It is imperative for a qualified Sufi Master to have gained the spiritual link (Nisbat) with the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and have gained his perceptivity (tarz-e-fikr). When a student achieves “fana fi shaykh” (as described in the previous chapter), then his perceptivity and traits of personality mirror those of his Spiritual Master (Shaykh), and he … Read more
This universe is a collection of all planets, stars, humans, animals, and all other living beings. There is a link between all the creatures in this cosmos. Whether the physical eyes see that link or not, we cannot help but attest to its existence. When we look at anything, the first thing we do is … Read more
The universe has a collective consciousness. Every piece of sand, stars, satellites, animals, birds, insects, humans, jinn, and angels receive the feedback of life from a consciousness that contains the absolute knowledge of the whole universe. In modern times, we can use the analogy of a computer that has all the information loaded into it. … Read more
It is generally thought that the human being is nothing more than a skeleton of bones covered with flesh, though all revealed scriptures make it clear that it is not so. The body is only a garment for the soul. When the soul ends its attachment to this garment, the body has no value. It … Read more
After death, life shifts from the material world to the spiritual realm, where it continues in a new dimension. The ego remains active in that world as well. This realm is called in the Qur’an the Aeraaf. Its condition depends on the deeds of the individual in the material world. If at the time of … Read more
Salat is the name of the prayer in which God’s Glory, Majesty, Providence, and Rule are acknowledged. It has always been mandatory for all prophets and their followers (ummah). By establishing salat, the person becomes closer to God. It prevents vulgarity and excesses. Salat, through mental concentration, takes you towards God. Mental concentration is gained … Read more
Everything that exists in this world is dominated by one or more colors. Nothing is without color. Chemistry reveals that if any element goes through changes, it emits specific colors. This order of colors is the basic characteristic of any element. That is why in every element the order of colors is different. The same … Read more
In the field of spiritual sciences, there are a number of exercises besides Muraqaba that enhance mental concentration. These exercises help reduce the flow of negative thoughts, which in turn lessens mental confusion. When these extra exercises are done along with the Muraqaba, then the mind gains the needed mental focus ahead of time, and … Read more
In the spirits of humans there exists a light, which, as far as its boundary is concerned, is limitless. If we were to attempt to put a boundary on it, then virtually the entire universe has to be included as well. This particular light covers every piece of existence. No thought, whim, or imagination can … Read more
By doing Muraqaba regularly, certain types of light and waves begin to accumulate within the practitioner, which negate gravity. Due to these lights, the student experiences states where gravitational pull seems absent. For example, during Muraqaba, or even while walking, sitting, or lying down, the sensation of weight disappears (weightlessness). Sometimes the person sees themselves … Read more