san- the method and modes in which one reads and acts in accordance with the patterns of life to ultimately grow and develop. This section of the series focuses on the call to living...2022-04-1952 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQur'an Talks in the UK (Part 2 of 6)The second discourse from the UK Qur’an series. These discourses construct a multi - dimensional map and cosmology that both indicates the designs of life and provide keys in which one is able move along its pathways. Human beings are repeatedly challenged to review and adjust, as part of the mysterious movement of life. This talk considers several key topics - The first is the self and the Quranic descriptions of its nature, development and cosmology. The emphasis topic is intellect, rationality and intelligence - as human beings grow and develop in consciousness, the capacity for reasoning and di...2022-04-061h 33Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQur'an Talks in the UK (Part 1 of 6)This is the first in a series of several sessions hosted in the England. Whereby Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses select fundamental themes from the Academy of Self Knowledge teachings and cosmology with special emphasis on its Qur’an essence. One of the purposes of the ASK teachings is to present the Universality of The Qur’anic teachings and openings in manner that is accessible beyond language and culture. These discourse’s straddle both the particular and the universal covering a compendium of key topics from the Qur’an. The emphasis throughout is transformative knowledge and appropriate means in deriving that knowledg...2022-03-3152 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJourneys in Consciousness (Talk 4 of 4)- Part 2 of 2A continuation of the fourth session in the retreat series this talk is composed of aphorisms read by different participants. Shaykh Fadhlalla continues his commentary using links and bridge in the aphorisms material to pointers and indications, relate to different dynamics in consciousness, contextualizing them both in terms of modern life, as well as prophetic teachings, conduct, and the Qur’an. This is a Rich offering bringing the retreat to its culmination drawing out insights that relate natural human experiences, everyday life as it perfectly located in the frames of cosmic reality. The focus on the phase of completion is...2022-03-011h 00Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJourneys in Consciousness (Talk 4 of 4)- Part 1 of 2In the fourth talk of the series, Shaykh Fadhlalla reminds the audience of the three main issues he outlined previously and how each relates to the five-journey model. Continued disclosures on patterns and design of nature, and the arrow of time using metaphors and examples in human life to further relay how the compendium levels of existence and reality are connected and encapsulated in Unity, connecting appropriately with the different stages of the evolutionary arc in consciousness and the state of continuation after awakening: living with intimate awareness of apparent dualities, yet in dynamic awareness and perception of cosmic...2022-02-221h 12Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Tin Part 2The next chapter in the Jewels series, Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses another of the short meccan Surah’s at – Tin ‘The Fig’. The early short meccan surah’s are condensed snap shots of the multi layers of reality. This Surah places focus on natural patterns and rhythums. Using the metaphor and symbol of the ancient fruits: the fig and the olive that were staple part of the diet of people of the ancient near east. The metaphor of the ancient trees and our connection with them utilizes an accessible example of the human condition in this temporary zone. Life is a nursery...2022-02-1729 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Tin Part 1The next chapter in the Jewels series, Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses another of the short meccan Surah’s at – Tin ‘The Fig’. The early short meccan surah’s are condensed snap shots of the multi layers of reality. This Surah places focus on natural patterns and rhythums. Using the metaphor and symbol of the ancient fruits: the fig and the olive that were staple part of the diet of people of the ancient near east. The metaphor of the ancient trees and our connection with them utilizes an accessible example of the human condition in this temporary zone. Life is a nursery...2022-02-1729 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJourneys in Consciousness (Talk 3 of 4)The third disclosure in the retreat is about the meaning singularity, and the eternal moment; the singular light in our heart, which is inseparable from its multiple effects in the world of our experience. Shaykh Fadhlalla explains why we experience both confusion and hope, and then reviews his five-journey model previously outlined within the wider framework of the phases conclusion and completion. All the patterns, designs and cycles we experience emanate from eternal unity. As is a theme throughout the series there is a focus on the Phase of Ongoignness or continuation in consciousness. After the natural conclusion of...2022-02-151h 12Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJourneys in Consciousness (Talk 2 of 4)Beginning with the last of the three topics: All experience is encapsulated in Absolute Oneness - Shaykh Fadhlalla explains how this is realized naturally through the journey of life. Five broad levels are delineated in this talk as key reference on the map of the human journey, these are: early on; later, wisdom and insight; awakening, and ongoingness. This model is compared and related to Mulla Sadra’s model of ‘the Four Journeys’, which influence and relate to the key the maps presented yet must be distinguished. Each Journey, each phase occurs in its appropriate time and in its own pe...2022-02-081h 24Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJourneys in Consciousness (Talk 1 of 4)This is the first of a series of talks given during a retreat in the UK in 2011titled Journey’s in Consciousness. In the opening discussion, Shaykh Fadhlalla outlines the three main issues to which the retreat itself is based on there are patterns, designs, and ways which are natural; there is a direction in life - or arrow of time - which implies a relentless drive towards higher consciousness; and all the diverse aspects of nature – which includes consciousness - are encapsulated in Absolute Oneness. In a compelling Discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla expounds upon the three essential pathways through life...2022-02-031h 12Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Ash ShamsThe focus is Surah as Shams ‘Sun’ It covers a wide range of human and worldly activities and is one of the earliest revelations. It therefore contains the essentials as to the unity between heavens and earth, building blocks of life; human nature and our role and purpose in the cosmic unfolding. The Stars, galaxies and celestial bodies were gathered in the Universal melting pot of the nascent universe and begun to drift and separate. The echo of this primal pattern is mirrored in the human heart. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents how this surah takes us out of the cocoon of t...2022-01-0542 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al FatirIn this Discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla uses key verses from Surah Al Fatir ‘the crack’ in discussing Flexibility, rigidity, diversity in Islam. Some of the important Questions contouring this discourse include: what is the relationship between culture and, habit; traditions and spiritual essence. What is the meaning of diversities relevant to the all-encompassing Unified field. The foundation of the Din is that all human beings are seeking struggling, striving to discover live by that truth. We are here as stewards practicing and perfecting our resonance with that reality as part of the evolutionary rise back to that state after death. We a...2021-12-2926 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al A'laContinuing the series of key Qur’anic disclosures Shaykh Fadhlalla presents this short discourse on one of the Early Meccan Surah’s - Surah Al A’la ‘The Most High’. This Surah is the eighth surah revealed chronologically and therefore is immensely rich in that it presents the map of existence and the purpose of human life. In the usual approach to these Qur’anic discourses Shaykh Fadhlalla emphasizes Classical Arabic key words as windows into the meanings of the chapter. This is an immensely important surah, like most of the early unveilings It emphasizes the power and Immensity of the Cosmi...2021-12-2232 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Ya'sin Part 2Part two of the Suarah Ya’sin Discourse – Shaykh Fadhalla presents how this surah presents the complete picture of the outer, the inner, the higher the lower and everything in between. The final segment of this surah is covered in the concluding three sections. The historical narrative of Isa’s Disciples, Antioch and the old man moves into a section of similitudes and symbols, patterns in nature and the celestial bodies, Shaykh Fadhlalla indicates how the universal and natural patterns and existences provide subtle hints and allusions to the way of Reality, providing answers to questions such as predestination and fr...2021-12-1534 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Ya'sin Part 1In this two part Discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla presents the key topics and themes of Surah Ya’sin. Known as the heart of the Qur’an, the implication is that it contains the entirety. It is the center. It represents the essence of the Qur’anic message representing a distillation of thousands of years of maps and indications as to the human being and the direction of life. Classically it is divided into five sections. In this talk, Shaykh Fadhlalla unpacks the first two sections. The Adamic metaphor is of a descent from the eternal state into this zone of terres...2021-12-1528 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah NabaThe next Surah in the Jewels series is an Naba ‘The News’ part of the selection of Meccan surah’s covered in this series. The emphasis of this surah is Finality, in the tenor of all the key meccan surah’s, Shaykh Fadhlala draws attention to essential questions and issues: The meaning of life, the end and the beginning, the way human beings are to conduct themselves in this life and the essential purpose of the human being.
We all seek comfort and contentment at heart, well beingness yet no state is durable. The human being encompasses a wide s...2021-12-0836 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al BaladIn the Series of Key Qur’an talks the focus of this discourse is Surah Al Balad – ‘The City’. In Arabic the word for city, connotes town or country – every human is a city, containing multitudes of interactions and connections at numerous levels. Shaykh Fadhlalla highlights how Qur’anic interpretation is classically divided into four categories. In order to be appropriately nourished, the full package of the path needs to put together, prepared and imbibed. We are inheritors of the gifts of prophetic light and manner of conduct as to how to be more in tune with the cosmic light. The Q...2021-12-0137 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Qalb as described in the Qur'an This talk is a condensed presentation of key surah’s in the Qur’an. The Prophetic message of Unity is part of an evolution in life and consciousness culminating in the Adamic being that has the potential to encompass a spectrum of intelligence and awareness. This talk focuses on the heart as the spiritual organ or centre of the human being – the human heart that is the link between the cosmic spirit and the terrestrial world. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents key indications relevant to human composition, and the diverse states and conditions of the heart as human beings move along the pat...2021-11-1736 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al Mulk Part 1Surah al Mulk is a late Meccan surah. Dealing with key issues related to heavens and earth, life after death and key aspects of our interaction with this life. Death Precedes Life - the earth was barren for billions of years before cosmic rains brought life and existence. In this discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla engages various key themes encompassed in the first fifteen verses of this Surah. This Surah connects with various others emphasizing Eternal Life and the Unified totality. This short surah is vast in that it sheds light of several key topics. These include: The process and cycles...2021-11-1034 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Al Mulk Part 2In Part two of the commentary on Surah al Mulk Shyakh Fadhlalla indicates the key messages this short Surah presents. Human life rest on constant uncertainty and insecurity these verses bring this theme into focus to engender a heightened sense of awareness and caution – indicating the immensity of the Universal effulgence. These declarations take the mind to edge of the ineffable. Putting into context the insignificance of our limited human situation. Shaykh Fadhlalla discloses how this surah combines the earthly and heavenly aspects of life providing the sketches relevant to human nature, the self and how to navigate successfully in...2021-11-1032 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJewels of Qur'an Series: Surah Baqarah Selected VersesThis short and rich discourse draws focus to the five verses from surah Al Baqara. ‘The Cow’. Shaykh Fadhlalla uses these vast and powerful verses to illucidate on key themes and questions in human life: What is the path to sustainable durable happiness and wellbeingness? Why do human beings suffer?
Every living entity is constantly challenged by dualities, restrictions built into the patterns of life. We are challenged to constantly be modest, courageous, vigilant in our pursuit of wisdom and justice. A central theme of this discourse is the meaning of ‘Sabr’ patience in growth evolvement and the good...2021-11-0335 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Talks (9 of 9): Ayat Al NurThe focus of this talk is the Verse of Light. These few short verses indicate the totality of the eternal author. In this short, distilled discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla discloses various insights and sketches representing levels of connectedness between the seen and the unseen. He does so against a backdrop of the type of disclosures that occur in Qur’anic language classically referred to as Muhkhamand Mutashabih. The Qur’an can be literally specific or greatly metaphoric, often at the same time, and Shaykh Fadhlallah indicates here how these two modes complement each other, yet require diverse means of approach. The...2021-10-2734 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Talks (8 of 9): Ayat Al KursiThe throne verse is a one of several Qur’anic verses that contain complete explications of the ultimate reality, Divine power and control, and the unified nature of existence at every level. It is in order for us to be revived, to be transformed by permanent Life as we journey through transient life. In this talk, Shaykh Fadhlalla explains the nature of cosmic totality and dominion which this ayat reveals. He provides an extended commentary on the divine qualities and attributes, as well as the manner in which the essence manifests itself in order to be known. Shaykh Fadhlalla de...2021-10-2031 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Talks (7 of 9): Surah Ad DaharIn this discourse, Shaykh Fadhlalla presents a comprehensive commentary on Surah Ad Dahar, ‘Forgetfulness’, also referred to as Surah Al Insan, or ‘Mankind’. This surah is part of a selection of surahs that contain both Medinan and Meccan verses. It highlights the story of mankind; the purpose of life; and awareness of that which is permanent – sacred presence. The surah presents a sketch of human nature, emphasizing the meaning of duty and the path of wholesomeness. The Qur’an is the manual of life and existence which, if applied and lived, will enhance our attitudes through the journey of life. The mi...2021-10-1337 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Talks (6 of 9): Surah Ar Rah'manEvery surah in the Qur’an has its special flavor. Surah Ar Rah’man, or ‘The Beneficent ’, containsthree major sections through which the total Quranic message is relayed. Shaykh Fadhlalla guides the listener through each in a verse by verse disclosure, unfoldinging key words via their root meanings as a way of opening the tapestries of this great surah. The three segments include: the nature of divine mercy as it manifests itself; duality and its basis in complementary opposites; and the akhira, or hereafter. The interplay of dualities and balance is a key theme of this surah, which illustrates how this...2021-10-0628 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Talks (4 of 9): Surah Al QadrIn this powerful talk, Shaykh Fadhlalla illustrates how each cycle – be it annual, monthly, daily, hourly, momentary; or within the blood, breath, human body, earth; or out in the cosmos – has its specific frequency and pattern, and yet each resonates due to the One, original cause and essence of all patterns, vibrations or movements. He describes how laylat al-qadr – the night of power during the month of Ramadan – is the moment when the infinite unseen, divine energy, or sacred presence imprints upon the seen, discernible and therefore dual world of our experience. The practice of death is the practice of etern...2021-09-2236 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Talks (3 of 9): Surah Al AnkabutAl Ankabut, or ‘The Spider’, is one of several surahs in the Qur’an which straddles both Meccan and Medinan periods. This surah discloses the themes and dynamics relevant to the nascent Muslim community, which are simultaneously sketches relevant to seekers of all times. Key themes include
● the nature of transformation; commitment and the purpose of human life;
● the meaning of difficulties, suffering, challenges and affliction and how this relates to self-purification;
● awareness and developing the attitudes, qualities and orientation appropriate to completing the purpose of human life;
● struggle and the meaning of mig...2021-09-1535 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Talks (2 of 9): Surah Al QiyamahAl Qiyamah
The focus of this talk is Surah Al Qiyamah, or ‘The Reckoning’. Shaykh Fadhlalla demonstrates how this surah, like most of the Meccan unveilings, emphasizes Absolute Truth; the end of time; the purpose of human life; our duty; and transition into the next phase.
In the classical maps the human self, and its evolving nature, contains patterns and tendencies with several classifications. Shaykh Fadhlalla indicates how the spectrum of awareness and consciousness is reflected in this surah by considering the root words against the backdrop of prophetic teachings and the heritage of the Semi...2021-09-0835 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Talks (1 of 9): Surah Al Inshi'rahAl Inshi’rah
The Qur’an is the ultimate manual of existence, containing within it endless horizons of knowledge that are directly usable to the believer in any situation in which they find themselves. The miracle of the Qur’an is that it uses ordinary language in a transcendent manner: taking discernable linguistic terms and relating them to celestial, cosmic Reality.
The focus of this discourse is Surah Inshi’rah, which relates closely to the surah revealed before it, both historically and in meaning: Ad Duha. In his commentary, Shaykh Fadhlalla draws from both of these su...2021-09-0327 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJohannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 3 of 3- Surah HadidTalk 3 Surah Al Hadid Part 2
The third talk in this series completes the extended commentary on Surah al Hadid - the Iron . Al Hadid is a Medinan Surah, revealed several years after the Qur’anic revelation began, after the establishment of the community of Muslims in the Medinan oasis. In this section, Shaykh Fadhlalla further explores the seamless interaction between micro and macro realities, bringing to focus subtle patterns and pitfalls of self-deception, false security, denials, and distraction in contrast to the way of Unity and Cosmic Mercy. Shaykh Fadhlalla persistently indicates the layered tapestry of good ne...2021-05-111h 17
Buddha at the Gas Pump597. Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriSufi mystic and visionary Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri is an enlightened spiritual master. His life and works serve as a reminder that spirituality is a science and an art vitally relevant to our times. Shaykh Fadhlalla grew up in an environment where religious scholars, as well as Sufi and mystics, were part of his formative experience. His love and understanding of the universality of the Qur'anic message have imbued him with respect for other religions and spiritual paths.
Websites:
shaykhfadhlallahaeri.com
zahrapublications.pub
Books mentioned during the interview:
Son of Karbala: The Spiritual Journey of an Iraqi Muslim
Sufi Encounters: Sharing...2021-05-0600 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJohannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 2 of 3- Surah HadidTalk 2 Surah Al Hadid Part 1
This second discourse of the series centers around the great Medinan Surah al Hadid - the Iron. Shaykh Fadhlalla leads the listener verse by verse though the many-tiered ladder of consciousness to which all human beings are exposed and navigate in the arc of life. Al Hadid is a perfect exposition of the seamless balance between the boundless and the limited zones of consciousness, balancing Truth, Light with boundaries, appropriateness, and accountability. Shaykh Fadhlalla indicates six primary dimensions that encapsulate the map of Reality, emphasizing throughout the unified nature of existence.
2021-05-041h 27Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriJohannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 1 of 3- Intro & Surah Al A’laThis is the first discourse in a series of lectures recorded at the Johannesburg Sufi Centre. In an intimate, interactive setting, Shaykh Fadhlalla presents a series of classes and commentary on twelve key Surah’s of the Qur’an.
Shaykh Fadhlalla begins by describing how best to approach the Qur’an. In order to appreciate the unique nature of divine knowledge it is necessary to engage with it through the appropriate channels. The two distinct types of knowledge, earthly rational, discernable knowledge and metaphysical insight, are briefly explored.
The discourse moves through the spectrum of Qur’an...2021-04-281h 11Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriTransformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 3The third segment continues with specific questions directed at Shaykh Fadhlalla and a panel of respondents who illustrate the multidimensional nature of the Qur’anic revelation. Shaykh Fadhlalla reiterates the need to cultivate the appropriate attitudes and courtesy in approaching the Qur’an. The Qur’an is directly revealed knowledge that relates earthly appearances and connections with the infinite unseen: it is about guidance and hence requires a special attitude. The key to awakening with the Qur’an is trust and acceptance in the prophetic access to supernatural insight - into the evident nature and the inner workings of man. If...2021-04-121h 27Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriTransformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 2In this second episode, Shaykh Fadhlalla responds to questions related to transformation through the Qur’an. This is a wide presentation of several major topics, including the map of reality; the Qur’an as the multidimensional book of guidance; the interplay of the two essential zones or aspects of existence; the diverse and complementary dynamics in combining the heavenly and earthly aspects of humanity; the meaning of service; appropriate action; and awakening. Shaykh Fadhlalla describes the means and modes that lead any seeker toward reconciling and balancing the duality, and the way in which the leading light of the hear...2021-04-051h 13Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriTransformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 1This series presents selected recordings from various gatherings where Shaykh Fadhlalla addresses and responds to essential themes and issues related to transformation, application and awakening through the Qur’an. This episode emphasizes the fundamental dynamics of transformation. By examining key words from the Qur’an and unfolding their meanings, Shaykh Fadhlalla indicates the appropriate prescriptions relevant to applying the essential Prophetic map. Various elements of classical Sufi teaching, history and culture contour the fundamental theme of this discourse: awakening to truth and fulfillment of the purpose of human life. Related topics include human cosmology; the inner senses; head to hear...2021-03-3050 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriInterview Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri & Voice of the Cape Radio: Part 2 – Islam and TransformationIn this Interview Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses in greater depth the inner meanings and transformative elements of the Islamic path as he wrote about it in the publication Transformative Worship in Islam, Experiencing Perfecion. The essence of any path is awakening to the zone of higher consciousness. In this discussion, Shaykh Fadhlalla presents aspects of the transformative dynamics built into Islamic practice and traditions. The book is a crystallization of the knowledge transmitted by various great beings and the insights each had into transformative worship. It explores key metaphors and traditions at the base of the Islamic path: The Adamic...2021-03-2322 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriInterview Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri & Voice of the Cape Radio: Part 1 – Decree, Destiny and Spiritual Biography.In this two part interview series hosted by Shafique Morton, Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses various elements of his biography, the prophetic path and specific book publications. In this segment, Shaykh Fadhlalla describes his upbringing, early life experiences and his travels around the world in pursuit of knowledge and truth. He reflects on various essential questions: “What is the end of material pursuits? What is death? How can one maintain a state of durable happiness irrespective of circumstance?”. Some themes weaved into the discussion include: Essential Islam; the meaning of transformation and fulfillment; Decree and Destiny; the interplay between tradition and mode...2021-03-1522 min
The Matthew Green PodcastShaykh Fadhlalla Haeri on Sufi psychology, mystical experience, and the process of spiritual transformationIn this unique collaboration, Matthew appears as a guest interviewer on the channel of Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri, a fifth generation Sufi master, philosopher and author, to learn what Sufi psychology has to say about the process of healing. Matthew and Shaykh Fadhlalla begin by discussing some of Shaykh Fadhllah's extraordinary life story, from his family's origins in the holy Iraqi city of Kerbala, to his later spiritual studies under a guru in India, and his life's work to make Islamic teachings more widely accessible. They discuss the role of mystical states in expanding awareness, and the relationship between...2021-02-201h 08Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran: A manual for living- Part 10 of 10The final talk is a summary and overview of the series. In an overarching manner, a variety of the essential issues related to the Qur’anic manual for living have been covered. One of the central directives of the series has been to present the means of imbibing and living the Qur’anic manual and the essential message of the Qur’an. The concluding talk covers three issues: the purpose of existence and creation; the meaning of death and the hereafter; and resurrection. Shaykh Fadhlalla begins by presenting a wide array of key verses relating to various dimensions of creati...2021-01-1831 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran: A manual for living- Part 8 of 10This Segment specifically explores the nature and meaning of the path, Din of Islam and the Qur’anic manual of transformation. At the essence of all paths is submission, submission to truth at all levels. The Qur’an discloses keys to the essential issues of life: Where is it? how is it? Everything is emerging from the singularity yet what is the interplay between the inner and outer? The Absolute and the relative. In this talk, Shaykh Fadhlalla weaves through the tapestries of the Qur’anic manual of existence. Key themes include: Resonance with the divine qualities; Relative justice and Di...2020-12-1522 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran: A manual for living- Part 7 of 10This Segment focuses on the meaning of Unity and centers around select aspects of Qur’anic reflections on Unity and Multiplicity emphasizing essential pervasive Oneness. Shaykh Fadhlalla briefly explores the essence of all paths relevant to the unfolding thread of Unity with special reference to the Abrahamic teachings and many occurrences of prophetic lights echoing the message of Unity culminating into the light of Islam. Further Shaykh Fadhlallah discusses the purpose of the earthly journey as an unfolding into knowledge, and direct awareness of prevalent truth, providing various key sketches that contour the path. Some of these include: the Ad...2020-12-1120 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran: A manual for living- Part 4 of 10This segment pivots around the centrality of Divine Unity. The Qur’anic universal cosmology and the attributes are further discussed relevant to sentiency, consciousness and an evolutionary unfolding of expansive life. The Qur’anic metaphors relevant to the emergence of human consciousness and nature are given detailed attention in presenting a spiritual cosmology that indicates the local dynamics of contrasting dualities and complements, which always have their root in cosmic unity. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents various key Qur’anic verses which indicate the meaning of a fulfilled life, and provide clear means for applying and navigating of the maps of realit...2020-11-0230 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran: A manual for living- Part 3 of 10This segment is the core of the series in which the central theme is the Divine Reality. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents various key questions in framing this discourse: ‘Who is Alllah?’, ‘Where is Allah?’, ‘How can we access Allah’s presence?’. This talk presents an essential overview of the Qur’anic cosmology. The ineffable nature of the divine cannot be described or contained, however the Qur’an provides snapshots, allusions and indications. This talk covers tasbih and tajreed (similarity and incomparability) and various approaches for relating to the divine attributes and qualities are discussed in parallel with the degrees of Unity. The meaning...2020-10-2731 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran: A manual for living- Part 2 of 10The second segment of the series revolves around the history of the Qur’an and its purpose. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents a brief sketch of the unfolding of divine knowledge as it was understood by the peoples of the Middle East and the continuity of the prophetic consciousness, culminating in the Prophet Muhammad. The Qur’an as the book of Guidance and Reality, and the nature of divine revelation and inspiration is explored. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents aspects of Qur’anic sciences with specific reference to the historical context of its compilation and its development into a bound manuscript. This talk conclu...2020-09-2930 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran: A manual for living- Part 1 of 10In the introductory talk to this series Shaykh Fadhlalla presents a blueprint of the key issues in human life as disclosed by the Qur’an. The relevance of the Qur’an in the evolution of human consciousness and the evolving quest for reality and insights into the purpose of life, the nature of the human being and an optimum way of life are briefly discussed as a prelude to introducing the wider body of themes presented in the series. These talks emphasize some fundamental issues expounded by the Qur’an: The Qur’anic sciences and approaches to the Qur’an; the na...2020-09-2224 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 9 of 9This short yet rich conclusion to the series in which Shaykh Fadhlalla shares his views on the purpose of life and our role in this world. In an overarching style, Shaykh Fadhlalla briefly overviews various interplays and patterns that govern life and that we experience as we progress through our sojourn in the relative world. Various key insights into the nature of the two zones and the designs of the self are discussed. The challenges that face our time toward real spiritual progress are briefly engaged. Various indications are given in dealing with the natural fluctuations of the self...2020-09-1511 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 8 of 9This segment is an adjoining segment to the previous episode providing a distillation of the overall topics covered. The specific focus of this episode revolves around worship, the internal and external journey, the various aspects of the self via the classical Sufi terminology and classification in grading the self in its evolution. The issue of self-abandonment and awakening is considered with continued reference to the two zones model and the contrasting criterion relevant to appropriate navigation in straddling the spectrum of consciousness. The issue of an education process for the path against the contemporary backdrop and some of the...2020-09-0835 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 7 of 9This episode evolves several themes from the previous with detail and emphasis on the relationship between Shar’iah (boundaries) and Haqqiqah (reality). The dialogue frames the original din and the context in which the transmission of the original path was born briefly overviewing the language, culture and way of the arabs of the sixth century. The discussion of the diversity of Islamic people’s manner and external formulations in transmitting the path is also explored. The Madhab system and its inception are overviewed and the basic structure in which the teaching bodies traditionally occurred. The central theme is the issu...2020-09-0126 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 6 of 9Chapter six continues the thread of interplay of the two zones of consciousness. The pivot theme of this segment is relatedness and relationships at various levels. The evolutionary movement in human life and the development of drives and faculties is utilized to present the model of rising consciousness. Questions relevant to behavior, partnership, family unit and ultimate relatedness to the God Consciousness are used to model the interplay between key relationships: The absolute and the relative; responsibility, duty and the drive towards existential endeavor and fulfillment with the dynamics of inner well beingness. The key element in this presentation...2020-08-2513 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 5 of 9In this Chapter of the series the dialogue moves towards exploring the emergence of prophetic consciousness in tandem with the evolution of human consciousness and history. The advent of the prophet Abraham, whose message reflected a unique distilled message of Oneness and the evolution of this message and the occurrence of countless other prophets and the masters across various cultures echoing the same essential truth. Further, locating the culmination of the Muhammadi path as the distillation of the prophetic message and the unity of prophecy. The dialogue continues in evaluating Islamic spirituality and the dispersion of the Islamic expansion...2020-08-1824 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 4 of 9In this episode, the dialogue departs from the point of the human drive and desire for goodness and wellness at every level. With special attention directed towards appropriate modes of action and behavior that facilitates the natural movement towards goodness and higher consciousness. Various key approaches to the science of the self and the models of classical Sufi masters are introduced and discussed in this segment with special emphasis on the self - soul interface and the nature of spiritual growth. The special nature of modern conditioning and the type of personality structure developed by contemporary culture is a...2020-08-1129 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 3 of 9In the third episode of the interview series, the theme of human composition is explored in detail. The four interlinking worlds that make up a human evolutionary biography are discussed and mapped in tandem with natural drives and desires present in the unfolding of human life. The uniqueness of human consciousness is presented relevant to the innate capacity and potential towards higher awareness and consciousness. The centrality of the heart is also introduced as the key in wholesome growth and transformation. Various essential issues regarding the application of Islamic spirituality is introduced emphasizing and describing the nature and necessity...2020-08-0428 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 2 of 9The second episode of the recorded interview series with Shaykh Fadhlalla. In this segment, issues relevant to the fundamental driving forces and motivations are further evlaborated. Exploring with greater detail the questions of ‘Who am I,’ ‘Who is Allah,’ ‘What is death’. ‘What is the desire to go beyond limitations?’ A broad map of reality is overviewed with a special focus on the micro reality of the human being as the reflection of the macro reality of the cosmos. The theme of Human cosmology and make up is introduced both regarding bio-evolutionary mapping and a psycho-social development arc of an evolving self...2020-07-2842 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHeart to Heart: Episode 1 of 9The Introductory segment on wide ranging series of discussions with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri. Exploring a range of key topics and issues revolving around Islam, Sufism, Reality and the keys to wholesome and fulfilled life as per living the fullness of the essential Muhammadi Path.
In part one Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses some of the key moments relevant to his biography and search for truth and reality. Drawing parallels to naturals stages in the arc of human life and the natural drive towards truth and higher consciousness. This as a prelude to exploring various fundamental questions such ‘Who am I’...2020-07-2235 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriInner Striving and Joy Are InseparableIn this discourse, Shaykh Fadhlalla begins by reflecting upon several of the major paradoxes and challenges facing human beings today. In a precise yet overarching manner the challenges of modernity, history and the evolvements In the civilization of the Islamic peoples in contrast to western society is considered. The wider elements of the materialistic world culture and the dominant social forces in the modern arena are discussed in presenting a framework for discerning and accessing the meanings of the current status quo on the variety of collective and individual issues facing human beings today. That is the application and...2020-07-1428 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriGateways to Enlightenment : Episode 4 – Ihsan, Excellence and ContentmentThe final talk in the series presents the Gateway of ihsan- the station of contentment or excellence, makam al’ihsan. The previous three talks emphasized the modes and means of completing humanity, how to perfect the science of acceptance and willful surrender, the completion of Islam. Further evolving into the refinement of awareness, perception and watchfulness, perfecting Iman, faith and trust in the totality and the Unicity of reality. Thus, culminating in ihsan: the threshold of being. The key themes explored in this talk are the nature of selfless service and its parameters, perfected resonance with truth and the me...2020-07-0737 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriGateways to Enlightenment : Episode 3 – RefinementThe first two talks in this series cover the complementary opposites which serve as the foundation of creation and the dualities all human beings encounter in the journey of transformation. First, is to avoid evil, that which retards development and enlightenment. We make hijra from that which is unacceptable. In doing so, one becomes conscious of niyyah, ‘intention’ and can learn to use this such that action is constantly directed in their highest possible direction, at numerous different levels. Having departed that which is not conducive and brought about goodness, and wholesomeness into awareness, the traveler arises at a Dang...2020-06-3033 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriGateways to Enlightenment : Episode 2 – Intention ‘Niyyah’The second in the series talk in this series begins by a short over view of the previous path way: Hijra – departure, severance from that which is not conducive. There are many stages and degrees of departure and turning away along the arc of human evolvement. This naturally links with the nature of intention and action which is the focus of this discourse: right intention ‘Niyyah’ and good action. Like hijra, niyyah occurs at numerous different levels along the path of true transformation. There are numerous levels of indications relevant to purified intention in the Prophetic teaching. The prophetic profil...2020-06-2329 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriGateways to Enlightenment : Episode 1 – Hij’raIntroducing the series titled Gateways to enlightenment. These talks cover modern approaches and indications in moving from information to transformation; broken down for ease of understanding into four gateways of enlightenment. The first of these doors is hijra: to cut off, cut back, or leave behind. This cutting or leaving occurs at numerous levels. It includes physically moving, but the inner meaning is to do with departing from the movements and activity of the mind: mental habits and thoughts. Turning away from the assumptions of the personality, tendencies and attachments. Hijra is, in fact a perpetual process. Fears and...2020-06-1629 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Direct: Episode 7–Tawhid & TransformationIn the setting of a Friday Jum’ah lecture. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents the two of fundamental elements of the Muhammdi path: Tawhid ‘Oneness’ and Transformation.
The discourse begins by emphasizing the responsibility that accompanies inheriting the vast well of illumined knowledge borne from the prophetic teaching, Qur’an and continuum of Muhammadi masters. Further moving into essential descriptions of the Adamic nature and multidimensionality of human reality and the nature of the Qur’an as the clear mirror and guide book reflecting cosmic patterns and realities throughout existence and within man. The interplay between the human being and the Qu...2020-06-0931 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Direct: Episode 6–Transformative WorshipIn this discourse Shaykh Fadhlalla elaborates on the fundamentals and basis of transformative worship as the essence of living the Muhammadi Path. The talk begins with an overview of Language and culture, highlighting the contrast between modernity and the age of prophecy. Shaykh Fadhlalla further elaborates on the fundamentals of the path. The difference between information and transformation is stressed along with the unique way in which the Islamic path must be relayed and taught in accordance with the contemporary age. The talks spans across a series of relevant keys to transformative practice Including: the essence and meanings of ‘Sa...2020-05-0631 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Direct: Episode 5–Commentary and reflections on Surah Inshirah ‘The Expansion’This two part commentary explores the layers and meanings of this short early Meccan Surah. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents the web of connections that indicates the key Qur’anic indications of the path of the heart. Several key classical Arabic terms and roots coupled with the concordances in from parts of the Qur’an are highlighted. In the natural thread of the meccan verses, the themes prevalent relate to reality, the human condition and the purpose of life. As per its title: ‘The Expansion’ this surah focuses on the facets of this essential dynamic of life in contrast with its opposite...2020-04-2829 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Direct: Episode 4- Commentary on Surah Zilzal and QariahThis discourse is a combination of reflection and commentary overviewing three surahs from the final chapter of the Qur’an: Al Zilzal The earthquake, Al Adiyat The Chargers, Al Qar’iah The Calamity . Shaykh Fadhlallah begins by introducing and exploring the nature of Authority and its dynamics from both a cosmic and local perspective as reflected in the Qur’an, which is regarded as ‘the Authority’ on the Muhammadi path. The appropriate historical, sociological and linguistic modes of approaching the Qur’an are explored in relation to its spectrum of meanings. The speaker demonstrates this approach in a distilled presentation...2020-04-1534 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Direct: Episode 3- The 4 QulsThis discourse is a Qur’anic commentary overviewing four key Surah’s in the last chapter of the Qur’an commonly referred to as the ‘Qul’s’. The Qur’anic disclosures repeatedly reflect the link between the seen and unseen, relative and absolute. These four-short surah’s considered to be foundational and fundamental in the Muhammadi path focus on the nature of Reality and Truth. Shaykh Fadhlalla highlights the arabic key words in these short surah’s and the dimensions and meanings surrounding exploring these terms and linguistic roots. Various reflections relating to practice on the essential Islamic path are interweaved wi...2020-04-0735 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Direct: Episode 2- Surah FatihaIn this intimate discourse, Shaykh Fadhlalla interweaves a wide range of narratives, reflections amidst the multifaceted insights held within opening chapter of the Qur’an: Al Fatiha. The discourse commences with the arc of social history and developments in humanity, framing the context surrounding the pre-settlement nomadic peoples of the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern basin with the special focus on the nature of prophecy and its relatability to the rise of human consciousness and the Qur’anic unveilings. Further various contemporary models are used to present language that relates to some of the Qur’anic essential maps titled: Oneness and Dualit...2020-03-271h 04Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriQuran Direct: Episode 1 - Qurans Ultimate DisclosuresThis discourse is a distillation of the essential foundation and message of the Qur’an. Several brief descriptions are explored in presenting the multifaceted nature of the Qur’anic unveilings. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents four primary themes in this fundamental disclosure of Qur’anic lights: Beginning with centrality and core of Oneness, the ineffability of the cosmic nature and essence. The second is a synthesis on the nature of duality and the varieties and combinations of dualities that are emergent from source consciousness. Several aspects of the nature of complementarity and oppositions that occur in dual cycles and pairs are furthe...2020-03-1733 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriHuman ConsciousnessThis talk is taken from an informal gathering hosted under the umbrella of The Academy of Self Knowledge. Shaykh Fadhlallah provides a brushstroke overview of the major topics to be covered in an extended retreat in Britain. The talk begins by reflecting over several contemporary issues, such as the modern world system, the economic system and its social reality, man in the history of both the evolution of life on earth and the cosmos’, the nature of consciousness. This serves as an introduction for the narrowing of the presentation, engaging upon several key derivative issues from the theme: Human co...2020-02-251h 16Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriMuslim AwakeningThis intimate reflective discourse, Shaykh Fadhlallah engages several of the cores issues relevant to living the spiritual path. He elaborates on the basic nature of the mind in human cosmology as an interspace between the seen and unseen, exploring the necessity and foundation of practicing reason and rationality whilst exploring the key driving force in human life. That is to go beyond the boundaries of mental movements and projections into stillness. The basis of moving into the transcendent is explored. Reflections examining the heart as the spiritual center of the human being, and the means and modes of a...2020-02-1822 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriWhat Does It Mean To Be A Sufi In The XXI CenturyAudio of a webinar on 25 January 2020 with Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri (South Africa), Issa Baba (Turkey) and Shaykh Saadi (Neil Douglas-Klotz, Scotland). Organized by the Beyond Initiative of the Dances of Universal Peace. Interviewers: Arjun Calero (Columbia) and Aziz Dixon (England).2020-01-281h 31Shaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 3- Clip 4 of 4This final segment of talks ends the Practices that enhance life series. The talk serves as an introduction to an open house session in which questions are posed to the speaker. Foundational themes are reflected in this distilled presentation: The reality of cosmic Unity as the essence of life, the drive towards unison and different modes in which this arc operates regarding discernable and subtle fields of consciousness. Various descriptions of the self-soul model are further reflected as an elaboration on the practical mechanism and function of the model. Key insights and descriptions are engaged regarding further unpacking the...2019-12-2623 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 3- Clip 3 of 4This final segment of talks ends the Practices that enhance life series. The talk serves as an introduction to an open house session in which questions are posed to the speaker. Foundational themes are reflected in this distilled presentation: The reality of cosmic Unity as the essence of life, the drive towards unison and different modes in which this arc operates regarding discernable and subtle fields of consciousness. Various descriptions of the self-soul model are further reflected as an elaboration on the practical mechanism and function of the model. Key insights and descriptions are engaged regarding further unpacking the...2019-12-2617 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 3- Clip 2 of 4This final segment of talks ends the Practices that enhance life series. The talk serves as an introduction to an open house session in which questions are posed to the speaker. Foundational themes are reflected in this distilled presentation: The reality of cosmic Unity as the essence of life, the drive towards unison and different modes in which this arc operates regarding discernable and subtle fields of consciousness. Various descriptions of the self-soul model are further reflected as an elaboration on the practical mechanism and function of the model. Key insights and descriptions are engaged regarding further unpacking the...2019-12-2615 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 3- Clip 1 of 4This final segment of talks ends the Practices that enhance life series. The talk serves as an introduction to an open house session in which questions are posed to the speaker. Foundational themes are reflected in this distilled presentation: The reality of cosmic Unity as the essence of life, the drive towards unison and different modes in which this arc operates regarding discernable and subtle fields of consciousness. Various descriptions of the self-soul model are further reflected as an elaboration on the practical mechanism and function of the model. Key insights and descriptions are engaged regarding further unpacking the...2019-12-2614 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 2- Clip 5 of 5The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the r...2019-06-1120 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 2- Clip 4 of 5 The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the ra...2019-06-1121 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 2- Clip 3 of 5 The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the ra...2019-06-1119 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 2- Clip 2 of 5 The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the ra...2019-06-1121 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 2- Clip 1 of 5The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the r...2019-06-1124 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 1- Clip 5 of 5The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the r...2019-06-1120 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 1- Clip 4 of 5 The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the ra...2019-06-1119 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 1- Clip 3 of 5The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the r...2019-06-1115 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 1- Clip 2 of 5 The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the ra...2019-06-1124 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriPractices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 1- Clip 1 of 5 The segments are recording from a workshop setting titled Practices that enhance life.
Part one to four elaborates a necessary context that presents a cosmological foundation rooted in the Islamic and Sufi approach to knowledge of the self, and the universal applicability of these maps. In a broad stroke overview the sketches of character grooming, various key forces in life, interplay of dualities, the Spheres of Divine presence are considered regarding the basic self-soul model of existence. Various other issues, regarding evolution of the self and the hierarchy of maturation, development of the mental dimensions and the ra...2019-06-1123 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriThe Perpetual Now by Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri"A tree is a good metaphor for indicating the dynamic manifestation of Reality in every moment.
From the 'Root of Oneness', creation occurs as dispersion. This occurs over time as well as in every moment. Ordinarily, we don't experience the amazing inseparability in our consciousness of how Oneness becomes sunlight and water and how these become the flower and how the flower the beautiful fragrance. They are seamlessly connected. There are many different strands that we can follow to explain this Unitive Totality. The most universally understandable is through the description of the experience of the Now.
2019-05-0818 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriRefinement of Character: 8- RelationshipsIn this ground-breaking series of talks, Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri presents a map for refinement of character in the Prophetic tradition as an essential step to Enlightenment and Connection with the One, unhindered by reflections of the lower self. Shaykh Fadhlallah unravels the mystery of such Prophetic refinement and presents a path which can be followed with clarity and ease, should the student of Enlightenment wish to discover the Bliss it presents.
The Discourses on Refinement of Character reflect a wide-ranging array of interpersonal, multidimensional, and psycho-spiritual frameworks, methods and models. Presented in the arena of t...2019-04-1515 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriRefinement of Character: 7- Personality and Character - Part 2In this ground-breaking series of talks, Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri presents a map for refinement of character in the Prophetic tradition as an essential step to Enlightenment and Connection with the One, unhindered by reflections of the lower self. Shaykh Fadhlallah unravels the mystery of such Prophetic refinement and presents a path which can be followed with clarity and ease, should the student of Enlightenment wish to discover the Bliss it presents.
The Discourses on Refinement of Character reflect a wide-ranging array of interpersonal, multidimensional, and psycho-spiritual frameworks, methods and models. Presented in the arena of t...2019-04-1505 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriRefinement of Character: 6- Personality and Character -- Part 1In this ground-breaking series of talks, Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri presents a map for refinement of character in the Prophetic tradition as an essential step to Enlightenment and Connection with the One, unhindered by reflections of the lower self. Shaykh Fadhlallah unravels the mystery of such Prophetic refinement and presents a path which can be followed with clarity and ease, should the student of Enlightenment wish to discover the Bliss it presents.
The Discourses on Refinement of Character reflect a wide-ranging array of interpersonal, multidimensional, and psycho-spiritual frameworks, methods and models. Presented in the arena of t...2019-04-1517 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriRefinement of Character: 5- Grooming and Evolvement of the Lower SelfIn this ground-breaking series of talks, Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri presents a map for refinement of character in the Prophetic tradition as an essential step to Enlightenment and Connection with the One, unhindered by reflections of the lower self. Shaykh Fadhlallah unravels the mystery of such Prophetic refinement and presents a path which can be followed with clarity and ease, should the student of Enlightenment wish to discover the Bliss it presents.
The Discourses on Refinement of Character reflect a wide-ranging array of interpersonal, multidimensional, and psycho-spiritual frameworks, methods and models. Presented in the arena of t...2019-04-1517 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriRefinement of Character: 4- Human Nature and Composition Part 2In this ground-breaking series of talks, Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri presents a map for refinement of character in the Prophetic tradition as an essential step to Enlightenment and Connection with the One, unhindered by reflections of the lower self. Shaykh Fadhlallah unravels the mystery of such Prophetic refinement and presents a path which can be followed with clarity and ease, should the student of Enlightenment wish to discover the Bliss it presents.
The Discourses on Refinement of Character reflect a wide-ranging array of interpersonal, multidimensional, and psycho-spiritual frameworks, methods and models. Presented in the arena of t...2019-04-1517 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriRefinement of Character: 3- Human Nature and Composition Part 1In this ground-breaking series of talks, Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri presents a map for refinement of character in the Prophetic tradition as an essential step to Enlightenment and Connection with the One, unhindered by reflections of the lower self. Shaykh Fadhlallah unravels the mystery of such Prophetic refinement and presents a path which can be followed with clarity and ease, should the student of Enlightenment wish to discover the Bliss it presents.
The Discourses on Refinement of Character reflect a wide-ranging array of interpersonal, multidimensional, and psycho-spiritual frameworks, methods and models. Presented in the arena of t...2019-04-1509 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriRefinement of Character: 2- Introduction Part 2In this ground-breaking series of talks, Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri presents a map for refinement of character in the Prophetic tradition as an essential step to Enlightenment and Connection with the One, unhindered by reflections of the lower self. Shaykh Fadhlallah unravels the mystery of such Prophetic refinement and presents a path which can be followed with clarity and ease, should the student of Enlightenment wish to discover the Bliss it presents.
The Discourses on Refinement of Character reflect a wide-ranging array of interpersonal, multidimensional, and psycho-spiritual frameworks, methods and models. Presented in the arena of t...2019-04-1517 minShaykh Fadhlalla HaeriRefinement of Character: 1- Introduction Part 1In this ground-breaking series of talks, Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri presents a map for refinement of character in the Prophetic tradition as an essential step to Enlightenment and Connection with the One, unhindered by reflections of the lower self. Shaykh Fadhlallah unravels the mystery of such Prophetic refinement and presents a path which can be followed with clarity and ease, should the student of Enlightenment wish to discover the Bliss it presents.
The Discourses on Refinement of Character reflect a wide-ranging array of interpersonal, multidimensional, and psycho-spiritual frameworks, methods and models. Presented in the arena of the Original M...2019-04-1517 min