Sufism: The Heart of Islam's primary photo
  • Sufism: The Heart of Islam (1990– )
  • TV Series | 90 min | Documentary
Sufism: The Heart of Islam (1990– )
TV Series | 90 min | Documentary
The early Sufis attempted to follow Muhammad in the direct experience of the love and light of God. By the 12th century, the mystical path was systematized by spiritual masters (shaykhs or pirs), whose followers were initiated into orders ...See moreThe early Sufis attempted to follow Muhammad in the direct experience of the love and light of God. By the 12th century, the mystical path was systematized by spiritual masters (shaykhs or pirs), whose followers were initiated into orders called tariqahs, worshipping together under the guidance of the master. The Sufi form of devotional worship known as dhikr (remembrance) usually involves rhythmic chanting of the names of God, sometimes accompanied by poetry, dance, drums or a reed flute. The most well-known form in the West is the muqabalah (encounter) dance of the Mevlevis or "Whirling Dervishes" of Turkey. Inspired by the 13th-century mystical poet Jalal al Din Rumi, the dancers revolve while moving in a circle, symbolizing the return of all creation to the One Creator. Written by Anonymous See less
Read more: Plot summary
Director
Robert Mullan
Producer
Robert Mullan
See all filmmakers & crew (1)
Trending

Become a member to see MOVIEmeter and news information about Sufism: The Heart of Islam.
Status
Edit Released
Updated Dec 31, 1990
Release date (First episode)
1990 (United Kingdom)

Contacts

+ Add

Become a member to see contact information for Sufism: The Heart of Islam.

Cast

 + Add Cast
0 cast members

Contribute to this section by adding a cast member

Add cast
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.
There was an issue loading this tab.

MOVIEmeter

Members only

Become a member to access additional data

Ratings Breakdown

+ Add external reviews