

56 | Selections from The Sufis | The Idries Shah Podcast
Sep 1, 2023
This podcast dives into the differences between Oriental and Western attitudes towards spiritual teachers, the transformative journey of a Sufi and the role of a Sufi master in shaping their path. It also explores the challenges faced by individuals in a Western cultural setting and the importance of a teacher in developing the Sufi personality. Additionally, it discusses the complexity of the Sufi teacher's role, the habit of alternating personality in Sufism, and the role of a Sufi teacher in expanding consciousness.
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1 2 3 4 5
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Transformative Role of a Sufi Master and the Challenges of Personal Freedom
03:19 • 3min
The Role of the Teacher in Sufi Teaching
06:37 • 7min
Exploring Involvement and Alternating Personality in Sufism
13:13 • 3min
The Role of the Sufi Teacher in Guiding Consciousness
16:41 • 15min