The winter doldrums can stifle us, but for artists it helps them turn inward, inspiring deeper concentration and turns a contemplative gaze to see greater wisdom. We hibernate by going inside to create and emerge to a sunbaked day to carry our creations and new understanding with a palpable sense of hope in communicating lively … Continue reading Shining Light On Artfulness by William Klein
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A Dervish of Prayer by William Klein
The great Sufi mystic Rumi was in the throes of a dervish ceremony called a sema; a ritual dance ceremony that he created. A fellow Muslim came to him, knocked on his door and told him it was “time for evening prayer.” Rumi without missing a beat or twirl said, “We are praying.” Every major religion has … Continue reading A Dervish of Prayer by William Klein

