Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Foundation
Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri
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The SFH Foundation seeks to provide information about reality and our purpose and role in the quest for fulfillment and happiness. Every human being is a soul or spirit far greater than the limitations of the space and time in which it experiences life.
The SFH Foundation strives to share this way of enlightened being through its publications, video and audio recordings and seminars.
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May 10, 2021
Johannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 3 of 3- Surah Hadid
Talk 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 news and warning recurrent throughout this Surah. The dual nature of the self is reflected through multiple means and various maps are indicated in addressing these diverse conditions. This surah represents a universal model disclosing patterns that exist between Individuals and collectives and fundamentally between self and soul.
The emphatic theme throughout is the condition and purification of the heart. A detailed description of the stages in which the heart is deadened to its essence and how non-reality can solidify is presented. Equally, the classical model of steps to purification based on various teachings that engender and smooth this process is also provided. The various descriptions and prescriptions highlighted within the verses are brought into focus as means for deeper reflection and aid for inner constancy, awareness and sensitivity. The meaning of association and otherness (shirk) is a key point of consideration in conjunction with the condition of the heart.
The final section is related to understanding the deceptive nature of the world and the appropriate prescriptions and actions relevant to successfully establishing inner equilibrium and the nature and types of Guidance. Shaykh Fadhlalla also provides an extended description of decree and destiny. A vast array of Qur’anic references and teachings, spanning the horizons of the Semitic cultures and traditions, are included along with various pointed and sobering reflections on modernity and contemporary secularism.
May 3, 2021
Johannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 2 of 3- Surah Hadid
Talk 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.
This talk covers the first four tiers: what is creation and existence; what is the nature of the path; where and what are the sign posts; the path of action and liberation - how to free oneself from oneself and the next zone, akhira. In introducing this discourse, Shaykh Fadhlalla cites examples throughout history of people who have awakened to Oneness and contrasts this with the general drift of civilization and cultures. The purpose of life is to become One.
A feature of these lectures is the in-depth reflection on various Qur’anic key terms and roots. Additionally, key themes include: a critical view of history and the evolution of traditions and culture; free will and determinism; and the developmental stages of the seeker. A central topic in this discourse is living presence and purification of the heart. Shaykh Fadhlalla delineates various subtle dynamics of self-soul interplay, indicating how these micro realties reflect in the macro, evidenced in modern society and evolution of essential knowledge and tradition. Further his contemporary model of the primary forces in life: consciousness, connectedness, and continuity is considered throughout the discourse. Interspersed throughout is a wide array of prophetic teachings, Sufi lore and allegory, lending to a rich offering.
Apr 28, 2021
Johannesburg Sufi Centre Extended commentaries on the Qur’an: Talk 1 of 3- Intro & Surah Al A’la
This 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’anic study both in terms of the material produced by classical interpreters and the etiquette relevant to the classical study of the Qur’an. The nature of classical language is a major theme. Focus is drawn to the socio-cultural elements that mold the ancient languages and the relevance of understanding them for contemporary seekers. The classical Arabs lived a nomadic life, intertwined with the vast silence of the desert and had a specific means of survival. The unveiling of the Qur’an had an incredible impact on their vision of reality and understanding of the nature and destiny of the human being.
How best to study linguistic roots and key words in the Qur’an is explained in detail. Shaykh Fadhlalla weaves his insights together with various prophetic traditions, allegories and an array of subtle keys, prescriptions and interpretations drawn from the Muhammadi Masters, presenting the appropriate aids for navigation for the seeker looking to enjoy the amazing connections between humanity and divinity, as represented in the Qur’an.
Apr 12, 2021
Transformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 3
The 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 one can cultivate patience with the unfolding layers of meaning and logic, it reveals itself.
Various knowledge and sciences have developed historically that form part of the ecology of Qur’anic study. This presentation details briefly some of these and various linguistic approaches and issues, paralleled with an overview of the historical context of revelation and socio-cultural changes within the constant human quest for meaning and light. Additional themes include: approaching sha’riah, it’s meaning and its purpose in living correctly and in harmony; micro and macro dynamics; cycles, orbits, opposites and complements presented in the Qur’anic disclosures as related to scientific discoveries, time and non-time and the interspace of existence; and the central theme of alignment with the Divine Will. Shaykh Fadhlalla presents various prescriptive keys, emphasizing honesty, accountability and indicating the web of unified interconnection in which all these dynamics fit and coalesce in the way of faith, trust and abandonment. Awakening is a process of displacement. This is the source of all addictions: losing the self into the light of the soul.
Apr 5, 2021
Transformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 2
In 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 heart may be brought forth. This knowledge is presented with various injunctions intended to cultivate the appropriate attitude and virtue in applying the directives of the Prophetic map, which facilitate smooth entry through the doorways of transformation.
The courtesy required to approach the language of the Qur’an in order to resonate with its lights and meanings is a theme throughout. Various key classical Arabic phrases and words are discussed as windows into the transformative dimensions of the Qur’an. Shaykh Fadhlalla unravels the multi-layer meanings of many words and verses as he presents the tapestry of living trust (Iman), perfected submission (Islam), and resonance with Divine Consciousness. Additionally, a host of Prophetic traditions are interspersed throughout, in combination with various classical Sufi teachings and pointed commentaries on socio-political history as it contrasts with the modern and Islamic world.
Mar 30, 2021
Transformation Through Qur’an Series: Part 1
This 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 heart balance and resonance; the spectrum of consciousness and unifying the micro and the macro. The meaning of appropriateness, real honesty and various other keys for evolving insight are described. Woven into this discourse are various socio-political reflections evaluating the development of modern culture, the Middle East and the meaning of essential Islam in our current age.
Mar 23, 2021
Interview Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri & Voice of the Cape Radio: Part 2 – Islam and Transformation
In 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 Metaphor, fasting, purification, and the different dimensions of prayer. The challenge of relating traditional knowledge in and to modernity is a key feature of this discussion. The core of the Muhammadi path is resonance and awakening to the Unitive essence of existence, whilst appropriately dealing with dualities, combining humanity and divinity in the totality of Unity.
Mar 15, 2021
Interview 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 modernity; and living Islam. This recording includes key personal recollections of meetings with spiritual luminaries, and various insights into the primary drive in existence toward Oneness and the integration of self and soul.
Jan 18, 2021
Quran: A manual for living- Part 10 of 10
The 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 creation, the cosmic picture of the universe, the building blocks of life on earth, and the vast web of connections between cosmic and finite existences. The Qur’anic cosmology of reality is central to this talk. The interplay between actions, qualities, dualities and the all-encompassing cosmic essence contours all the key themes of this presentation with various reflections on the nature of time and non-time and the rise of human consciousness. The role of the human being in the panorama of life and existence is discussed. Various traditions, teachings and practices which can help adjust our attitudes, refine our awareness and focus in order moving along the map of existence are shared. This life is a bridge into the next zone of experience. Ultimately the purpose of human life is coming to know, adore and love the qualities, designs and presence of the timeless essence. To free oneself from oneself and live the way of perfected trust, total accountability, and unified action whilst constantly calibrating with Divine Consciousness.
Jan 11, 2021
Quran: A manual for living- Part 9 of 10
This segment focuses on the interdependent relations between individuals, communities, societies, and nations; exploring the meaning of harmony and health between and within each. All human beings are Adamic beings. We are all driven towards security, certainty, contentment, and peace. Equally we are subject to multiplicities, differences, and constant changes and cycles of dualities. We are essentially the same in that we are all driven to know, that we all wish to rely upon a zone that is ever constant and secure, irrespective of circumstance. This talk emphasises faith, trust, and divine governance. Shaykh Fadhlallah explores the coherence between micro and macro realties, reflecting on selected Qur’anic injunctions which encompass the spectrum of the human story, the fate of nations and groups, the degrees of justice, the pathways of ruination, harmony and the essential drives that contour human experience. Various prescriptive keys relevant to action are shared, emphasizing awareness of the delicate balance in which relative experiences hinge, connect and react. The primary duty of all human beings is total accountability with constant calibration and awareness of the perfect moment and the presence of perfection – the light of Allah.
Dec 15, 2020
Quran: A manual for living- Part 8 of 10
This 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 Divine Justice; relevant keys in encountering and reforming patterns of self; gateways to mercy; the wholesome heart and personal responsibility; Unifying the inner and the outer and the perfected model of abandonment as disclosed by the prophetic teachings.
Dec 11, 2020
Quran: A manual for living- Part 7 of 10
This 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 Adamic soul; constant reference to the divine presence in self soul interplay; dualities and differentiation and witnessing the perfect moment.
Nov 23, 2020
Quran: A manual for living- Part 6 of 10
This segment revolves around the theme of prophetic beings and messengers. The talk explores the advent of prophecy and the evolutionary occurrence of various individuals relating and reflecting the message of Unity, culminating in the Qur’an and the way of the Prophet Muhammad. The meaning of prophetic consciousness, inspiration, and ‘the message’ is also explored with special attention given to various Qur’anic verses and their classical Arabic roots. This talk emphasizes and describes the essence of all prophetic messages and the way of Unity.
Nov 18, 2020
Quran: A manual for living- Part 5 of 10
This segment considers the essential designs and patterns in existence, the interrelationships between the macro and micro, and a way of life based on constant improvement of conduct disclosed in the prophetic teachings. The path of service and goodness and the purpose of prohibition are key themes in this episode relevant to developing awareness of boundaries and harmonious connections and interactions with life. Some of the key paradoxes of life are explored: the desire for freedom; the pursuit of durable fulfillment and happiness; dualities, pluralities, and Unity. The essential aspects of the ‘Din’ are related to these themes by virtue commentary on multiple Qur’anic references.
Nov 2, 2020
Quran: A manual for living- Part 4 of 10
This 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 reality and ultimately experiencing and abiding in soul consciousness.
Oct 27, 2020
Quran: A manual for living- Part 3 of 10
This 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 of glorification and existence is an important theme in this talk. The emphasis of the Qur’an and the prophetic teaching is Divine Unity. Shaykh Fadhlalla explores the intricacies of the Qur’anic cosmology, elaborating the navigations and maps that aid in understanding our drives and behavior, so that we may live correctly w…
Sep 29, 2020
Quran: A manual for living- Part 2 of 10
The 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 concludes with the fundamental message of the Qur’an, that is: Divine unity, the reality of prophethood and the universal return to essence.
Sep 22, 2020
Quran: A manual for living- Part 1 of 10
In 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 nature of revelation, the unity of humanity and cosmic cosmology, human cosmology, governance at different levels, the laws of existence, human behavior, the path of transformation, the purpose of life and the divine nature of existence.
Sep 15, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 9 of 9
This 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 in harmonizing and calibrating with the cosmic soul. The diverse challenges and various barriers encountered and how to relate to them as we progress on the path are discussed. The meaning of ih’saniyah and the drive towards uniting personal will with divine is a key feature of the closing remarks. With further elaborations revolving around the ih’saniyah station describing witness consciousness an…
Sep 8, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 8 of 9
This 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 challenges of the age in accessing real transformation and light are discussed. Shaykh Fadhlalla shares some advice and suggestions and further emphasizes the need to constantly access higher consciousness in the drive towards fulfillment and awakening. Balancing the inner and outer.
Sep 1, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 7 of 9
This 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 issue of transformation and enlightenment. The necessity for spiritual flowering balanced by appropriate relatedness and responsibilities. Shaykh Fadhlalla discusses some of the major themes relevant to transformation: These revolve around the axiomatic foundation of the Islamic path: Islam, Iman, Ih’san and its relevant meanings. These include the nature of cause…
Aug 25, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 6 of 9
Chapter 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 is the totality of reality. All interactions are sustained and governed by supreme consciousness. Shaykh Fadhlalla emphasizes the necessity and purpose of life is to be in constant reference to the higher and therefore engendering a healthy balance between the inner and outer worlds. Various threads relevant to Sufism and the Original…
Aug 18, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 5 of 9
In 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 and relevant socio-cultural issues are discussed. The central theme of this episode is the meaning and nature of the living path, various Qur’anic verses and classical Sufi teachings are relayed in exploring the intersections with various key polarities such: suffering and opening, inner referencing and the interplay between self and soul.
Aug 10, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 4 of 9
In 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 key discussion in this segment. Further Shaykh Fadhlalla presents the contrasting yet complementary keys relevant to accessing the divine potential latent in the heart without denying the sentient creature and its complex, intricate make up. The discussion is intermingled with various Prophetic traditions and Qur’anic verses emphasizing the distilled light of the pro…
Aug 3, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 3 of 9
In 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 of a strong and wholesome foundation that enables the possibility for real progress and transformation towards the higher. There are several key threads in this segment: the nature and seamlessness of Shariah (boundaries) and Haqqiqah (truth); teachers and transmission; Decree and Destiny and its relevance to cosmic laws and decree; the t…
Jul 27, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 2 of 9
The 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 at various stages. The theme of an evolution in consciousness is discussed and explored and the dual cosmology of man is elaborated in tandem with Islamic disclosures as to what is the nature of truth; where is the truth? and man’s relationship to his essence. Various scientific discoveries and the role these play in the evolution of human consciousness a…
Jul 22, 2020
Heart to Heart: Episode 1 of 9
The 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’, ‘What is it all about’ by which Shaykh Fadhlalla shares key elements of his spiritual quest relevant to the Muhammadi path and original Islam: ‘Why is it that Muslims are not thrilled and enlivened thrilled with the eternal light by the immense inheritance of knowledge and truth?’ ‘what went wrong?’ ’What is the essential message of the Islamic way and Muhammadi teachings?…
Jul 14, 2020
Inner Striving and Joy Are Inseparable
In 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 relatability of essential Islam and the revealed and distilled knowledges regarding natural patterns, cycles of life, the purpose of human life and the pathways and indications in moving along the intended arc of human evolvement. Various of these themes are explored with greater emphasis pivoting around the title of this presentation, ‘inner striving and joy…
Jul 7, 2020
Gateways to Enlightenment : Episode 4 – Ihsan, Excellence and Contentment
The 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 meanings of refined watchfulness and total instantaneous accountability. Arriving at this gate means you have done all that you can, and continue to strive to one’s utmost. The Dawn of self-knowledge - the station of ma’arifa is also discussed leading into a brief presentation on the levels of unity and the dynamics of living in full consciousness, the living aware…
Jun 30, 2020
Gateways to Enlightenment : Episode 3 – Refinement
The 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 Dangerous interspace which must be navigated with care. The third gateway to enlightenment is refinement of one’s thoughts and actions; which operates in tandem with watchfulness and witnessing. Life is a process. All of life is a work in progress and there is no end to striving. The gateway of refinement requires attention, vigilance and diligence so that o…
Jun 23, 2020
Gateways 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 profile is presented as the living model of complete harmony in intention, action and character. The living tablet of the revealed knowledges. The essential nature of intention is also explored, relevant to the interplay of opposites, and some of the subtle elements in the meeting of intention action within the human being.
All human beings end up in their ultimate destiny accordin…
Jun 16, 2020
Gateways to Enlightenment : Episode 1 – Hij’ra
Introducing 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 habits, attachments to situations always occur and remain whilst living in this world.
The dynamics of hijra is further elaborated as an essential inner quality that appears as outward action. By selecting and discussing a few specific verses from the Qur’an, Shaykh Fadhlalla describes an updated and user-friendly map for moving away from the lower self and r…
Jun 9, 2020
Quran Direct: Episode 7–Tawhid & Transformation
In 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 Qur’an is discussed. Focus is then drawn to the micro level and the basis of transformation built into the Qur’anic and prophetic way of being relevant to the arc of the human journey. The key issues relevant to living the path of transformation are then elaborated regarding several Qur’anic verses, these themes include: servantho…
May 5, 2020
Quran Direct: Episode 6–Transformative Worship
In 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 ‘Salaat’ Prayer and worship; The courtesies and etiquette that serve appropriate engagement with the facets of transformative worship; abstention and constriction and the purification of heart as the key to accessing the light of the soul. ‘Tawhid’ oneness, and the unitive dimensions of the path are emphasized. Various prophetic traditions, Qur…
Apr 28, 2020
Quran 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 quality ‘contraction’. Various of the Abrahamic and Muhammadi teachings and narratives are related in presenting the centrality of the heart as the vehicle between dual and unitive experience, the subtleties of the hearts condition, remembrance and awareness as the basis of transformation and the essential modes of purification that may aid human beings to live through and in the presence of he…
Apr 15, 2020
Quran Direct: Episode 4- Commentary on Surah Zilzal and Qariah
This 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 of these surah’s. Highlighting the windows of meaning woven into these verses and further spanning and connecting a range of topics that include the temporality of earthly life, the next phase, the singularity of truth, birth and death of the cosmos, freedom and decree in tandem with various key indications regarding the nature of the self and livin…
Apr 7, 2020
Quran Direct: Episode 3- The 4 Quls
This 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 with insights around the self, its nature and the keys that increase awareness, watchfulness and access to the light of soul.
Mar 27, 2020
Quran Direct: Episode 2- Surah Fatiha
In 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 Duality, symmetries and mirror images, shadows and lights. There forward the linguistic and subtler elements of the Fatiha are elaborated with references to a multitude of other Qur’anic segments and chapters. Various key injunctions of the way of Muhammad and latter masters of this path are referenced and tied together in presenting approp…
Mar 17, 2020
Quran Direct: Episode 1 - Qurans Ultimate Disclosures
This 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 further explored. The third theme is that of human nature and design and the prescriptions and connections between the Qur’anic models of life, reality and the prophetic way of living. Various injunctions and modes of the essential Islamic path are discussed, including reflections on the meaning of worship, ritual and the essential drive towards truth,…
Feb 25, 2020
Human Consciousness
This 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 consciousness. The first, is key inquires and foundational questions: who are we? what is sentiency?, descriptions of the human journey, an introduction to the model ‘spectrum of consciousness’, reflections on decree and destiny. The second is an unpacking of the Academy of Self Knowledge basic presentation of human cosmology titled Self – Soul. The third issue is the arrow of time a…
Feb 18, 2020
Muslim Awakening
This 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 purification of the heart to rise to the higher. The speaker then examines the life forces programmed within us that aid the surge in consciousness towards the boundless origin with the introduction of the unified cosmology of the Muhammadan map of existence. Several key representations of life’s paradoxes are engaged: the critical dichotomy between otherness and oneness; the b…
Feb 11, 2020
Die before you die
The title of this talk is a translation of a famous tradition from the Prophet Muhammad, relating to the process of inner death. The speaker elaborates on several of life’s fundamental questions; who are we?, what is death?.. and how should we relate to it? As a prelude to delving into the spiritual dimensions of this famous axiom of the prophetic Muhammad and the original Islamic path. Reflections on various contemporary efforts of enquiry whereby recorded experiences of near death are presented as a further window into presenting a fundamental understanding of reality, the changing nature of limited transitory experience parallel to the boundless, unseen unknown. The Speaker explores various key indications from amongst various Islamic and Sufi contributors all relaying and elaborating the internal mechanisms and meanings of death as a key to awakening to truth. An understanding of the complimentary nature in which the forces of life and death relate is referred, interspersed with…
Feb 4, 2020
Abstention
This talk is a distilled presentation on the meanings of abstention and restrictions as a process for awakening to truth and higher consciousness with special focus on the Islamic path. It is an accompaniment to another discourse in this series titled ‘Fasting as means to Improving Conduct.’ The Speaker reflects on the core issues centered around the dynamics of abstraction from the senses and the material world as a means of enhancing sensitivity of mind, body and ultimately as a purification of the heart. The layers of fasting are explored as per the prophetic injunctions as the basis required for recognizing and turning away from the impermanent in order to recognize and experience the presence and perfection of the real. The relation between restrictions and worship is presented with further explications on the nature of the path as means of aligning with the various fundamental laws and patterns of life, with special focus regarding abstention and expansion and the courtesies…
Jan 28, 2020
Fasting as a means to Improve Conduct
In this Discourse, Shaykh Fadhlallah reflects upon the phenomena of abstention and fasting prevalent in world cultures and spiritual teaching as fundamental principles in the refinement of conduct and drive towards higher consciousness. The talk begins with an overview of the origin of spiritual systems religious pursuits globally. The evidence of history, archeological discoveries, sociological insights are used as indications in presenting that seeking truth, reality or the origin has been at the heart of the human story for thousands of years. The desire and drive to live optimally, that ultimately reflects the desire to move beyond limitations and enter Sacred Consciousness or higher consciousness. The discourse then moves into presenting the basis and purpose of restriction and expansion as a means of purification of the heart, with reference to the Muhammadi traditions and Qur’anic transmissions. The speaker continues with a deeper exposition on various essential meanings of th…
Jan 28, 2020
What Does It Mean To Be A Sufi In The XXI Century
Audio 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).
Jan 20, 2020
Enlightenment
This talk is a recording from an intimate setting hosted at Enlightenext centre in London. Shaykh Fadhlallah presents a personal account of his experience and understanding of what the Sufi Path reflecting over several key tenants revolving around fundamental questions and paradoxes of human life. The discourse begins with examining the possibility of whether there is an optimum way to live, utilizing this question the speaker presents a model that begins and emphasizes the reality of a map of creation which can be used to live a life of fulfilment, equanimity and ease. The speaker uses this description as a point of departure to interconnect his key reflections revolving around application of the map, connecting with the evolutionary process in which the traveler on the path navigates as they align with the natural drive to rise in consciousness and the various challenges and vista’s that emerge both in the social and experiential dynamics of living the fullness of human reality.
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Jan 14, 2020
Islam and Tawhid
This discourse reflects upon the core aspects of the Islamic unveilings and path, the speaker seeks to elaborate and emphasize a living experience of the varying dimensionalities and modes for the traveler on the path of Oneness. Tawhid is a central concept in Islam. It is the unequivocal statement of the oneness of reality. The speaker explores the Qur’anic declaration of a total, single and absolute truth that transcends the world; a unique and indivisible reality, entirely independent of creation, out of which complexity, multiplicity emanate and return. The Qur’anic cosmology is introduced as a model of understanding the unitive nature of reality at its various levels, or the various levels of Tawhid. In this talk, Shaykh Fadhlallah examines each of these; Tawhid Af’al - the unity of actions, Tawhid al Sifat - the unity of attributes, Tawhid ad Dhat - the unity of essence. The Speaker presents the appropriate way in which one should relate and understand this model and critic…
Dec 26, 2019
Islam and the Environment- Part 2 of 2
This two part series of talks presents a contemporary view in relation to the modern world context regarding emergent issues on the environment, ecology, sustainability and the growing awareness of human systems and our collective encroachment on natural systems. The series reflects on the spiritual dynamics related to the global environmental crisis through the lens of the Muhammadi tradition. The speaker reflects upon themes of nature and nurture; freedom and determinism; responsibility and rights interweaving the dilemmas of modernity with the indications reflected in the original Islamic vision. Then more particular references to the Qur’an, prophetic teaching regarding the building blocks of life, elements, human cosmology and our inseparability from the variant modes in which life manifests itself and natural laws that govern the world of matter. The speaker presents a view of re-orientating a view based on the crisis of the environment as a crisis of consciousness. Regular ref…
Dec 26, 2019
Islam and the Environment- Part 1 of 2
This two part series of talks presents a contemporary view in relation to the modern world context regarding emergent issues on the environment, ecology, sustainability and the growing awareness of human systems and our collective encroachment on natural systems. The series reflects on the spiritual dynamics related to the global environmental crisis through the lens of the Muhammadi tradition. The speaker reflects upon themes of nature and nurture; freedom and determinism; responsibility and rights interweaving the dilemmas of modernity with the indications reflected in the original Islamic vision. Then more particular references to the Qur’an, prophetic teaching regarding the building blocks of life, elements, human cosmology and our inseparability from the variant modes in which life manifests itself and natural laws that govern the world of matter. The speaker presents a view of re-orientating a view based on the crisis of the environment as a crisis of consciousness. Regular ref…
Dec 26, 2019
Practices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 3- Clip 4 of 4
This 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 dynamics and nature of the two zones model with various classical Islamic language utilized in reflecting the encoding of this model in the Original tradition. Questions posed by the participants on theme’s such as love, decree and destiny, abstraction and remembrance, prayer, natural laws, wisdom, spirituality and a contemporary understanding of the Prophet…
Dec 26, 2019
Practices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 3- Clip 3 of 4
This 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 dynamics and nature of the two zones model with various classical Islamic language utilized in reflecting the encoding of this model in the Original tradition. Questions posed by the participants on theme’s such as love, decree and destiny, abstraction and remembrance, prayer, natural laws, wisdom, spirituality and a contemporary understanding of the Prophet…
Dec 26, 2019
Practices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 3- Clip 2 of 4
This 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 dynamics and nature of the two zones model with various classical Islamic language utilized in reflecting the encoding of this model in the Original tradition. Questions posed by the participants on theme’s such as love, decree and destiny, abstraction and remembrance, prayer, natural laws, wisdom, spirituality and a contemporary understanding of the Prophet…
Dec 26, 2019
Practices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 3- Clip 1 of 4
This 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 dynamics and nature of the two zones model with various classical Islamic language utilized in reflecting the encoding of this model in the Original tradition. Questions posed by the participants on theme’s such as love, decree and destiny, abstraction and remembrance, prayer, natural laws, wisdom, spirituality and a contemporary understanding of the Prophet…
Jun 11, 2019
Practices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 2- Clip 5 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 2- 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 1- Clip 5 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices To Enhance Experience Of Life-Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri Part 1- 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
Jun 11, 2019
Practices 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 rational faculty, ignorance, faith, freedom is also reflected upon in this introductory session within the series.
May 15, 2019
Descriptive & prescriptive Qur’an: Talk 4 – Human Misery
This Discourse briefly draws on the other major themes in the series of Prescriptive & descriptive Qur’an. The emphasis of this talk is on the nature and meaning of suffering.
Regarding the Qur’anic expression and prophetic indications the talks navigate from the Creational Metaphor of the Garden to the arise of discernment and perception of otherness and dualities. Tracing the evolutionary arc of human consciousness and its relation to the phenomena of suffering. Interlacing these descriptions with reflections of the meaning and purpose of the emergence of these events and ultimately the purpose of life. The discourse presents the issue of the drive for permanency in the face of ever changing nature of experiences and events and experiences as the pivot to which the experience of suffering and the intrinsic design towards constancy coalesce. Various important descriptive elements echoed in the Qur’anic revelations: accountability, the illusory nature of the changing self, the i…
May 15, 2019
Descriptive & prescriptive Qur’an: Talk 3 – Good news & Warning
This discourse reflects upon the interplay between what is referred to as the good news and warning as contained in the Qur’anic revelation. The talks expand upon the varying dimensions of these two forces, presenting the multitudes of expressions of which these two issues relate as a fundamental paradox of life. A complex and detailed exposition on both issues is presented, via the references of the Linguistic dynamics of various Qur’anic terms, prophetic teachings and injunctions towards the true meaning of the good life by referring to the complementarity of these forces, reflecting upon the directives that are presented in referencing life’s events within this intrinsic design. The talk explores the aspects of the meaning of suffering and the appropriate manner of interaction that is available to human beings that align with the drive towards higher consciousness. The appropriate prescriptive steps and descriptive qualifications in, adequately navigating through the interplay…
May 15, 2019
Descriptive & prescriptive Qur’an: Talk 2 – Fear & Hope
This discourse is a detailed exposition of two of life’s fundamental forces: Fear & Hope.
These two forces are critical complementary dynamics that frame the basket of human life. The discourse presents human interaction and experience of fear as a pivotal force in the evolutionary drive within human consciousness and indicates the context in which ancient cultures framed their vision of the world by virtue of the lens of this phenomena, hence the cultural and linguistic dynamics of those peoples reflect this relation. This is contrasted to the model of life encountered by modern man in which hope and good expectation are the primary forces that filter perception. An understanding of the parallels of this evolutionary dimension is critical in approaching revealed knowledge’s and ancient tradition in the drive to appropriately connect with the timeless meaning beneath the relative filter of these emergences.
The discourse presents the existential sketch of the categories of fear…
May 15, 2019
Descriptive & prescriptive Qur’an: Talk 1 – Die before you Die
The discourse presents an exposition on death as a key issue in the conundrum of existence. The phenomena of birth and death are one of several key pairs in the map of existence. The discourse serves to reflect upon what is the appropriate response to these key modulations. The ground of the inquisition revolves around three questions: Who am I, who is God or the essence, what is death? The discourse presents the interrelation and particularity of these three issues, broadening the field of inquiry towards the meaning of death. Various references to contemporary areas of interest such as Near Death Experiences and the multifaceted implications on human consciousness these exposures may engender. There-forward the core dimension of the exposition is explored in the timeless injunction of ‘inner death’ or ‘death before death’.
The Original Prophetic teachings, allegory and the prescriptive and descriptive nature of selected Qur’anic revelations are interspersed with select S…
May 8, 2019
The 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.
In this audio recording Shaykh Fadhlalla Haeri takes the listener on an incredible journey through an enlightened experience of the Now."
Apr 15, 2019
Refinement of Character: 8- Relationships
In 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 Muhammadi Prophetic architecture, the discourses give emphasis to the transformative essence behind the timeless approach to grooming of the self, embodied in character and conduct of the Prophetic being. Parallels are drawn in wider evolution of notions and cosmological maps from antiquity arising into the modern and postmodern psycho-an…
Apr 15, 2019
Refinement of Character: 7- Personality and Character - Part 2
In 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 Muhammadi Prophetic architecture, the discourses give emphasis to the transformative essence behind the timeless approach to grooming of the self, embodied in character and conduct of the Prophetic being. Parallels are drawn in wider evolution of notions and cosmological maps from antiquity arising into the modern and postmodern psycho-an…
Apr 15, 2019
Refinement of Character: 6- Personality and Character -- Part 1
In 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 Muhammadi Prophetic architecture, the discourses give emphasis to the transformative essence behind the timeless approach to grooming of the self, embodied in character and conduct of the Prophetic being. Parallels are drawn in wider evolution of notions and cosmological maps from antiquity arising into the modern and postmodern psycho-an…
Apr 15, 2019
Refinement of Character: 5- Grooming and Evolvement of the Lower Self
In 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 Muhammadi Prophetic architecture, the discourses give emphasis to the transformative essence behind the timeless approach to grooming of the self, embodied in character and conduct of the Prophetic being. Parallels are drawn in wider evolution of notions and cosmological maps from antiquity arising into the modern and postmodern psycho-an…
Apr 15, 2019
Refinement of Character: 4- Human Nature and Composition Part 2
In 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 Muhammadi Prophetic architecture, the discourses give emphasis to the transformative essence behind the timeless approach to grooming of the self, embodied in character and conduct of the Prophetic being. Parallels are drawn in wider evolution of notions and cosmological maps from antiquity arising into the modern and postmodern psycho-an…
Apr 15, 2019
Refinement of Character: 3- Human Nature and Composition Part 1
In 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 Muhammadi Prophetic architecture, the discourses give emphasis to the transformative essence behind the timeless approach to grooming of the self, embodied in character and conduct of the Prophetic being. Parallels are drawn in wider evolution of notions and cosmological maps from antiquity arising into the modern and postmodern psycho-an…
Apr 15, 2019
Refinement of Character: 2- Introduction Part 2
In 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 Muhammadi Prophetic architecture, the discourses give emphasis to the transformative essence behind the timeless approach to grooming of the self, embodied in character and conduct of the Prophetic being. Parallels are drawn in wider evolution of notions and cosmological maps from antiquity arising into the modern and postmodern psycho-an…
Apr 15, 2019
Refinement of Character: 1- Introduction Part 1
In 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 Muhammadi Prophetic architecture, the discourses give emphasis to the transformative essence behind the timeless approach to grooming of the self, embodied in character and conduct of the Prophetic being. Parallels are drawn in wider evolution of notions and cosmological maps from antiquity arising into the modern and postmodern psycho-anal…
Mar 26, 2019
Enlightenment Episode 5
Fifth and final interview of a 5-part series for the general public and spiritual seeker addressing questions such as Self and Soul dynamics.
Questions addressed include:
* How do we conduct ourselves on the path?
* Do most people seem to want to remain children?
* How do we know if we are doing the right thing?
* What about a person transitioning from childhood to adulthood?
* Are prayer and meditation useful techniques?
* Why does it seem like the abandonment of pleasure?
* Why don’t we intuitively and instinctively seek the higher?
* Can this seeking be done by anyone anytime?
* Why is the path to enlightenment presented as something mysterious and mystical?
* Do you have practical advice after these five talks for seeking enlightenment?
Mar 26, 2019
Enlightenment Episode 4
Fourth interview of a 5-part series for the general public and spiritual seeker addressing questions such as Self and Soul dynamics.
Feb 28, 2019
Enlightenment Episode 3
3rd interview of a 5-part series for the general public and spiritual seeker addressing questions such as:
· By what should we be guided?
· Relationship between heart & Soul?
· How to relate to Memory?
· What ‘tarnishes the heart?
· What is Personality?
· Is it as simple as choosing between good & bad?
· Define the Soul, birth & death?
· Is the Soul an immortal entity?
· If it is immortal, why do we fear death?
· Explain the paradox that we are in the world but not of it.
· Explain Individual as an entity that contains Infinity
· Most of us see others as mirrors. What is our relationship to society
· What is the importance of role models?
· What is the role of leadership
· What is your prescription for society?
· Does Islam Have a role to play?
· What are the challenges?
· What is role of saints, sages and monks?
· What is illness of the world around us?
· Speak of relationship between individual and culture or civilization
Is there hope?
Feb 28, 2019
Enlightenment Episode 2
Second interview of a 5-part series for the general public and spiritual seeker addressing questions such as Self and Soul dynamics.
Some notes on the Audio:
We experience light by its shadow. Pure light cannot be perceived except as a rainbow. Everything we experience in zone of time/space are images on the screen of non-change. What drives us is the love of that Absolute non-change. We are fueled by the infinite hierarchy of love and passion for beauty, health, harmony etc and ending up with Love by Love unto love. Light is only shown and known by its shadow. Light is both photon as well as wave. A photon is an entity and dies whereas a waveband continues forever, the same applies for individuals; an aspect of us dies, and an aspect of continues on.
Feb 28, 2019
Enlightenment Episode 1
First interview of a 5-part series for the general public and spiritual seeker addressing questions such as: Who am I? What is consciousness? How do I find Spiritual meaning in everyday experiences of the material world, even tragedies? What about fate and intention?
Sample: What am I?
You are what you make of yourself; a mixture of a lower and a higher self. Light which we call soul, activates all the multifarious layers of consciousness. We try to balance and fulfill a hierarchy of needs until we reach our inner joy. It is not the thing, but the meaning that you are after-we are in an impermanent world seeking the boundless and permanent.