Updates and FAQ’s

May 19, 2016 | Sufism

There’s a lot moving here at UOS as the 2015-16 classes come to a close and we prepare for the new classes to begin in the Fall. I thought I’d share a bit about what happens between sessions. Salima Adelstein is just returning from co-hosting a trip to...

It’s Blame Someone Else Day – an-nafs al-lawwamah

May 12, 2016 | Divine Names

Our beloved Maryam Reimer forwarded me a link to one of those fun-day calendars that lists all the obscure days of observation, and yes, today is called “Blame Someone Else Day” in honor of the first Friday the 13th of the year. We could have a lot of fun...

The Presence and the Essence

May 6, 2016 | Sufism

How would you like to experience the ancient mystical jewels of the Sufi traditions of the Middle East brought to you in a peaceful setting right here in the states? What if you could receive these jewels hand-crafted for your personal walking to guide you into even...

Reflections on the Isra’ and Mi’raj – Part 3

May 3, 2016 | Sufism

REFLECTIONS ON THE ISRA’ AND MI’RAJ by Amany Shalaby, Ph.D. PART 3 of 3 In the Name of Allah, The Grantor of Universal Compassionate, the Grantor of Spiritual Mercy The following is a continuation from Part 2 of Reflections on the Isra’ and Mi’raj, an...

Reflections on the Isra’ and Mi’raj – Part 2

May 3, 2016 | Sufism

REFLECTIONS ON THE ISRA’ AND MI’RAJ by Amany Shalaby, Ph.D. PART 2 of 3 In the Name of Allah, The Grantor of Universal Compassionate, the Grantor of Spiritual Mercy The following is a continuation from Part 1 of Reflections on the Isra’ and Mi’raj, an...