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Sadia Dehlvi
About the AuthorSadia Dehlvi
Sadia Dehlvi is a Delhi-based writer and author of Sufism: The Heart of Islam. She can be contacted at sadiafeedback@gmail.com
    The 10th of Muharram, known as Ashura, also marks the biggest tragedy in Islamic history. (Representational image)Opinion
    Muharram: A month of spiritual renewal

    In Islamic traditions, the 10th of Muharram, is said to be amongst the most blessed of days.

    15 Sept 2018 12:51 AM IST

    Sufism (Representational image)Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: No space for I' in Sufi doctrine

    One of the most striking aspects of the female Sufis is the certainty expressed in their relationship with God and His...

    28 Aug 2018 12:52 AM IST

    The Telangana State Haj Committee said that the Haj pilgrims have been asked to remit some amount towards adjustment of the total expenditure as the Saudi government has fixed the exchange rate of a Saudi Riyal at Rs 17.91.Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: An engagement with the almighty

    A whole chapter of the Quran is devoted to Haj and it warns of the Day of Judgment where each soul will have to account...

    16 Aug 2018 7:30 AM IST

    Sufism (Representational image)Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: Heart's nature is to constantly turn

    Zikr, that is remembrance of God, is recommended for polishing the heart so that it reflects Divine knowledge.

    2 Aug 2018 7:53 AM IST

    Sufism. Representational imageOpinion
    Mystic Mantra: Ibrahim From king to ascetic

    The story that led to the mystic's change of heart is a famous one.

    21 July 2018 7:37 AM IST

    Sufism. Representational imageOpinion
    Mystic Mantra: Ibrahim From king to ascetic

    The story that led to the mystic's change of heart is a famous one.

    21 July 2018 7:37 AM IST

    Sufism (Representational image)Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: Bishr al Haafi The barefoot Sufi

    Bishr al Haafi is one of the famous early Sufis of the ninth century. His real name was Bishr ibn Harris.

    10 July 2018 7:36 AM IST

    Amir Khusrau (Photo: Google)Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: Khusrau - A true son of soil

    Amir Khusrau is remembered as one of the founders of the syncretic traditions of Hindustani culture.

    23 Jun 2018 12:21 AM IST

    The Andhra University Department of Yoga and Consciousness on Thursday held a meeting to discuss the benefits of fasting during Ramzan. Nutritionists of the varsity and yoga experts participated in the meeting.Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: Clear & clean all debts for salvation

    Islamic traditions lay down certain conditions for seeking forgives from God.

    7 Jun 2018 6:58 AM IST

    The Holy Quran dedicates a whole chapter to Mary and alludes to her the title of the Mother of Jesus , the same as Christians do.Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: Jesus - Knower of divine mysteries

    Sufis have forever expressed profound reverence for Jesus, regarding him a perfect Sufi master and knower of divine...

    22 Dec 2017 1:20 AM IST

    The Prophets character was based on moderation, generosity, justice, dignity, moral excellence, humility, bravery, sympathy for others, detachment of the world, and constant fear of the Lord.Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: The right message of Islam

    This blessed month of Prophet Muhammad's birth invites reflection on his message.

    9 Dec 2017 2:36 AM IST

    The great Sufi Muhasibi spent his life in Baghdad where he studied from the leading teachers of the time, the Arabic word Muhasaba, meaning someone who takes account.Opinion
    Mystic Mantra: Divine love means surrendering to God

    Muhasibi had serious political and doctrinal difference with Mamun, the caliph of Baghdad.

    10 Nov 2017 2:30 AM IST

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