Abstract For the month of June, the Rothko Chapel presented a meditation in the Sikh tradition led by Satmitar Khalsa. We explored Guru Nanak's Mul Mantra, the origin, the root, of all Sikh teachings. When chanted, or preferably sung repeatedly, this mystical mantra provides a practical approach to achieving a stable, elevated Unity consciousness. The presentation included: light history and story telling, brief intellectual review of the mantra, singing/chanting the mantra for personal...

Abstract Satmitar Khalsa, Sikh Tradition Suggested donation $10During this hour, participants will experience the bliss of Naam Japo. Naam Japo is a pillar of the Sikh faith and a powerful tool to transcend beyond perceived limitations and reach a state of ecstasy. The gift of this practice is that we become vast and deep, like the ocean. Native Houstonian Satmitar Khalsa is a specialist in education, spirituality, and ethics, in addition to being a Kundalini Yoga teacher. The series is...

Abstract Rev. Daniel Strain, Spiritual Naturalist Tradition Suggested donation $10This guided mindfulness meditation introduces participants to the contemplation practices of Spiritual Naturalists. Spiritual Naturalism sees the universe as one natural and sacred whole and advocates practices that have compassion as their foundation, finding inspiration in traditions from around the world. Rev. Daniel Strain is a Humanist Minister and Executive Director of the Spiritual Naturalist Society....

Abstract Twelve Moments: Stewardship Zen Buddhist Tradition with Mary Carol Edwards Pay What You Can, suggested contribution $10For the month of February, the Rothko Chapel presented a meditation on the topic of "Stewardship" in the Zen Buddhist tradition, led by Mary Carol Edwards. This program preceded our 2019 Symposium "Toward a Better Future: Transforming the Climate Crisis" taking place February 28 through March 2 at the Rothko Chapel and University of St. Thomas. To...

Abstract Ryan Makhani and Shaida Adatia, Sufi meditationRyan Makhani and Shaida Adatia discussed and led participants through a diverse range of Sufi meditative traditions with an emphasis on spiritual and mystical practices from around the world, highlighting the ideas of compassion and prayer. Participants were exposed to Islamic traditions from countries as far ranging as Turkey, Tajikistan, India, Indonesia, Iran and Morocco.The meditation was in three parts: -An...

Abstract Joseph Newland, Sufi Tradition Suggested donation $10Participants use breath practices, new frontiers of cosmology, the art of light, and light on art to enter into meditation. Joseph Newland is a long-time meditator who has sat with various groups, and in 1981 became a student of Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan. A representative of the Sufi Order International, he is a lover of light, a believer in the unity of religious ideals, and especially fond of the epiphany of the everyday. The...

Abstract Jihan Barakah, Sufi TraditionJoin Jihan Barakah as she shares heartfelt Sufi stories, poetry, and a meditation practice as a way of life for the contemporary time and concerns such as love, work, and success, as well as timeless wisdom from Sufi masters, both ancient and modern. During the past 15 years, Jihan has dedicated herself to serving people through her “Quantum Shift Quest” programs, workshops, and live presentations, as well as through various media platforms as the...

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