“Wherever you are, and whatever you do, be in love.” – Rumi
This workshop offers a unique opportunity to experience the essence of the Sacred Sufi Dance of Whirling – Sema. This profound form of prayer invites us to open our hearts and turn towards LOVE. It helps dissolve mental chatter into the vast ocean of presence where we enter a deep state of listening. This listening leads us into the sacred art of whirling that connects us to the greater universal field and Circle of Love.
The whirling ceremony will be accompanied by talented musicians. There will be Rumi poems recited to awaken the ecstatic and compassionate radiance of the Heart.
Bring with you:
* comfortable clothing, even a skirt
* socks or dance shoes (clean, leather-soled, flat and comfortable) for the whirling
* water
* warm scarf, hoodie for sitting meditation
* your opened and compassionate heart
Preparations:
Please do not eat two hours before the session. On that day, you should eat light meals and drink plenty of water.
It is worth starting to tune in to the energy of love before the event. You can recall the people you held in your heart, whom you loved deeply and sincerely. You can also contemplate who you want to forgive or ask for forgiveness from. These simple exercises support the opening of the heart.
Workshop Audience
“Come, come, whoever you are!” – Rumi
This workshop is suitable for ALL who are drawn to meditation through movement or who long to dance their prayers and gain insight into the philosophy and symbolism of Sema.