Category Archives: Ali Hammad

The Relativity of Truth

Posted on May 7, 2013 by sufiways

by Ali Hammad In The System of Doctor Tarr and Professor Fether, Edgar Allan Poe relates the story of a lunatic asylum where the patients have taken over, but the visitors to the asylum are unable to discern the switch. … Continue reading →

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Sufi Snaps: Existence

Posted on May 3, 2013 by sufiways

Our existence is but a bubble, this show but a mirage (Mir Taqi Mir – 18th Century Urdu poet) Photograph by Ali Hammad

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Saline chants

Posted on April 27, 2013 by sufiways

(God hides in teardrops) by Ali Hammad Fat one on a thin face Roll off at a sad pace Mark a track on a cheek Singe a heart with a streak Well well in an eye Leave leave other dry … Continue reading →

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Fear of God

Posted on April 25, 2013 by sufiways

by Ali Hammad An anecdote ascribed to Mullah Nasruddin, the wise fool of the Sufi lore, goes something as follows: A king known for his sternness said to the Mullah, “You were introduced to me as an oracle, but you … Continue reading →

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Reflections on a loss

Posted on April 7, 2013 by sufiways

A LETTER OF CONDOLENCE TO PROFESSOR ZAFAR HAIDER by Ali Hammad “What is the defining characteristic of shock?” asked Professor Sahib. Several of my classmates gave good answers. Professor Sahib nodded at each but seemed to want more. I raised … Continue reading →

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