Sama (Sufism) - Wikipedia
Sama (Turkish: Sema; Persian, Urdu and Persian: سَماع, romanized: samā‘ un) is a Sufi ceremony performed as part of the meditation and prayer practice dhikr. [clarification needed] Sama means "listening", while dhikr means "remembrance". [1]
Sufi whirling - Wikipedia
It is a customary meditation practice performed within the sema, or worship ceremony, through which dervishes (from the persian Darvish Persian درویش also called semazens, from Persian سماعزن) aim to reach greater connection with Allah.
Sema, the Dance of the Whirling Dervishes 2008 - YouTube
Oct 31, 2008 · www.hayatidede.org The Mevlevi Order of America will once again offer the Sema ceremony to the public, in commemoration of the passing of Hz. Mevlana Jelaluddin RUMI. Dec. 12 2008 in Portland,...
The Whirling Dervish Dance: A Sacred Ritual to Touch the Divine
Nov 20, 2020 · Whirling Dervishes performing the Sema. (kazim kuyucu /Adobe Stock) After the procession, the semazen begins the Sema, which consists of four selams or musical movements. Each selam has its own distinct rhythm, and explores different religious themes.
The Mevlevi Sema Ceremony - YouTube
At their dancing ceremonies, or Sema, a particular musical repertoire called ay›n is played. Based on four sections of both vocal and instrumental compositions, it is performed by at least one...
The Sufi Whirling Dervishes of Konya - ritual dance, Turkey
Dervishe Dance is a beautiful Spiritual Practice, a meditation, a mystical journey of spiritual ascent through mind to God’s Love. It originated amongst Sufi...
Understanding the true meaning of Sema [Whirling Dervishes Ceremony]
Apr 26, 2015 · The whirling called Sema, while may seem a form of dance, is actually a deeply spiritual exercise usually devoted to Mevlana Rumi and practiced by Mevlana Order of Sufism. It usually has 7 phases, as performed by Mevlana Order:
The Sema Ceremony - The Threshold Society
December theme: May the voice of Justice be uplifted by the power of Love. The dervishes enter the semahane (sema hall), led by the semazenbashi (dance master), and slowly line up to one side with heads bowed. The semazenbashi wears a white sikke (felt hat), and stands closest to the sheikh’s post. The shaikh is the last to enter the hall.
Whirling Dervish Meaning - Istanbul Dervish Ceremony
Apr 17, 2024 · The Whirling Dervishes, also known as the Mevlevi Order, represent a mystical tradition deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of Islamic spirituality. Central to their practice is the mesmerizing sema, or the ritual whirling dance, which has captivated audiences for centuries with its grace, symbolism, and spiritual depth. Historical Background
The Cultural Significance of the Turkish Whirling Dervish Ceremony
Sep 21, 2024 · The Turkish Whirling Dervish ceremony, known as the Sema, is not just a mesmerizing dance; it’s a profound expression of spirituality and cultural identity that has captivated audiences for centuries.