What is a Whirling Dervish and Why Is It Called That: Exploring the Mystical Tradition of Sufism
Have you ever heard of a whirling dervish? No, it’s not some sort of carnival ride or circus act! A whirling dervish is actually a member of the mystical Islamic sect known as the Mevlevi Order, which was founded in Konya, Turkey in the 13th century. The whirling dervish tradition is all about spinning in … Read more