Category: History and Culture

Historical Context and Origins of the Whirling Dervishes The Whirling Dervishes, an integral part of the Ottoman Empire’s spiritual heritage, trace their roots to the 13th century Sufi order founded by the revered mystic Jalal ad-Din Rumi. The practice of Sema, the whirling dance, emerged under the guidance of Rumi as a profound spiritual and […]