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SUMMARY:Spirituality in Persian Dance
DESCRIPTION:Persian dance inherits a historic culture of 8000 years in history with a blend of enchanting sacred movements rich in the elemental beauty of nature: birds\, animals\, flowers\, and the elements.  In ancient Persia\, it was believed that these beings and elements carried the spirit of the Divine.  Dance is inspired by mystical Persian poetry\, sensuous miniature artwork\, mystic rhythms of Persian music\, and ancient and devotional rituals and prayers.  Delicate\, refined\, and full of meaning\, the spirit of Persian dance is derived from the ancient mystical treasure of beliefs and spirituality.  Learn how dance is prayer and prayer is dance. \n\nLearn of the mystical origins of Persian dance\nLearn how dance is prayer and prayer is dance.\nLearn more how these movements were used for prayers and rituals\nHear stories of Farima’s journey and how dance became her spiritual path\nGet a sneek peek into Farima’s upcoming book.\n\nPresented by Sufi dance master and scholar Farima Berenji.  \nRegister
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/spirituality-in-persian-dance/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul: An Introduction to Sufi Whirling
DESCRIPTION:Discover the power and mystery of whirling as a gateway for self-growth and spiritual enlightenment through movement\, music\, and meditation. Inspired by nature\, ancient Iranic rituals\, science\, and the beautiful spiritual traditions of Sufism\, join Farima to learn the essentials of whirling meditation including preparation\, balance and posture\, controlling dizziness\, self-focus\, breathwork\, and more. \nWhirling in the practice of devotion\, healing\, and meditation originated thousands of years ago with the ancient Persians using it as way of connecting the body and soul. Today\, Sufis use it as a powerful meditation ritual with music\, poetry\, and movement. Based on this centuries-old Sufi ritual\, whirling can unite mind\, heart\, and body.  \nOnline\, hosted by East West Books of Mountain View\, CA.   \nPrice is $25.   \nRegister  \nIn advance:\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothing and plan to wear socks or soft soled shoes.\nAvoid eating a large meal 1-2 hours prior.\n\nNo experience necessary to begin participating. With help anyone can learn and master whirling techniques while respecting one’s own limitations.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-soul-workshop-aug21/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul (Sema Gathering and Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Discover the power and mystery of sacred dance with mediation\, music\, poetry\, whirling and ancient Healing Practices. \nJoin Farima for a Sufi Whirling Workshop and Sema Gathering\, with sacred music\, meditation\, whirling\, Zikr (Sufi Prayer) and Sohbet (Sufi Talk). We will create a sacred\, supportive space where we can all release whatever energy no longer serves us\, relax and open our heart\, body\, and mind. We will discover the power and mystery of ancient dances and rituals – a gateway for self-growth and spiritual transformation– through movement\, music\, love\, and stillness. Be moved by beautiful\, sacred music \nOverview\nOur gathering is NOT a performance. More details about sacred dance and Sema training may be found here. \n\nFirst join for a welcoming circle and Farima will lead us into her unique 4 element breathing meditation or 7 mode music meditation and relaxation.\nWe will progress into various Sufi whirling workshop techniques and styles.\nNext we will progress into a prayer and open floor whirling with both live and recorded world sacred music\, poetry\, and drumming.\nWe will close with a Zikr (Sufi Prayers)\, ancient Iranian Shamanic rituals\, sharing\, a gratitude circle\, and Sohbet (Sufi Talk) by Dervish and Semazen\, Farima Berenji.\n\nFarima’s teachings are based on ancient Iranic rituals\, science of whirling\, and the sacred geometry of whirling. We will learn essential techniques of whirling preparation\, maintaining balance and posture\, controlling dizziness\, self-focus during turning\, breath work\, and more. \nPrice is $15 – 20.   \nRegister  \nIn advance:\n\nWe kindly ask for no talking on the whirling floor and to keep the Sema area quiet at all times. Respect yourself as well as those around you.\nPlease wear comfortable clothing (white or light colored if possible) and wear socks or soft soled shoes.\nAvoid eating a large meal 1-2 hours prior\nBring poetry to share.\nBring a musical instrument that you play.\n\nNo experience necessary to begin participating. With help anyone can learn and master whirling techniques while respecting one’s own limitations. \nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Farima Berenji is an Iranian-born scholar and an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, lecturer\, dance ethnologist\, Sufi master\, and archaeologist specializing in classical\, folkloric\, and sacred dances of Persia and the Silk Road. Her training spans a lifetime of intensive collaboration and research with master artists\, scholars\, and spiritual teachers worldwide. She is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, a worldwide collaborative devoted to teach dance technique\, interpret\, illustrate\, present\, and perform dances of the Silk Road. In 2018\, Farima became the first American-Iranian woman honored to be a TEDx dance speaker and performer. Farima is a member of the International Dance Council (CID – UNESCO)\, UNESCO\, and the National Folk Organization (NFO). Read more..
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-soul-salem/
LOCATION:Purple Door Yoga\, 10 Colonial Road\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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