Rumi Jalal al-Din Rumi (d. 1273), also called by the honorific Mawlana (Our Master), is a jurist, poet and one of the leading luminaries of Sufism. His masterpiece, the Masnavi-ye Manavi (Spiritual Couplets), is a didactic
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Rumi’s son, Sultan Valad said that Rumi used to pray to meet one of God’s hidden saints and then be transformed by him. Rumi’s prayer was answered when he met a wandering dervish named Sham-I Tabriz, who became the perfect mirror to his soul and transformed him from educated scholar to ecstatic mystic.
Rumi’s poetry is widely considered one of the great masterpieces of Islamic literature. This talk served as a deep introduction to Rumi’s masterpiece, by taking the audience inside the main teachings and structure of the Masnavi.
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Rumi Forum’s 2024 Annual Gala and Dialogue Awards Ceremony marked the Forum’s 25th anniversary. This milestone reflects a quarter-century of dedication to fostering understanding, compassion, and peace through dialogue. Our evening was filled with inspiring speakers, heartfelt performances, and the celebration of individuals who embody the values of inclusivity and unity.
Rumi Forum Kentucky Hosts International Communities of Kentucky Reception International Communities of Kentucky Reception was held in Frankfort, Kentucky on February 23rd. From the bluff on which the Berry Hill Mansion sits you can look down on Frankfort’s Capitol Rotunda.