Iqbal Academy Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Allama Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free for the following three sessions but due to limited space, advanced registration is NECESSARY and please be there in time (seats will be given on "first come first" basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers' Development Center, 129-G, P.E.C.H. Society, Block 2, Karachi. Phone: (021) 4392949
Timings (for all workshops): 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information: Dr. Hena Jawaid henajawaid000@ hotmail.com
New horizons in Iqbal Studies – Saturday, August 1
Why do we need to know about Iqbal? What do we know? What are the new questions which are becoming important in Iqbal Studies now? On what criteria can we assess what has been done before? These are the questions which will be explored in this workshop. Note: participants will receive a complimentary copy of Andaz Mehramana (2009), a little book published by Iqbal Academy Pakistan on this subject.
Shikwa: the story behind it – Saturday, August 8
The story behind the writing of `Shikwa' is being given out in full detail for the first time since the famous poem got written by Iqbal in 1911. Recently presented in the second volume of the comprehensive biography Iqbal: Tashkeeli Daur, the details will now be discussed by the biographer and participants will be asked to participate in an open discussion.
Why Iqbal chose Rumi? – Saturday, August 15
The question has often been asked but the material required to properly address it had never been collected in one place as it has been in the recently published Iqbal: Tashkeely Daur. This workshop enables the participants to discuss the question and arrive at their own conclusions based on evidence provided in the workshop.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Monday, July 27, 2009
SOIS Session Summary 25/7
"The Republic of Rumi", Part five, comprised upon nine questions. 1. Thought, 2. Knowledge, 3. Union; which can be branched into Contingent (Dependant) and Necessary, 4. Eternal and separate (Known and Knower) 5. Self, 6. Selflessness, 7. Completion, 8.I am Creative Truth, 9. Awareness. First stage of Second cycle starts from 8th question i.e. Inquiry, which will lead to a "Discovery" of truth (second stage).
In Iqbal literature, one will not find a permanent dichotomy between thought and intuition. This is a major difference from Ghazali as well as Kant. Here, we also stayed and talked about two models "linear" and "Cyclical" .These stages contain no hierarchy pattern. The stages in a journey are a modes or approaches to understand different complexities and problems of life. It's about variable understanding rather than higher or lower levels.
Knowledge and information are two opposite figures. But, Western philosophy has merged it together. In East, knowledge is a peak of inner potential of human being and information is an external source of orientation.
Iqbal's khudi can be described into three forms; individual ego, collective ego and Ultimate ego. The individual ego is actually a hurdle in a way of Collective ego. Recognition of (individual's) ego will help one to be merged with Collective otherwise it's quite impossible to follow it. Collective ego is more than consciousness. It's Destiny itself. It can not make mistake.
The description of Museum is an idea extracted from Zabuur e Ajam; Ghulami Nama , "Bondage & Slavery". Music hall comprised upon lifeless songs emitting from walls of hall.
In this regard, one thing came into our minds that, Despair is of two types; one is productive and other one is Unproductive. Productive grief releases out New Person from inside while Unproductive pain evades self consciousness.
The next session will resume discussion from 4th question i.e. Eternal & Separate.
Iqbal Academy of Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Dr. Sir Muhammad Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free, but due to limited space, please register yourself in advance and be there in time (seats will be given on a “first come first” basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers’ Development Center, Karachi.
Timings (for all workshops): 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information:
Dr. Hena Jawaid henajawaid000@hotmail.com
In Iqbal literature, one will not find a permanent dichotomy between thought and intuition. This is a major difference from Ghazali as well as Kant. Here, we also stayed and talked about two models "linear" and "Cyclical" .These stages contain no hierarchy pattern. The stages in a journey are a modes or approaches to understand different complexities and problems of life. It's about variable understanding rather than higher or lower levels.
Knowledge and information are two opposite figures. But, Western philosophy has merged it together. In East, knowledge is a peak of inner potential of human being and information is an external source of orientation.
Iqbal's khudi can be described into three forms; individual ego, collective ego and Ultimate ego. The individual ego is actually a hurdle in a way of Collective ego. Recognition of (individual's) ego will help one to be merged with Collective otherwise it's quite impossible to follow it. Collective ego is more than consciousness. It's Destiny itself. It can not make mistake.
The description of Museum is an idea extracted from Zabuur e Ajam; Ghulami Nama , "Bondage & Slavery". Music hall comprised upon lifeless songs emitting from walls of hall.
In this regard, one thing came into our minds that, Despair is of two types; one is productive and other one is Unproductive. Productive grief releases out New Person from inside while Unproductive pain evades self consciousness.
The next session will resume discussion from 4th question i.e. Eternal & Separate.
Iqbal Academy of Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Dr. Sir Muhammad Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free, but due to limited space, please register yourself in advance and be there in time (seats will be given on a “first come first” basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers’ Development Center, Karachi.
Timings (for all workshops): 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information:
Dr. Hena Jawaid henajawaid000@hotmail.com
SOIS Session Summary 25/7
"The Republic of Rumi", Part five, comprised upon nine questions. 1. Thought, 2. Knowledge, 3. Union; which can be branched into Contingent (Dependant) and Necessary, 4. Eternal and separate (Known and Knower) 5. Self, 6. Selflessness, 7. Completion, 8.I am Creative Truth, 9. Awareness. First stage of Second cycle starts from 8th question i.e. Inquiry, which will lead to a "Discovery" of truth (second stage).
In Iqbal literature, one will not find distinction between Thought and Intuition. In contrary to what Al-Ghazali and Kant preached. Here, we also stayed and talked about two models "linear" and "Cyclical" .These stages contain no hierarchy pattern. The stages in a journey are a modes or approaches to understand different complexities and problems of life. It's about variable understanding rather than higher or lower levels.
Knowledge and information are two opposite figures. But, Western philosophy has merged it together. In East, knowledge is a peak of inner potential of human being and information is an external source of orientation.
Iqbal's khudi can be described into three forms; individual ego, collective ego and Ultimate ego. The individual ego is actually a hurdle in a way of Collective ego. Recognition of (individual's) ego will help one to be merged with Collective otherwise it's quite impossible to follow it. Collective ego is more than consciousness. It's Destiny itself. It can not make mistake.
The description of Museum is an idea extracted from Zabuur e Ajam; Ghulami Nama , "Bondage & Slavery". Music hall comprised upon lifeless songs emitting from walls of hall.
In this regard, one thing came into our minds that, Despair is of two types; one is productive and other one is Unproductive. Productive grief releases out New Person from inside while Unproductive pain evades self consciousness.
The next session will resume discussion from 4th question i.e. Eternal & Separate.
Iqbal Academy of Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Dr. Sir Muhammad Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free, but due to limited space, please register yourself in advance and be there in time (seats will be given on a “first come first” basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers’ Development Center, 129-G, P.E.C.H. Society, Block 2, Karachi. Phone: (021) 4392949
Timings (for all workshops): 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information:
Dr. Hena Jawaid henajawaid000@hotmail.com
In Iqbal literature, one will not find distinction between Thought and Intuition. In contrary to what Al-Ghazali and Kant preached. Here, we also stayed and talked about two models "linear" and "Cyclical" .These stages contain no hierarchy pattern. The stages in a journey are a modes or approaches to understand different complexities and problems of life. It's about variable understanding rather than higher or lower levels.
Knowledge and information are two opposite figures. But, Western philosophy has merged it together. In East, knowledge is a peak of inner potential of human being and information is an external source of orientation.
Iqbal's khudi can be described into three forms; individual ego, collective ego and Ultimate ego. The individual ego is actually a hurdle in a way of Collective ego. Recognition of (individual's) ego will help one to be merged with Collective otherwise it's quite impossible to follow it. Collective ego is more than consciousness. It's Destiny itself. It can not make mistake.
The description of Museum is an idea extracted from Zabuur e Ajam; Ghulami Nama , "Bondage & Slavery". Music hall comprised upon lifeless songs emitting from walls of hall.
In this regard, one thing came into our minds that, Despair is of two types; one is productive and other one is Unproductive. Productive grief releases out New Person from inside while Unproductive pain evades self consciousness.
The next session will resume discussion from 4th question i.e. Eternal & Separate.
Iqbal Academy of Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Dr. Sir Muhammad Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free, but due to limited space, please register yourself in advance and be there in time (seats will be given on a “first come first” basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers’ Development Center, 129-G, P.E.C.H. Society, Block 2, Karachi. Phone: (021) 4392949
Timings (for all workshops): 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information:
Dr. Hena Jawaid henajawaid000@hotmail.com
Sunday, July 19, 2009
SOIS Session 18th July '09 Canceled
Session of SOIS will not take place this Saturday.
Regards,
Dr. Hena Jawaid.
Regards,
Dr. Hena Jawaid.
Friday, July 17, 2009
SOIS Summary 11th July- 2009
Four wisdoms have clearly outlined; to see things as they are, to see principles, to see Unrealized Potential, to make connections and to observe Contrasts
In first line, we see "Both Worlds" – referring to one is invisible and other is visible. In the same way, one verse is appeared to you while other one is hidden.
It completes five wisdoms.
Our journey is basically divided into seven stages which are further divided into five Zones. Before every zone there are two channels; inlet and outlet.
The wisdom of Adam is associated with "things as they are".
"Greed is still acting its play of Imperialism."
Khidr 's comment on nature of kingship. It is a mission statement in a Parliament of Spiritual Democracy. This is a handful of dust that contains energies of all worlds.
Principles associated with Wisdom of Angels. Although, Angels status is not unknown to human kind but handful of dust has captured concentration of other world too.
The peasant's fields are desolate from tyranny of the Landlord-
Revolt, Revolt!
O, Revolt!
This is the fate of handful dust that it will outshine all stars of universe because it contains an Unrealized Potential, A Soul. This is an un-known attribute to a men, even God did not disclose its secret to humans. Every being is in curl of potential anxious to break the silence of secret.
Connections and contrasts are linked with Wisdom of Love. Love is a ruling power and a centre of all faiths. It is dissolving distinctions among people and destroying differences for life.
Wisdom of Civilization is covering all Known dimensions of Universe.
I bow down before myself… Poet lives in India and Mekkah is Westward from India.
The petals of Rose and Tulip… Flowers and Birds are related with East in classic poetry.
In the workshop, that is the world… Dunya word came into existence from Aadna which can be taken as down.
The Heavenly Bodies… Up
They have put up their feet… Caravans and travelers find their ways through North Star.
Either the Register of possibles has no blank pages left.
Or the Pen of Fate has grown too tired to write…
last is taken as South because all dimensions have been fulfilled by above-mentioned verses.
Iqbal Academy Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Dr. Sir Muhammad Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free, but due to limited space, please register yourself in advance and be there in time (seats will be given on a “first come first” basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers’ Development Center,
Karachi.
Timings (for all workshops): 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information:
Dr. Hena Jawaid
henajawaid000@hotmail.com
In first line, we see "Both Worlds" – referring to one is invisible and other is visible. In the same way, one verse is appeared to you while other one is hidden.
It completes five wisdoms.
Our journey is basically divided into seven stages which are further divided into five Zones. Before every zone there are two channels; inlet and outlet.
The wisdom of Adam is associated with "things as they are".
"Greed is still acting its play of Imperialism."
Khidr 's comment on nature of kingship. It is a mission statement in a Parliament of Spiritual Democracy. This is a handful of dust that contains energies of all worlds.
Principles associated with Wisdom of Angels. Although, Angels status is not unknown to human kind but handful of dust has captured concentration of other world too.
The peasant's fields are desolate from tyranny of the Landlord-
Revolt, Revolt!
O, Revolt!
This is the fate of handful dust that it will outshine all stars of universe because it contains an Unrealized Potential, A Soul. This is an un-known attribute to a men, even God did not disclose its secret to humans. Every being is in curl of potential anxious to break the silence of secret.
Connections and contrasts are linked with Wisdom of Love. Love is a ruling power and a centre of all faiths. It is dissolving distinctions among people and destroying differences for life.
Wisdom of Civilization is covering all Known dimensions of Universe.
I bow down before myself… Poet lives in India and Mekkah is Westward from India.
The petals of Rose and Tulip… Flowers and Birds are related with East in classic poetry.
In the workshop, that is the world… Dunya word came into existence from Aadna which can be taken as down.
The Heavenly Bodies… Up
They have put up their feet… Caravans and travelers find their ways through North Star.
Either the Register of possibles has no blank pages left.
Or the Pen of Fate has grown too tired to write…
last is taken as South because all dimensions have been fulfilled by above-mentioned verses.
Iqbal Academy Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Dr. Sir Muhammad Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free, but due to limited space, please register yourself in advance and be there in time (seats will be given on a “first come first” basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers’ Development Center,
Karachi.
Timings (for all workshops): 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information:
Dr. Hena Jawaid
henajawaid000@hotmail.com
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Summary of SOIS session - 4th July
The session on 4th of July brought higher literature in to consideration. It must be kept in mind while analyzing the themes of two-directional literary culture of society. One is inclined towards removal of Self and its Identity, i.e, Self-Destruction.
Another one is towards its re-construction and consolidation. Here, course of all sciences start from 1947 A.D. The forces of two branches are pivotal at this point.
The higher remarks the event as superfluous, un-necessary and need-less. It erases all zeal, love, passion and patriotism from soul of people. On the other hand, Consensus literature regards it content for life and faith.
The disappearing sense of self – esteem would be enough to demoralize or to lose hope from future. The insignificance for nation's Endeavor and struggle is sufficient to render ones life as meaningless.
"They think to beguile Allah and those who believe, and they beguile none save themselves; but they perceive not. (9) In their hearts is a disease, and Allah increaseth their disease. A painful doom is theirs because they lie. (10)
And when it is said unto them: Make not mischief in the earth, they say: We are peacemakers only. (11) Beware ! They indeed the mischief-makers. But they perceive not. (12)
And when it is said unto them: believe as the people believe, they say: shall we believe as the foolish believe? Beware ! They indeed are the foolish. But they know not. (13)
And when they fall in with those who believe, they say: We believe; but when they go apart to their devils they declare: Lo! we are with you; verily we did but mock. (14) Allah (Himself) doth mock them, leaving them to wander blindly on in their contumacy. (15)"
Verses – 09-15
Surah Baqarah -02
Revival of Nation's surge depends mainly on importance of this year. The blood that flood in way of sacrifices infuses bravery and selflessness into younger spirits. The episode of 1947 A.D is a life for this land that can never be FORGOTTEN.
The next half of session comprised upon the read and in-depth review if Allama Iqbal's poems, which are comprised upon five sets. These pentagonal graphed poems have some special relevance with history of civilization.
Each set marking out evolution of human being as whole.these five wisdoms named as;
Things as they are
Principles
Potentials
Connections and Contrasts
-----------------
Both worlds may be seen in a wine- pitcher I have,
Where is the eye to view sights I see?
Here comes another man, possessed, who shouts in the city;
Two hundred commotions arise from the obsession I have.
Do not worry, ignorant one, at approaching darkness of the nights,
For the scar at my forehead sparkles like stars,
You take me as your companion,
But, I am afraid you are not up to the tumult and uproar, I have raised
The four couplets reflect meanings of four wisdoms. Well, fifth wisdom, its explanation is withheld due to the fact that how we may think last piece would complete a Puzzle!
Regards,
Dr. Hena Jawaid.
P.S - The five sets of poems, for sake of references are;
"Dua"
"Farishtey Adam ko Jannat se Rukhsat karte hain"
"Rooh e Arzi Aadam ka Istaqbaal karti hay"
Another one is towards its re-construction and consolidation. Here, course of all sciences start from 1947 A.D. The forces of two branches are pivotal at this point.
The higher remarks the event as superfluous, un-necessary and need-less. It erases all zeal, love, passion and patriotism from soul of people. On the other hand, Consensus literature regards it content for life and faith.
The disappearing sense of self – esteem would be enough to demoralize or to lose hope from future. The insignificance for nation's Endeavor and struggle is sufficient to render ones life as meaningless.
"They think to beguile Allah and those who believe, and they beguile none save themselves; but they perceive not. (9) In their hearts is a disease, and Allah increaseth their disease. A painful doom is theirs because they lie. (10)
And when it is said unto them: Make not mischief in the earth, they say: We are peacemakers only. (11) Beware ! They indeed the mischief-makers. But they perceive not. (12)
And when it is said unto them: believe as the people believe, they say: shall we believe as the foolish believe? Beware ! They indeed are the foolish. But they know not. (13)
And when they fall in with those who believe, they say: We believe; but when they go apart to their devils they declare: Lo! we are with you; verily we did but mock. (14) Allah (Himself) doth mock them, leaving them to wander blindly on in their contumacy. (15)"
Verses – 09-15
Surah Baqarah -02
Revival of Nation's surge depends mainly on importance of this year. The blood that flood in way of sacrifices infuses bravery and selflessness into younger spirits. The episode of 1947 A.D is a life for this land that can never be FORGOTTEN.
The next half of session comprised upon the read and in-depth review if Allama Iqbal's poems, which are comprised upon five sets. These pentagonal graphed poems have some special relevance with history of civilization.
Each set marking out evolution of human being as whole.these five wisdoms named as;
Things as they are
Principles
Potentials
Connections and Contrasts
-----------------
Both worlds may be seen in a wine- pitcher I have,
Where is the eye to view sights I see?
Here comes another man, possessed, who shouts in the city;
Two hundred commotions arise from the obsession I have.
Do not worry, ignorant one, at approaching darkness of the nights,
For the scar at my forehead sparkles like stars,
You take me as your companion,
But, I am afraid you are not up to the tumult and uproar, I have raised
The four couplets reflect meanings of four wisdoms. Well, fifth wisdom, its explanation is withheld due to the fact that how we may think last piece would complete a Puzzle!
Regards,
Dr. Hena Jawaid.
P.S - The five sets of poems, for sake of references are;
"Dua"
"Farishtey Adam ko Jannat se Rukhsat karte hain"
"Rooh e Arzi Aadam ka Istaqbaal karti hay"
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Summary of SOIS session - 27th June
The Persian Psalms "Zabuur e Ajam", consisted upon 4 parts which are identical, hence named as " Temple of New David".
There are 56 poems in Persian Psalm which is divided into 7 sets, representing 7 stages of journey. As, one enters the first chamber of Persian psalms, he/she finds 7 prayer/wishes which is representing state (kaifiyat) of each stage.
As one goes along with these wishes, he/she will subsequently find them as key or code for the next stage. First, second and third Wishes represent request for genuine vision that must be deprived from influences /references, removal of previous knowledge/ideas and discovery of New Adam, an Ocean that wants to flow beyond boundaries.
Reader will find himself at 4th stage, where Joseph can be found but explanation of His discovery is quite difficult here for now.
"I come to you having washed my heart of every image."
Despite of higher aspirations, the earth link is Absolute reality which is still necessary for the course.
Towards 5th stage, a breeze of Hope raises to sing a song of life. A new way of life is ahead. A man is a potential source from where dichotomized realities are heading away:
The sky, the earth
The river, the desert
The Sun and the Moon
Sixth stage is a Show of Inner being "Tamasha e Zaat", the inner wine is intoxicating heart. No need for external resources. Only heart of awaken Soul is accepted here, dissolve in pure love of Beloved.
At last stage 7,
"illuminat my lifeless clay with light of the song of David."
The above prayer led to last stage where poet saying to God:
O Lord of Sun and Moon! Look at my scattered dust too
Every particle is agitating, look at this wilderness.
The narration is quite unexpected because "Scattered Dust" means Death. The death of main character who is nothing but, A Reader.
You!
Iqbal Academy Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Dr. Sir Muhammad Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free for the month of April, but due to limited space, please register yourself in advance and be there in time (seats will be given on a “first come first” basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers’ Development Center,
Karachi.
Timings (for all workshops): 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information:
Dr. Hena Jawaid
henajawaid000@hotmail.com
There are 56 poems in Persian Psalm which is divided into 7 sets, representing 7 stages of journey. As, one enters the first chamber of Persian psalms, he/she finds 7 prayer/wishes which is representing state (kaifiyat) of each stage.
As one goes along with these wishes, he/she will subsequently find them as key or code for the next stage. First, second and third Wishes represent request for genuine vision that must be deprived from influences /references, removal of previous knowledge/ideas and discovery of New Adam, an Ocean that wants to flow beyond boundaries.
Reader will find himself at 4th stage, where Joseph can be found but explanation of His discovery is quite difficult here for now.
"I come to you having washed my heart of every image."
Despite of higher aspirations, the earth link is Absolute reality which is still necessary for the course.
Towards 5th stage, a breeze of Hope raises to sing a song of life. A new way of life is ahead. A man is a potential source from where dichotomized realities are heading away:
The sky, the earth
The river, the desert
The Sun and the Moon
Sixth stage is a Show of Inner being "Tamasha e Zaat", the inner wine is intoxicating heart. No need for external resources. Only heart of awaken Soul is accepted here, dissolve in pure love of Beloved.
At last stage 7,
"illuminat my lifeless clay with light of the song of David."
The above prayer led to last stage where poet saying to God:
O Lord of Sun and Moon! Look at my scattered dust too
Every particle is agitating, look at this wilderness.
The narration is quite unexpected because "Scattered Dust" means Death. The death of main character who is nothing but, A Reader.
You!
Iqbal Academy Pakistan is offering a series of weekly workshops about the basic ideas of Dr. Sir Muhammad Iqbal and related subjects. Participation is free for the month of April, but due to limited space, please register yourself in advance and be there in time (seats will be given on a “first come first” basis).
Resource Person:
Khurram Ali Shafique, author of The Republic of Rumi: A Novel of Reality
Venue: Teachers’ Development Center,
Karachi.
Timings (for all workshops): 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Contact for further information:
Dr. Hena Jawaid
henajawaid000@hotmail.com
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)