In our way, in order to eliminate the darkness of the heart, it is necessary for the seeker to take a notebook and write down the bad characteristics of one’s ego. Everyone is able to document at least 200 bad manners; to write them down is the key to dissolving them. Whoever has not done…Read more Muhasabah (Auditing Yourself)
Nahdlatul Ulama
A Little Wisdom
May Allah Almighty give us from His Divine Wisdom, because we may have knowledge, but if no wisdom, knowledge is going to do nothing. We are in need of wisdom, and a little wisdom is more important than all of this world's knowledge. Knowledge cannot push or pull you, but wisdom may pull you or…Read more A Little Wisdom
Sufi Meditation 12.09.2022
Salam alaikum! 🙏🏻 “Truly, Abraham was equal to a community in himself; he was devoted to obeying God. He turned from all that is wrong — and he was not among those idolaters. He was grateful for the grace poured out on him by God — God had chosen him and guided him along a…Read more Sufi Meditation 12.09.2022
Reflections on the Life of HM Queen Elizabeth II – 09.09.2022
Salam alaikum. “I declare before you all that my whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.”~ HM Queen Elizabeth II (1947) “The things which I have here before promised, I will perform and keep. So…Read more Reflections on the Life of HM Queen Elizabeth II – 09.09.2022
Sufi Meditation 05.09.2022
Salam alaikum! 🙏🏻 “Rush toward forgiveness from your Lord and a Heavenly Garden as wide as the heavens and the earth, prepared for those who are mindful of God. Those who give in good times and in bad, suppress their rage and pardon other people. God loves those who do good”~ Holy Quran 3:133-4 (Safi…Read more Sufi Meditation 05.09.2022
Sufi Meditation 29.08.2022
Salam alaikum! 🙏🏻 “… God knows the difference between one who corrupts and one who improves things. If God had wanted, He would have made things difficult for you. God is strong and wise.”~ Holy Quran 2:220 (Safi Kaskas) “Make things easy for the people, and do not make it difficult for them, and make…Read more Sufi Meditation 29.08.2022
Perfection
“Seek perfection but don't expect to attain it overnight. Perfection is something that only comes through time and consistent effort and remember, the truest of perfections belongs only to Allah ﷻ. Don't expect to achieve perfection in your first baby steps. But at the same time, never give up striving for it.” ~ Paul Salahuddin…Read more Perfection
Friday Reflections 26.08.2022
Salam alaikum! I read and discuss the sohbet, “Divine Inspiration” by Mawlana Shaykh Hisham Kabbani from his book, “Banquet for the Soul” (2008), pages 70-77. May Allah ﷻ help us to distinguish between heavenly and other inspirations, and hold fast to the noble ways and guidance of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the awliya Allah.…Read more Friday Reflections 26.08.2022
Sufi Meditation 22.08.2022
Salam alaikum! 🙏🏻 “Our way is (founded on) association and goodness comes from congregation.”~ Muhammad Bahauddin Shah Naqshband In this week's sohbet I discuss the importance of community and its centrality to Islam and indeed all faith traditions. Followed by the traditional weekly dhikr/meditation of the Naqshbandi tariqat. 🧙♂️📿💓 https://youtu.be/tqXaBwU-g78 Recorded live on 22nd August…Read more Sufi Meditation 22.08.2022
Reflections 21.08.2022
Salam alaikum! I read and discuss the sohbet, “Levels of Annihilation” by Mawlana Shaykh Hisham Kabbani from his book, “Banquet for the Soul” (2008), pages 60-69. May Allah ﷻ grant us that we transcend our egos, keep patience, and hold fast to the noble ways and guidance of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the awliya…Read more Reflections 21.08.2022
Paul Salahuddin Armstrong 