Author Archives: Imam Salim Chishti

BBC News – Sufism returns to Afghanistan after years of repression

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Imam Salim Chishti

Several years ago I was given a copy of a movie called “Sofie du Afghanistan.” It was a film, made in the 1950’s by a French director documenting Sufi groups and some practices in this now war torn country. The … Continue reading →

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Please consider taking our survey

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Imam Salim Chishti

Dear Ones, In an attempt to improve the Common Sense Blog and Imam Salim’s website we have designed a  very short survey. It would mean so much if you would consider taking the survey to help out this process. There … Continue reading →

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A mystical journey of peace progresses – The Times of India

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Imam Salim Chishti

via A mystical journey of peace progresses – The Times of India. HYDERABAD: The pitch for peace was possibly never more melodious, more devotional. At the Aman Ki Asha concert held at the beautifully-lit Chowmahalla Palace here on Saturday, it … Continue reading →

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Local News | Reform theologian: Islam, other U.S. faiths share common values | Seattle Times Newspaper

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Imam Salim Chishti

Two weeks ago, theologian, philosopher and renowned academic Tariq Ramadan visited Seattle, and I was honored to be granted a rare interview with him. Ramadan was here for a speaking engagement at Seattle University’s School of Theology during its Spiritualty Book Festival. Continue reading →

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Khutbah – 02/18/2011 – Zakat: Purification of wealth, heart and soul

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Imam Salim Chishti

bismillahir rahmanir raheem Allah (SWT) says in Quran Sharif fa- ‘in taabo wa- aqaamo as-salaah wa- ‘aataw az- zakaah fa- ‘ikhwaan -kum fe ad- den wa- nufasil al- ‘aayaat li- qawm ya’lamon But if they repent, establish prayer, and give … Continue reading →

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