Monthly Archives: September 2014

Spinning Prayers . . . The Whirling Dervishes of Turkey

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Lisa Brockman

The Whirling Dervish, or Semazen, an icon of Turkey, whirling in respect of and for God. The ceremony, called Sema, represents not only Turkish culture and history but primarily derives from the Sufi faith. The whirling mirrors the natural revolution … Continue reading →

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