My Little MS
MS is the Turkish equivalent of BC (meaning “before Christ”) when referring to years before the birth of Christ. Since 2011, even though I still see the term in history books, these two letters have a completely new meaning for me. They now refer to…
Anatolia: A Legendary Journey
We humans have inhabited this planet for many thousands of years. We looked to the stars to gain a glimpse of our future. We built magnificent cities, buildings, and temples to prove our dedication to the gods of all eras. We always felt the presence…
I Present My Hand to You, God
I’m at the opera in 21st century Istanbul. What I’m watching is like a revival of legendary wisdom from the 13th century. I’m looking at death on the stage across from me, the death of humanity and the surrender of souls. You are the Gracious…
Gulbeng: The Opening
Hail to you all! Welcome to all those who gather in Hz. Pir Rumi’s ocean of love. Hail to the pure souls who accompany him. Hail to those dearest ones. Hail to those who listen to the cries of Hz. Pir Rumi and row on…
Like This
(Rumi was a 13th Century Sufi mystic and poet. Rumi’s poetry expresses his longing for union with the Divine. It is a personal mystic journey he invites us all to join.) If anyone asks you how the perfect satisfaction of all our sexual wanting will…
Do not Seek Me…
Do not seek me, for you shall not find me. You assume you will get a hold of me, but you won’t. You assume you will experience me, but you won’t. Aren’t you tired of fooling yourself like this? There’s nothing to seek, nor is…
Do not Forget.
Don’t forget yourself when you get carried away within life. Remember… Do not Forget. Don’t forget yourself when you get carried away within life. Remember… Even if there was only one moment when you touched your soul, don’t forget. Remember… Even if all the luxuries…
Whatever’s Inside Is Reflected Outside!
In order to look strong on the surface, you forsook your power at the core… In the beginning, this strategy worked. You gathered favor, attention, love, and respect at the cost of your strength. You also began to acquire the things you always thought you…
Those Who Lack A Flexible Mind Can Never Reach Their Own Wisdom
You are probably familiar with Freud’s concept of the unconscious mind, which comprises the id and the superego. When the ego cannot influence the “trash” it cannot see or reach, maintaining a balance in between, psychological problems start springing up. Along with other contributions from…
Exasperation
The Turkish word “çile,” which translates as “ordeal,” means 40 in its Farsi origins. For any knowledge to be transformed into consciousness, meaning that it can be used confidently, some 40 days, 40 repetitions, or 40 tests (whichever your prefer) is needed. For this very…
Building a Temple…
Love = God The Anatolian Jam is over. Things are rocking, but nothing’s happening. It’s such a mess in my head that I just want to hide. I saw photos on Facebook. Some people built something called Topak in Cappadocia, and it’s maybe the most…
