Groups

A reflection  group provides a non-dogmatic environment where people seeking to discover a true understanding of themselves and their place in the cosmos can work together.

It supports self-inquiry and the application of the teachings of the people throughout history who have discovered  means to successfully pose the essential question “Who am I?” and find their own answers

Perhaps most importantly, you will find friendship with others who see the goal of self-knowledge  as each individual’s true calling and purpose.

Spiritual Companionship  

At the core of our gatherings we find friendship. We are inspired by mystics who were friends of the One (God). We have conversations with them as if they were alive and had written their poems and letters to us, and with the other participants in each gathering.

In modern language the term “conversation” has a very limited meaning, i.e. an exchange of words between two (or more) persons. This kind of conversation can be very superficial. We don’t always pay attention to the quality of our attention and presence.

A true conversation brings the experience of intimacy and creates an authentic relationship. Sufis call this kind of conversation, sohbet.

That’s exactly the purpose of our meetings. We become acquainted and more intimate with the mystics who wanted to experience the ONE directly. Fostering this intimacy is the main purpose of these great mystics’ writings. Through our readings and expression of our responses to them we become more intimate with ourselves, the Divine Reality, and our spiritual companions.