Events
The Mystical Teachings of Rumi with Imam Bilal Hyde
Apr 22 2010 - May 13 2010
EVENT DETAILS
Thursday Evening Series
April 22 - May 13
7:15PM - 9:15PM
CIIS Main Building
$125
Weekend Intensive
May 1 & 2
9:00AM - 12:30PM
CIIS Main Building
$125
$235 for both Series and Intensive
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
Through his inspiring and moving verses, Jelaluddin Rumi, the thirteenth century Sufi mystic, has become one of the bestselling poets of the twentieth-century. Rumi is the founder of the Mevlevi Sufis, also known as the whirling dervishes, who consider his massive work, the Masnavi, to be mystical commentary on the Qu'ran, Islam's holy book. Born in Afghanistan, he was a teacher and scholar of Islam and Sufism, and experienced a spiritual awakening when he met his teacher Shams-i-Tabriz. Through the centuries, many religious traditions have respected Rumi for the love and inspiration that poured from him.
In this workshop, participants will learn of Rumi's teachings through close study of the Masnavi and, by exploring this great Sufi saint, gain a deeper mystical understanding of their own soul's unfolding. This class is intended for anyone who has been inspired by Rumi's work and is curious to delve into the deeper dimensions of his teachings and its applications to life.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Imam Bilal Hyde has pursued traditional Sufism for thirty years, studying in Sudan, Egypt, and Ethiopia. He trained as an imam in Mecca and Medina. He lives with his wife and daughters in Albany, California, and currently teaches Qur'anic recitation. He has served as the imam at San Quentin State Prison and at several Sufi orders. He teaches classes on the inner meanings of the Qur'an and leads retreats throughout the U.S.
This course is available for one unit of academic credit to CIIS students.
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