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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Curious about what Rumi has to say about the Prophet Muhammad? Join us this coming Saturday, September 19th, at 2 pm East Coast USA time. Register for the talk. These monthly gatherings are available to friends of all nationalities and backgrounds. www.illuminatedcourses.com/chailoveandp...

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Sufism on Bluesky @sufism.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Prof. Omid Safi ( @brotheromid.bsky.social ) and Dr. Myriam Francois have a free flowing and rich discussion about Islam, American politics, Sufism, Trump, Palestine, and the war on Iran.

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Is Trump Fulfilling the Ancient Prophecy of the Antichrist? | Omid Safi

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Friends in the DC / VA / MD area: Come to this free and open to the public talk on Rumi. Delighted to be in conversation with Maria Dakake. Saturday Sept 26, 6-8 pm.

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

If you’ve longed to undertake the pilgrimage to Mecca & Medina, and yearn to infuse it with heart and soul, meaning and fellowship, join us this year December 5-12th. Open to our friends from every starting point and nationality. PM here or at info@illuminatedcourses.com with questions.

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

For friends who been longing to undertake an Umrah pilgrimage, and visit Medina, and long to do it with heart and soul... December 5-12th, 2026. Email us at info@illuminatedcourses.com or PM for more info. www.illuminatedcourses.com/umrah #Mecca #Makka #Medina #Umrah #Makkah

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

In speaking with friends who are considering an Umrah journey, we often hear the same thing again and again: they want it to be done properly, and to do it with heart If that sounds like you, join us Dec 5-12th, 2026 www.illuminatedcourses.com/umrah #Mecca #Makka #Medina #Umrah

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

So honored to be teaching this workshop for @sandcommunity.bsky.social on #Rumi and the Path of Love. Open to all. In this four-part workshop, we will bridge the gap between Rumi’s mystical poetry and the realities of our contemporary moment. scienceandnonduality.com/event/rumi-a...

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Rumi & The Fire of Radical Love: A Path Through Global Rupture

A Path Through Global Rupture with Omid Safi

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

A seven-day journey to soften the heart, reconnect with Divine Love, and rediscover the wisdom of Rumi in the city of saints. The Rumi Retreat in Marrakech. November 22-28, 2026. www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Curious about what Rumi has to say about the Prophet Muhammad? Join us this coming Saturday, July 18th, at 2 pm East Coast USA time. Open to friends of all nationalities and backgrounds. www.illuminatedcourses.com/chailoveandp...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Coming on pilgrimage to #Mecca and #Medina is about more than just fulfilling a checklist of rites. It is also a journey of the heart, a Homecoming, a returning to our primordial nature. Join us on our sacred #Umrah journey this year, December 5-12th www.illuminatedcourses.com/umrah

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

You don't need another vacation. You need a pilgrimage. Join us in Marrakech for a transformational week immersed in the wisdom of Rumi, sacred community, spiritual practice, poetry, music, and the Path of Radical Love. Register through this link: www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

You don't need another vacation. You need a pilgrimage. Join us in Marrakech for a transformational week immersed in the wisdom of Rumi, sacred community, spiritual practice, poetry, and yoga. ✨ November 22–28, 2026 ✨ Open to all backgrounds www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

We have just finished our pilgrimage to Turkey. Yet again reminded of how transformative our participants find these programs We would love for you to have that same rejuvenation in our next offering, the intimate Rumi retreat in the heart of Marrakech! www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Longing to rejuvenate yourself heart and soul? Join us this November in the sacred and beautiful city of Marrakech. November 22–28, 2026. A week of Rumi, yoga, dhikr, luminous teachings, delicious food, intimate fellowship, and deep rest for the soul. www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret...

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The Rumi Retreat Marrakech November 2026 with Omid Safi

The Rumi Retreat, Marrakech, November 2026 with Omid Safi

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

The return of our intimate Rumi retreat in the heart of Marrakech, November 22–28, 2026. This year’s retreat will once again focus on the teachings of Mawlana Rumi, with yoga and sound bath sessions each morning and dhikr each evening. www.illuminatedcourses.com/offers/xzSaQ...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Craving community? Join us Saturday May 16th, at 2 pm EST, for our live, monthly online gathering. Open to all friends seeking an open and inclusive spiritual gathering from all backgrounds. If you are new to our sessions, you can register here: www.illuminatedcourses.com/chailoveandp...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We are heading to Turkey on an educational program open to anyone, dates are June 1-12th. We have one room available if anyone is interested. It does come with a $500 reduction in the price, given the last minute nature. All the info is contained here: www.illuminatedcourses.com/turkey

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

The Maternal in Islam: a Mother's Day meditation on the sanctity of the feminine and the maternal. www.youtube.com/shorts/xHqaf...

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The Maternal in Islam: a Mother's Day meditation on the sanctity of the feminine and the maternal.

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

The Rumi Retreat, November 2026. Marrakech. November 22-28th. www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

One of our participants for the June 1-12 Turkey program has had to withdraw. So if you’re interested in joining us in Turkey with a $1,000 discount and can sign up in the next 24 hours please be in touch ASAP. illuminatedcourses.com/turkey

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

What does spirituality look like in an age of conflict? How do we ground ourselves in the timeless to respond to the timely? May 5th, 2026, Aga Khan Centre in London. 6-9 pm In-person registration: www.illuminatedcourses.com/offers/o2Gxs... Online access www.illuminatedcourses.com/offers/B9qHd...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Factors to keep in mind about the failure (for now) of the USA-Iran negotiations in Pakistan. www.youtube.com/shorts/AIoYs...

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Failure of the USA-Iran negotiations in Pakistan

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Lovely teaching from the blessed Prophet Muhammad (S): "The All-Merciful has mercy on those who show mercy, so have mercy on those on Earth and The One in heaven will enfold you in Mercy." It is as if we are enfolded in a Divine Womb of Mercy. www.youtube.com/shorts/OaTAx...

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Enfolded in a Divine Womb of Mercy

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

A short meditation on a lovely verse of the Qur'an that focuses on the light that goes before you. يَوْمَ تَرَى ٱلْمُؤْمِنِينَ وَٱلْمُؤْمِنَـٰتِ يَسْعَىٰ نُورُهُم بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ ١٢ "Upon the day when you see the faithful, men and women, their light running before them"... www.youtube.com/shorts/JaiBW...

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"Light goes before you": a short meditation on the Qur'an

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

What is the message that Mawlana #Rumi has to offer us today, here and now, in the very midst of the American-Israeli war on #Iran, #Lebanon, #Palestine, & surrounding countries? "Light your lamp. One lit lamp is better than a thousand lightless ones." www.youtube.com/shorts/GdgIa...

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Rumi's Message of Hope in a Time of War

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

How Israeli propaganda uses the excuse of "freeing" Iranian women to justify war. There is real power, agency, strength, brilliance and more among the women of Iran. But the liberation of Iranian women cannot and will not come from genocidal forces. www.youtube.com/shorts/G1QA9...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

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Oh the Caucacity! Israeli Hasbara's hollow feminism for Iranian women

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

If you have an hour to educate yourself about what is happening in Iran on the ground level, and the context of the US-Iranian relations, I invite you to watch this teach-in that we held: If you find it helpful, feel free to share. ❤️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIZr...

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What you need to know about Iran right now

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Online teach-in about Iran (free and open to public). Recent history of Iran, US-Iran relationships, the scene on the ground in Iran is like right now, and reflect on where we go from here. Saturday, March 21st, at 2 pm EST. duke.zoom.us/j/9547747704

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Filip Almansour Holm @itsfilipholm.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Watch my full conversation with @brotheromid.bsky.social . It was very inspiring for us, and I hope it will be for you as well.

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al-Ghazali, Ibn 'Arabi & Sufi Love | w. Omid Safi

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

You can see through the Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's warmongering is to contrast the ways in which he speaks to Iranian audiences ("Freedom", "Women's rights"), to American audiences ("nuclear weapons"), and to Israeli audiences ("Amalek"). www.youtube.com/shorts/gHQ91...

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Netanyahu's shifting language on Iran and Iranians depending on the audience

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Filip Almansour Holm @itsfilipholm.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

New video focusing on Ahmad Ghazali & the School of Love (Madhhab-e ishq), w. @brotheromid.bsky.social :

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The Sufi School of Love

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

So delighted that @itsfilipholm.bsky.social’s new episode on the Path of Love is out. I was honored to be a part of it. If you want to know where saves like Rumi & Hafez come from, watch it.

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

A short meditation on preserving humanity (our own & Iranian friends) in a time of war www.youtube.com/shorts/Jd5-j...

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Preserving humanity (our own & Iranian friends) in a time of war

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

A kind friend who knows that I am Iranian asked me today: "Do you have family in Iran?" I told her: "Yes, I do. 92 million. And 8 billion beyond those."

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

If what you seek is not mere travel, but a chance to rejuvenate your soul, join us in Turkey June 1-12th, 2026. illuminatedcourses.com/turkey Be in touch with us at info@illuminatedcourses.com #Turkey #Istanbul #Rumi #Mevlana #Konya #cappadocia #Sufi #Sufism

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

This Saturday, February 21st, we are opening our live online monthly gatherings to everyone. With the holy month of #Ramadan upon us, we will devote this session to the "Mysteries of Ramadan." The time is 2 pm EST. duke.zoom.us/j/9547747704 #Ramazan #Ramzan #RamadanMubarak

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

We have a few spots left for both the April #Morocco and the June #Turkey journeys. If you or someone in your circle longs for a deep cultural immersion with a spiritual flavor, be in touch. www.illuminatedcourses.com/tours #Istanbul #Rumi #Marrakech #Marrakesh #Fes #Konya #Cappadocia #travel

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Do you yearn for community & fellowship with like-hearted friends from around the world? Join us for a program focused on the spiritual legacy of #Morocco. April 25-May 4th, and the journey will cover #Marrakech, #Fes, desert & #Casablanca Email us at info@illuminatedcourses.com

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

Do we actually stay in this magical location during our Turkey program? Why... yes we do! Join us in #Turkey: June 1-12th, 2026 www.illuminatedcourses.com/turkey #Istanbul, #Bursa, #Cappadocia, and #Konya. Delve into #Rumi and #Sufi wisdom Email info@illuminatedcourses.com

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

If you've always read Rumi's poetry, and felt like there was more to it than you were getting, the 2026 Turkey journey could be for you! We will dive deep into the mystery and alchemy of Rumi's teachings. email us at info@illuminatedcourses.com with any questions, or to sign up.

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Craving a sense of community, rooted in ancient teachings and open & inclusive? Join us for our monthly, live, online gatherings: Chai, Love, and Prayer Our next gathering is this Saturday, October 25th, at 2 pm EST New to us? Register here: www.illuminatedcourses.com/chailoveandp...

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

If you've been longing to go deeper into the teachings of Rumi, join us in Marrakech November 23-28th for The Rumi Retreat. It's open to everyone, from every background. www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret... #Rumi #Retreat #Sufi #Sufism #RadicalLove #Marrakech

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Longing to visit the House of God, and experience the inner teachings of the Ka'ba being a metaphor for the heart? Hoping to visit the illuminated City of the Prophet, in a caravan of love and devotion? Join us on the 2025 Umrah December 13-20th. #Mecca #Makka #Makkah #Medina #Kaba #Kaaba #Umrah

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

Three more spots left for 2025 The Rumi Retreat in Marrakech. Nov 23-28.

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

A few more spots left at the November 23-28th "The Rumi Retreat" in Marrakech. The retreat is open to all friends, from all nationalities, and all faith backgrounds. www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret... #Rumi #Sufi #Sufism #Mevlana #Mawlana #MawlanaRumi

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

It was a real joy to share a detailed conversation with Rasoul Rahbari Ghazani which is available on Youtube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bhY... It is on the themes of #Rumi, #RadicalLove, and the link between human and Divine love. #Sufi #Sufism #Eshq #Ishq #Mawlana #Mevlana #MawlanaRumi

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

This year's Rumi Retreat is in Marrakech, and will include teachings of Rumi, the Sufi path of love, Yoga and Sound healing, and pilgrimage to local Sufi shrines, and dhikr. November 23-28th, 2025. www.illuminatedcourses.com/the-rumi-ret... #rumi #Marrakech #Sufi #Sufism #Mevlana #RadicalLove

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

In honor of the Prophet's birthday, we are offering a rare discount promotion for all of our courses, listed at www.illuminatedcourses.com. Type in the promo code Mawlid, and receive 25% off of any course you register for, and we will donate 25% of proceeds to Palestinian humanitarian aid.

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Omid Safi @brotheromid.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

If you've been wondering if our #Umrah program (December 13-20th) might be right for you, I invite you to watch this short video about our hopes and aspirations. If it sounds right for you, be in touch via info@illuminatedcourses.com www.youtube.com/watch?v=zW7R... #Umre #Makka #mecca #Medina

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Umrah program (Illuminated Tours) led by Omid Safi

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