Category Archives: tradition

Letters on the Spiritual Path

Posted on February 19, 2018 by Ian Whiteman

We’re pleased to announce that a new translation of the Letters of Moulay Al-Arabi Darqawi has been scheduled for release this coming May. The following blurb by the translators, which will accompany its release, is self explanatory and hints at … Continue reading →

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The Problem of Ornamentation

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Ian Whiteman

 After all, what is beauty? [Looking through old drafts of blog posts I found this one. Not perfect and a bit of a rant but it has some good bits in it.] When looking at Muslim prayer apps the other day … Continue reading →

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