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The Big Fish

The friendship of Rumi and Shams of Tabriz is considered one of the most inspiring and unique relationships in history. Rumi, a renowned 13th-century Persian poet, met Shams, a wandering dervish, when he was searching for a spiritual mentor. The two formed an intense bond and spent countless hours in deep conversations and spiritual contemplation. Their friendship was characterized by a profound love and respect for each other, which inspired Rumi to write some of his most famous poetry. However, their relationship was also marked by jealousy and envy from Rumi's disciples and family, who were threatened by the closeness of the two men. Despite these challenges, Rumi and Shams remained devoted to each other until Shams' mysterious disappearance, which left Rumi devastated. Their friendship continues to inspire people around the world, not only for its depth and intensity but also for the spiritual and creative energy it generated. When we think of doctors, we often imagine th...

Dervish

  Wise men say Only fools rush in But I can't help falling in love with you Shall I stay? Would it be a sin If I can't help falling in love with you? Dervish is a term used to describe a Sufi practitioner, who is a member of a Muslim mystical order called a tariqa. Sufism is a mystical branch of Islam that focuses on spiritual practices and the development of a personal relationship with God. Dervishes are known for their ascetic lifestyles, which involve renouncing material possessions and dedicating themselves to spiritual pursuits. They engage in various forms of spiritual practices, including meditation, chanting, and dance, as a means of achieving a state of ecstasy and connection with the divine. The most well-known form of dance associated with dervishes is the whirling dance, also known as the Sama. This dance involves spinning around in a circular motion while listening to music and reciting prayers. The spinning is believed to be a form of meditation and a way of ...