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Female whirling dervishes reclaiming Afghanistan’s Sufi heritage
Female whirling dervishes reclaiming Afghanistan’s Sufi heritage

A female-led whirling dervish group based in Afghanistan, is reclaiming the country’s deep-rooted Sufi heritage.

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Interview with Jason Webster: Author of ‘Andalus’

It was an absolute pleasure to talk with Jason Webster (author and historian) about his book ‘Andalus’, and to ask him more about the history and impact of Moorish rule on Spain.

Review of: ‘From Shamanism to Sufism’
Review of: ‘From Shamanism to Sufism’

This book explores the history of women, Islam and culture in Central Asia. Central Asia is a land filled with an ancient culture and heritage. Islam came to these lands in the 8th century and it became the height of civilisation, learning and trade.

Review of: ‘Forty Rules of Love’
Review of: ‘Forty Rules of Love’

The Forty Rules of Love by Turkish writer, Elif Shafaq, is a really heart-warming story. Elif Shafaq is one my favourite authors. I think she's a vey accomplished writer. She puts a lot of social conscience themes into what she is writing.

Muslim India: A living legacy
Nadia Khan Nadia Khan

Muslim India: A living legacy

India’s Muslim past is a core part of India. There is a massive legacy, not least that India has a huge Muslim population. There are more Muslims in India, than in Pakistan. The Muslim past is alive now, it is in the food, language, literature, arts and culture, architecture as well as in the DNA of its people.

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Shashmaqam music: A shared culture for Muslims and Jews

Muslim and Jews from Central Asia, have long been part of a shared heritage of traditional Shashmaqam musical style. Together, they have created the most beautiful spiritual and uplifting music; the lyrics of which come from classical Sufi poetry of the revered mystics in this region.

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