WHIRLING DERVISHES TURN 800

WHIRLING DERVISHES TURN 800

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Religious Studies, Arts, Philosophy

9th - 10th Grade

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The video explores the spiritual practices of the Whirling Dervishes of Istanbul, followers of Mevlana, a Mystic Muslim poet. It delves into their rituals, including the Zekiah prayer and the whirling dance, which are means to connect with God. The Dervishes aim to find God within themselves through these practices, achieving a state of ecstasy and spiritual intoxication. The ritual dance involves spinning with specific hand positions, symbolizing the connection between heaven and earth. Despite performing for tourists, the Dervishes remain deeply immersed in their spiritual journey, feeling no physical discomfort.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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