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Evening with Sufis in Marrakesh

3/6/2015

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I spent the evening in Marrakesh at a spiritual gathering with a group of disciples from the Habibiyya Sufi order. It was wonderful: a bit of qur'an recitation; some litanies and supplications; dhikr (invocation) of Allah and blessings on his final prophet, his family and companions; chanting; a short lesson; brownies, lemon pie and sweet mint tea... just wonderful! There were quite a few North American Muslims present, which gave the evening a nice cosmopolitan atmosphere as well.

You know, this is my fourth time in Marrakesh and, every time I visit, I marvel at what a great little town it is. Especially at this time of year when it isn't too hot yet, it's just got so many things to like: beautiful architecture, fantastic landscapes, great weather, rich history, intense spirituality, excellent

restaurants, exciting souks, haute couture, traditional crafts, street arts, and a whole range of activities for tourists, be they Muslim or not. OK, it's a bit commercial and decadent here and there, but in the end you get what you come looking for.

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marcelo
9/22/2016 06:46:24 pm

HI Jason, Im brazilian and im going in few days to Marrakech. I would like to be in contact with the experience of sufism, can you give me some directions? Thank you

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Frederick Jackson
6/23/2017 01:36:12 am

I think I would like to attend dhikr with this tariqa, they seem an agreeable group from your desciption. I belong to a Turkish tariqa in North America, the Nur Aski al Jerrahi. Do you have more information on the Habbiyya and where and when they hold dhikr? I would very much appreciate it.

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Jason
6/23/2017 01:59:18 am

Hi,
I am not sure where the Habibiya gather in North America. I only attended their dhikr in Marrakesh. Nice Sufis for sure!
Best salams,
Jason Idriss

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