The book offers a collection of inspired sayings from renowned mystic teachers like Rumi, Hafiz, and Ibn Arabi, organized around 52 weekly themes. Each theme serves as a thought-provoking impulse for personal reflection and growth throughout the year. Accompanied by evocative black-and-white photographs, the work encourages readers to pause and engage deeply with the wisdom of these mystics, making it a meaningful companion on the journey of life.
This sequel to the bestselling autobiographical novel “The Last Barrier” is a moving love story and an enlightening exploration of the spiritual quest to discover the nature of reality and the true meaning of life. After his return from the world of Turkish Sufism to his nativ England, Reshad is destined to meet people who help him in his transformation and in his understanding of the importance of breath and the real meaning of love. There is Elizabeth, the tweedy Englishwoman with “sensible shoes” and a wonderful laugh, who proves to be a profound teacher. There is the beautiful and enigmatic Nur, who possesses deep insights and with whom Reshad falls in love. And there is John, who in the midst of his dying from cancer reveals to them the real nature of life. In his presence the couple experiences that “continuous overflowing of love that demands nothing for itself”. John shares the secret of “dying consciously”, totally awake to the Essence of God, with nothing left in this world to hang onto – no anger, no resentment, no pride, no fear – nothing but the knowledge of love itself. And thus Reshad learns that “to truly know that this body dies and that this is the only time we have, is the most powerful weapon we can ever have. With this understanding we can begin to live passionately, not wasting a moment of the precious time that is alloted to us, plunging gracefully into the immediacy of living. We work now, for the future of humanity, and as we know we are loved, time will be on our side.” This new edition containes the complete wording of the 1979 first edition restored to its original length.
The spiritual practices developed on a journey through Sufism are explained in this enlightening how-to guide. Offering an in-depth breakdown of many important procedures--including the "Seven Breaths" of conscious awareness during a friend's death, healing someone without their permission, and the earth healing ritual of geomancy--each element is offered with examples from Reshad Feild's life. Relevant to anyone in a care-giving profession, this personal narrative presents Sufi healing in a contemporary context and provides systems that can be used even by those just beginning their spiritual path.
The beautifully written autobiographical account of a young Englishman’s adventurous search after the meaning of life and ultimate truth. Guided by Hamid, an enigmatic antiques dealer who turns out to be a demanding spiritual teacher, Reshad’s curiosity for the dervishes in the Middle East develops into a journey on many levels leading him to sacred places and spiritual insights. Learning “the hard way”, he gets introduced to the mystery of breath, the spiritual meaning of the Virgin Mary and the mutual roots of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Step by step he begins to understand the sacredness of all life and that love is the First Cause of creation. Eventually, after many lessons, he is granted a glimpse of the unity of being. First published in 1976, this acclaimed bestseller has lost nothing of its magic that has touched and influenced hundreds of thousands of seekers after truth throughout the world. Editorial Reviews: “If you say yes to the knowledge in this book as I did, it will transform your life” (Ellen Burstyn). “A human being is forgetfulness. Reshad is faithful to remembering, brilliant in remembering” (Robert Bly). “A Reshad book is not to be missed” (E. J. Gold). “Reshad Feild is one of those rare combinations – artist and soul teacher” (Coleman Barks). “His eloquent orchestration shows his creative powers to be of a very high level” (The Times Literary Supplement).
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The old world is fast disintegrating. All around us, we can see its structures decaying and turning into dust. Now it is up to us to help build the new world. In this moving book, Reshad Feild, one of the best-known teachers of the essence of Sufism in the West, defines the task now facing us, and emphasizes that if this new world is to endure, it can only be built of Love. Giving up the pursuit of transient material concerns, we must each accept Love as the only Truth. The conscious surrender is the process he calls "alchemy of the heart".
The final installment of the trilogy delves into the author's spiritual journey across diverse locations, including Canada, California, Mexico, Switzerland, Spain, and Austria. Through life-changing encounters with a variety of intriguing characters, such as shamans, gypsies, Dervishes, and an alchemist, he offers profound insights into personal quests and the broader human experience. The narrative weaves together rich stories that illuminate the transformative power of travel and connection with others on the spiritual path.
