Do We Worship the Same God? Comparing the Bible and the Qur’an
In spring 2008 I was asked to accompany a group of people from the United States during their…
Issue 69 (May - June 2009)
19 articles
Satan and His Contemporary Followers
Satan is a miserable and accursed one, who has fallen away from God’s Mercy, whose task is to…
It’s me, Peter, your ear!
I was impatiently waiting for my turn to tell you about myself and so about my Creator while…
The Last Prayer for Giants
Long, long ago, before the end of time, I heard a legendary story from my grandpa about what…
Because of me
Question: What are the matters that believers should always keep in mind with regard to the fact that…
What Algorithms Imply for Us
Different people have different styles of handling situations; as the proverb says “Different strokes for different folks.” Another…
Unity of Knowledge
Seyyed Hossein Nasr, an outstanding figure of our time, rejects the separation of spiritual thought from science. In…
Tips on Child Education
Preparing children for life is an art. There are many things that parents should know and do about…
Health and Natural Balance with Patchouli
Studies made recently in relation to aromatherapy show that aroma can be the preparation for many important functions…
Translation of Sufi Poetry
The misunderstanding and the misconception by some Western readers that Sufi poetry is strongly tinged with sensuality and…
The Koala and Its Amazing Features
Do not be misled by my appearance into thinking I am a type of bear. Although we koalas…
On Nature, Beauty, and Transcendence: An Interview with Seyyed Hossein Nasr
Matter and Beyond explores a wide range of ethical, philosophical, spiritual and scientific questions through interviews with leading…
Taqwa (Piety)
Taqwa is derived from wiqaya, which means self-defense and avoidance. Sufis define it as protecting oneself from God’s…
Universal Signs
The old globe speaks on its own, Looks ecstatic with a Godly gown, With spangled Paradise all around,…
Time and Beyond as a Dimension
Even if we cannot easily grasp the real nature of “time,” we can understand its aspect of being…